Jr. Acquisition Specialist

Description

**This position is contingent upon contract award**.

Evans is seeking a Jr. Acquisition Specialist to join one of their growing contracts supporting the U.S. Navy. We are seeking someone with expertise in document preparation, data entry, meeting coordination, file management, and maintenance of topic tracking databases. This role is performed under senior oversight in accordance with established acquisition, SBIR, and Department of Defense (DoD) procedures.

Location Details: This role is remote but may require occasional travel to the Naval Air Station in Washington, D.C or Pax River, MD.

• Provide administrative support for SBIR program operations under the guidance of senior acquisition staff.
• Assist with routine acquisition-related tasks while ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures, and timelines.
• Support day-to-day coordination activities related to SBIR topics, solicitations, and program milestones.
• Prepare, format, and review SBIR-related documents, correspondence, briefings, and reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Perform accurate data entry into SBIR topic tracking systems, spreadsheets, and internal databases.
• Update and maintain program tracking tools, ensuring information is current and consistent.
• Assist in generating basic status reports and summaries from tracking databases.
• Coordinate meetings, including scheduling, calendar management, and logistical support.
• Prepare meeting materials such as agendas, participant lists, and briefing documents.
• Capture meeting notes and action items and assist with follow-up tracking.
• Maintain structured and well-organized SBIR program files while tracking document approvals and version controls.

Requirements

• Active DoD Secret clearance (or ability to obtain).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Acquisition is preferred plus 3 years of experience.
• Experience supporting government acquisition related tasks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
• Proficiency in standard office tools (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint).
• Basic data management and tracking skills.
• Ability to work effectively under supervision and follow established procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.

The Evans Experience

Evans, Inc. is a growing firm doing consequential work. We partner with federal agencies — FAA, Navy, Air Force, and others — to implement technology, develop workforces, and drive lasting organizational change. The work is complex, the stakes are real, and the people we serve depend on us to get it right.

What you'll find here is an environment that rewards curiosity, pushes you to think past the obvious answer, and holds everyone accountable for results. We bring integrity to every engagement and the courage to say what needs to be said, even when it's not the easy path.

We're a tight-knit team of people who genuinely care about the work and each other. If you do your best thinking in an environment that values creativity, honesty, and service — and you want to do it alongside people who hold themselves to the same standard — you'll fit here.

We Take Care of Our Own (Benefits)

We believe one of the major benefits of working at Evans is our award-winning culture of ongoing learning and professional growth, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, flexibility, and wellness. But aside from our culture, we also offer a very comprehensive benefits package:

• Supporting Work-Life Integration
• Professional Development & Educational Assistance w/ Extensive Growth Resources
• Annual Discretionary Bonus, Spot Bonus, and Peer Recognition Programs
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Evans’ Contribution and 100% Vesting

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Reasonable accommodations are provided in accordance with ADA. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable workplace accommodation for any part of our employment process, please send an email to HR at evansconsulting.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. This option is reserved only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation. It is not intended for other purposes or inquiries.

Work Authorization

U.S. citizenship or a permanent residency card in the U.S. is required to be an eligible candidate for this opportunity. Employees may be required to hold a specific security clearance depending on the work assignment.

Identity Statement

As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Compensation

Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Evans’s total compensation package for employees.