Salary Not Available APEX Accelerator Procurement Advisor - Clovis Santa Fe Community College

Occupation:

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Location:

Santa Fe, NM - 87508

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

08/26/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

Santa Fe Community College

Web Site:

www.sfcc.edu Job #:

JR111866

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Compensation:

Compensation:

Salary Grade:

CS119 Minimum starting rate: $58,870 Final offer will be based on relevant experience, education, and other applicable factors.

Compensation Type:

Salary Employment Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

FLSA:

Exempt Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation Type:

Salary Employment Type:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

FLSA:

Exempt Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 Position Summary The Procurement Advisor provides technical assistance, counseling and training to businesses that are in pursuit of government contracting opportunities, for the New Mexico APEX Accelerator program, which is a vital resource for New Mexico's small and large businesses. NM APEX Accelerator offers specialized procurement technical assistance, identifying potential contractual opportunities, innovation, and technology grants and other federally funded instruments. The Procurement Advisor is a critical part of the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain that is a vast, global network responsible for delivering everything from food, fuel, medical supplies, critical weapon system parts and numerous other items focusing on warfighter readiness, security and resilience against threats. The Procurement Advisor does not supervise others. Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists businesses with developing acceptable processes for contracting with government entities, reviewing requests for proposals, quotes and solicitation responses.
• Collaborates with business owners on how to evaluate contract readiness, determining appropriate registrations, and advising of government compliance with regulations.

Assists with advising on acquiring certifications, developing marketing materials and strategies, and in establishing pricing. Advises on how to establish proper accounting practices, navigate contracts, conduct market research and analysis, and on how to locate potential procurement prospects.

• Collaborates with the other entities that are part of the NMSBDC ecosystem including co-counseling and training offerings.
• Conducts research and monitors current trends in federal, state, local laws and regulations related to procurement policies, procedures and decision-making, informing clients of changes to procurement requirements, assisting with preparedness for government business opportunities.
• Develops, coordinates and facilitates training workshops on various government contracting topics, educating others on procurement best practices, rules and regulations.
• Pursues, develops, and maintains positive working relationships with economic development, financial entities, and business advocacy groups, partnering with others to build viable and sustainable relationships beneficial to achieving NM APEX Accelerator and SFCC's goals and objectives.
• Maintains computerized client databases and files, analyzing data and procurement opportunities and proprietary information.
• Recruits new clients by marketing NM APEX Accelerator's services, representing NM APEX Accelerator at conferences, networking events, workshops and seminars, increasing program's client base and services to clients.
• Frequent travel in New Mexico to serve APEX Accelerator clients is required along with occasional travel outside of New Mexico to attend conferences and meetings.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of government procurement and acquisition processes and principles.
• Knowledge of government contracting databases and how to access them such as the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS).
• Knowledge of government regulations such as the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense (FAR), Etc.), small business programs, and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of APEX Accelerator program policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and marketing processes.
• Knowledge and ability to work within university, community college, federal, state, local government type policies and procedures.
• Skills in decision making and problem solving.
• Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skills in critical thinking, independent research, analysis, and communication/presentation.
• Skills in computer, internet, database and MS Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint applications.
• Skills in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
• Ability to instruct clients in the basic requirements, policies and procedures necessary to do business with government entities.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with people in a diverse environment; most specifically business owners and community partners.
• Ability to research a variety of databases to obtain information on government business opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Five (5) years of job-related experience of which three (3) years must be in government contracting/procurement. Preferred Qualifications

Professional Certifications:

National Contract Management Association (NCMA), Certified Federal Contract Manager, or Association of PTAC (APTAC/[NAPEX]) Certifications, [an Acquisition Certification].

• Prior PTAC counseling and/or government contracting, acquisition, contract management and/or consulting experience.

Physical Demands The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Approximate percentages of other activities:

• Standing 20%
• Walking 10%
• Sitting 60%
• Driving 10%

Conditions of Employment:

• Continued employment is contingent upon availability and continuation of funding.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Work Hours
• Typically, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• May be required to work evenings and weekends.

Application Instructions Instructions to

Applicants:

A complete application package must include the following required documents. Please upload documents to the Resume Drop Box section of your application. Incomplete application packages will not be reviewed.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Copies of Transcripts
• Your resume must fully document your experience.

For each position include job title, description of duties and responsibilities, employment start and end dates (month and year), AND hours worked per week. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your qualifications or experience.

Best Consideration Date:

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