ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - Government Property Administrator - Southwest Research Institute

ASSOCIATE SPECIALIST - SPECIALIST - Government Property Administrator

Who We Are:

We are R&D problem-solvers providing independent, premier services to government and industry clients; operating as a nonprofit since 1947 we work the public’s best interest, pushing the boundaries of science and technology to develop solutions.

Objectives of this Role:

• Manage Applied Power Division Government Property as the Government Property Administrator.
• Understand Government Property regulations within the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) to ensure contract compliance. Understand the different contract types and their impact on Government Property.
• Address Division and client inquiries knowledgeably, timely, and professionally.
• Provide training and resources to Division employees to effectively manage Government Property movement, transfers, and dispositions.
• Accurately maintain the Division asset management database.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Conduct annual wall to wall inventory audits with clients.
• Perform annual internal audits and provide the final report.
• Communicate with technical personnel and management to schedule periodic inventories in order to gather all necessary information to ensure asset records are up to date.
• Monitor purchase requisitions daily for accountable Government Property.
• Manage equipment maintenance and calibration schedules.
• Identify property issues as they arise and implement practical solutions.
• Prepare Government property reports within deadlines, including disposition requests, asset transfer documents, final reports, and other reports required by contract.
• Prepare and track shipping documents for moving and/or transferring assets.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Government Property Management or directly related with related experience.
• Certified Professional Property Specialist or Administrator is preferred but not required.
• 0-6 years: Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills. Pays extreme attention to detail.
• 0-6 years: Working knowledge of FAR part 52.245 and DFARS part 245 and other contract clauses impacting government property.
• 0-6 years: Proficiency in use of word processing, spreadsheet, and database programs (such as Word, Excel, and EQuip).
• 0-6 years: Excellent interpersonal skills to interface and coordinate with clients and technical employees.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.