Contract Specialist (Entry Level)

Location: Alameda, California

Contract Specialist – Entry Level

Location: Alameda, California (US Coast Guard Island)

Type: Exempt

Compensation: $75,000-$83,000/yr. (Competitive wages dependent upon experience)

Work Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Contract Specialist – Entry-level at Tessera include:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

Potential shared earning bonus

Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

Verizon wireless discount

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking a competent and dedicated Contract Specialist – Entry Level with a can-do attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to

• Communicate with technical experts and other USCG contracting personnel to assist with processing procurement packages for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), which is currently $250K.
• Identify and utilize most appropriate method for simplified acquisitions that are compliant with all Federal, DHS, and Coast Guard acquisition regulations and policies.
• Draft solicitations and synopsize for response for both commercial and non-commercial supplies and services below the SAT.
• Perform post-award acquisition duties, to include managing performance, paying invoices and closing out purchase and task orders.
• Communicate with USCG Program Management personnel about the details of technical requirements acquisitions and provide advice, guidance and counsel on how to handle complex acquisition contracts, modifications and processes.
• Interpret and implement the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable agency directives.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional appearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (1) year experience working with Federal, other Government (State or Local), or Commercial Acquisition preferred.  Equivalent combination of experience and education allowed.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the FAR preferred or ability to be trained.
• Experience working with Federal Government Acquisition systems as well as the Federal Procurement Data System – Next Generation (FPDS-NG) preferred or ability to be trained.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements

• Valid state driver license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance carrier.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

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Date Posted: 09/29/2026

• ** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.

Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 or email [email protected].

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify