Federal contracting & acquisition jobs
Contract specialists (series 1102) plan, negotiate, award and manage the contracts federal agencies use to buy goods and services. That makes them some of the most consistently needed professionals in government.
Many 1102 positions require at least 24 semester hours in business-related coursework, plus a bachelor’s degree at most grades. Developmental and intern programs are common entry points, and certification under the Federal Acquisition Certification framework follows on the job.
USAJOBS currently lists 92 open contracting & acquisition announcements. The most active recent employers are Defense Contract Management Agency, Air National Guard Units and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. 61 of the latest 92 offer remote work or telework.
OPM occupational series: 1102
- Open announcements
- 92
- Top hiring agency (recent)
- Defense Contract Management Agency
- Remote or telework (recent)
- 61 / 92
Occupation snapshot: Contracting & Acquisition
National figures for related occupations across all employers, not just the federal government. Federal pay is set by each announcement's grade and locality.
| Occupation | National median wage | Outlook | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm ProductsO*NET-SOC 13-1023.00 | $77,710 per year$37.36 per hour2025 data | Bright outlook6% projected change (2025-2035)47,200 openings per year | Bachelor's degree |
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Newest federal contracting & acquisition jobs
ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 10, 2026Commander, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWARSYSCOM) · Department of the Navy
Point Loma Complex, San Diego, California
$46,533 - $100,931 per year · NO-2 to 3
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 6, 2026Executive Director, Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$125,776 - $197,200 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Dec 3, 2026Air National Guard Units · Department of the Air Force
McConnell AFB, Kansas
$50,460 - $97,087 per year · GS-7 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Administrator (CRF)
Closes Nov 16, 2026Defense Contract Management Agency · Department of Defense
Palmdale, California
$87,061 - $113,185 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
SUPERVISORY CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 9, 2026Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command · Department of the Air Force
Greater Pittsburgh Airport, Pennsylvania
$110,047 - $143,062 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
ADMINISTRATIVE/TECHNICAL SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 12, 2026Naval Sea Systems Command · Department of the Navy
Keyport, Washington
$130,932 - $191,367 per year · NT-5
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 24, 2026U.S. Coast Guard · Department of Homeland Security
Multiple Locations
$90,925 - $139,684 per year · GS-13 to 14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Contracting Officer
Closes Nov 16, 2026Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys · Department of Justice
Baltimore, Maryland
$102,415 - $133,142 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory Procurement Analyst
Closes Nov 9, 2026Defense Contract Management Agency · Department of Defense
Location Negotiable After Selection
$89,508 - $138,370 per year · NH-3
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 6, 2026U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Department of the Army
Multiple Locations
$50,460 - $116,362 per year · GS-7 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 16, 2026Defense Contract Management Agency · Department of Defense
Location Negotiable After Selection
$125,776 - $192,331 per year · NH-4
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 9, 2026Naval Supply Systems Command · Department of the Navy
Multiple Locations
$75,788 - $131,293 per year · GS-11 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 9, 2026Naval Supply Systems Command · Department of the Navy
Multiple Locations
$90,838 - $156,124 per year · GS-12 to 13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 16, 2026U.S. Coast Guard · Department of Homeland Security
Alexandria, Virginia
$143,913 - $187,093 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 12, 2026U.S. Marshals Service · Department of Justice
Arlington, Virginia
$143,913 - $187,093 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 12, 2026U.S. Marshals Service · Department of Justice
Arlington, Virginia
$143,913 - $187,093 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Multiple
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 10, 2026Development Finance Corporation · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia
$121,785 - $158,322 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
CONTRACT SPECIALIST (INTERMEDIATE), NF-04
Closes Nov 4, 2026United States Army Installation Management Command · Department of the Army
Lake Buena Vista, Florida
$61,722 - $80,243 per year · NF-4
- Full-time
- Permanent
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 4, 2026United States Fleet Forces Command · Department of the Navy
Naval Base, Norfolk, Virginia
$108,019 - $140,426 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Deputy Chief Procurement Officer
Closes Nov 30, 2026Office of the Chief Procurement Officer · Department of Housing and Urban Development
Alexandria, Virginia
$151,661 - $228,000 per year · ES-00
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Administrator
Closes Nov 9, 2026Defense Contract Management Agency · Department of Defense
Multiple Locations
$74,768 - $113,185 per year · GS-11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Specialist Team Lead
Closes Nov 9, 2026U.S. Coast Guard · Department of Homeland Security
Norfolk, Virginia
$108,019 - $140,426 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 7, 2026Commander, Navy Installations Command · Department of the Navy
Patuxent River, Maryland
$85,441 - $96,836 per year · NF-4
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 5, 2026Executive Director, Office of Acquisition, Logistics and Construction · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$125,776 - $197,200 per year · GS-14
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Procurement Analyst
Closes Nov 6, 2026Office of the Secretary · Department of Commerce
Washington, District of Columbia
$121,785 - $187,093 per year · ZA-4
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 13, 2026National Gallery of Art · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Washington, District of Columbia
$85,447 - $133,138 per year · GS-11 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Closes Oct 29, 2027Department of the Navy Headquarters · Department of the Navy
Multiple Locations
$51,210 - $90,540 per year · GS-7 to 9
- Full-time
- Multiple
- Telework eligible
ADMINISTRATIVE/TECHNICAL SPECIALIST
Closes Nov 6, 2026Naval Sea Systems Command · Department of the Navy
Indian Head, Maryland
$121,785 - $187,093 per year · NT-5
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Contract Specialist
Closes Nov 6, 2026Defense Logistics Agency · Department of Defense
Coronado, California
$70,507 - $132,923 per year · GS-9 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Procurement Analyst
Closes Nov 12, 2026U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Department of the Army
Seattle, Washington
$119,630 - $155,521 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
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