Contract Officer Jobs
Contract Officer jobs are open across federal government, defense, healthcare, and higher education, from entry-level to senior and supervisory levels, with specializations in federal acquisition, procurement, and contract administration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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State of Tennessee Job Information
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is in the Civil Rights Division - Small Business Development Section.
This position has a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home.
For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/Civil-Rights-Division-Small-Business-Development-Contract-Comp-Officer-3-FINAL.pdf
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and five years of experience in one of the following areas: (1) the analysis of data pertaining to fiscal or manpower policies and procedures for business or public sector operations, or (2) the implementation of equal employment opportunity policies, procedures, or plans, or (3) the inspection or design of highway construction projects; two of the five years of the above experience must be involved in the certification of disadvantaged business operations in the highway construction field, the analysis of equal employment opportunity policies or procedures in the highway construction field, or in a supervisory role overseeing professional-level personnel involved in the analysis of data contributing to equal employment opportunity policies.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in accounting, business administration and management, human resources development, training, personnel management, public administration, law, or financial services management may substitute for the required experience to a maximum of three years (36 graduate quarter hours in the specific education listed above is equivalent to one year of experience).
Substitution of Experience for Education: Additional qualifying full-time professional experience in one of the three previously listed areas may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years (each year of qualifying experience is equivalent to 45 undergraduate quarter hours).
Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.
Overview
The Contract Compliance Officer 3 serves as a key member of the Civil Rights Division's Small Business Development Program within the Tennessee Department of Transportation. This role provides advanced oversight of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program through regulatory compliance, strategic program management, data-driven analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The position is responsible for evaluating contract compliance, determining commercially useful
function performance, coordinating DBE goal-setting activities, monitoring bid and letting processes, supporting local program compliance, and resolving complex issues related to DBE participation. Through comprehensive analytics and collaboration, this role ensures adherence to federal requirements while promoting equitable participation and strengthening program effectiveness.
Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for advanced administrative oversight of compliance and strategic management of the DBE program through regulatory expertise, data analytics, program management, and business engagement to ensure compliance with federal DBE requirements while supporting equitable participation opportunities for DBEs. The position will also be responsible for providing substantive knowledge and support in the following areas:
Contract Compliance and Commercially Useful Function (CUF):
Evaluate contractor, subcontractor, payroll, and project records to ensure DBEs perform a Commercially Useful Function (CUF) and comply with federal requirements. Verify DBE participation commitments, contractor payments, and contract compliance. Investigate compliance concerns and conduct analyses to identify potential fraud, abuse, misrepresentation, and program risks.
DBE Goal Setting and Bid Compliance:
Coordinate project-specific DBE goal setting and conduct data-driven analyses to support federally compliant participation goals. Monitor goal tracking methodologies and recommend adjustments to ensure accuracy, consistency, and program effectiveness. Oversee DBE compliance during the letting process by verifying commitments, reviewing Good Faith Efforts, and ensuring adherence to contract requirements. Maintain and report letting-related data for program monitoring, compliance tracking, and internal and external reporting.
Local Programs and Enhancement Grants:
Provide DBE oversight and compliance support for locally administered projects and enhancement grants. Review project goals, participation commitments, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements.
Data Analytics:
Utilize data analytics and visualization tools to identify compliance risks, evaluate program performance, and support strategic decision-making. Collect, analyze, and interpret internal and external business data to improve program oversight and effectiveness.
Issue Resolution:
Serve as a resource for contractors, DBEs, government agencies, and the public by addressing compliance concerns and resolving program-related issues. Research complaints, support investigations, and prepare documentation related to audits, appeals, and legal matters.
Competencies (KSA's)
Competencies:
- Communicates Effectively
- Decision Quality
- Action Oriented
- Situational Adaptability
- Customer Focus
Knowledges:
- Law and Government
- Clerical
- Administration and Management
- Customer and Personal Services
- Transportation
Skills:
- Active Learning and Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Writing
- Monitoring
Abilities:
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Problem Sensitivity
- Written Comprehension
- Speech Clarity
Tools & Equipment
- Personal Computer
- Telephone
- Printer
- Scanner
- Calculator
TN Driver Standards
State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:
- A valid driver's license
- For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.
Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.
**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.
Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is in the Civil Rights Division - Small Business Development Section.
This position has a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home.
For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/HR/Civil-Rights-Division-Small-Business-Development-Contract-Comp-Officer-3-FINAL.pdf
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and five years of experience in one of the following areas: (1) the analysis of data pertaining to fiscal or manpower policies and procedures for business or public sector operations, or (2) the implementation of equal employment opportunity policies, procedures, or plans, or (3) the inspection or design of highway construction projects; two of the five years of the above experience must be involved in the certification of disadvantaged business operations in the highway construction field, the analysis of equal employment opportunity policies or procedures in the highway construction field, or in a supervisory role overseeing professional-level personnel involved in the analysis of data contributing to equal employment opportunity policies.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in accounting, business administration and management, human resources development, training, personnel management, public administration, law, or financial services management may substitute for the required experience to a maximum of three years (36 graduate quarter hours in the specific education listed above is equivalent to one year of experience).
Substitution of Experience for Education: Additional qualifying full-time professional experience in one of the three previously listed areas may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years (each year of qualifying experience is equivalent to 45 undergraduate quarter hours).
Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.
Overview
The Contract Compliance Officer 3 serves as a key member of the Civil Rights Division's Small Business Development Program within the Tennessee Department of Transportation. This role provides advanced oversight of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program through regulatory compliance, strategic program management, data-driven analysis, and stakeholder engagement. The position is responsible for evaluating contract compliance, determining commercially useful
function performance, coordinating DBE goal-setting activities, monitoring bid and letting processes, supporting local program compliance, and resolving complex issues related to DBE participation. Through comprehensive analytics and collaboration, this role ensures adherence to federal requirements while promoting equitable participation and strengthening program effectiveness.
Responsibilities
This position will be responsible for advanced administrative oversight of compliance and strategic management of the DBE program through regulatory expertise, data analytics, program management, and business engagement to ensure compliance with federal DBE requirements while supporting equitable participation opportunities for DBEs. The position will also be responsible for providing substantive knowledge and support in the following areas:
Contract Compliance and Commercially Useful Function (CUF):
Evaluate contractor, subcontractor, payroll, and project records to ensure DBEs perform a Commercially Useful Function (CUF) and comply with federal requirements. Verify DBE participation commitments, contractor payments, and contract compliance. Investigate compliance concerns and conduct analyses to identify potential fraud, abuse, misrepresentation, and program risks.
DBE Goal Setting and Bid Compliance:
Coordinate project-specific DBE goal setting and conduct data-driven analyses to support federally compliant participation goals. Monitor goal tracking methodologies and recommend adjustments to ensure accuracy, consistency, and program effectiveness. Oversee DBE compliance during the letting process by verifying commitments, reviewing Good Faith Efforts, and ensuring adherence to contract requirements. Maintain and report letting-related data for program monitoring, compliance tracking, and internal and external reporting.
Local Programs and Enhancement Grants:
Provide DBE oversight and compliance support for locally administered projects and enhancement grants. Review project goals, participation commitments, and supporting documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements.
Data Analytics:
Utilize data analytics and visualization tools to identify compliance risks, evaluate program performance, and support strategic decision-making. Collect, analyze, and interpret internal and external business data to improve program oversight and effectiveness.
Issue Resolution:
Serve as a resource for contractors, DBEs, government agencies, and the public by addressing compliance concerns and resolving program-related issues. Research complaints, support investigations, and prepare documentation related to audits, appeals, and legal matters.
Competencies (KSA's)
Competencies:
- Communicates Effectively
- Decision Quality
- Action Oriented
- Situational Adaptability
- Customer Focus
Knowledges:
- Law and Government
- Clerical
- Administration and Management
- Customer and Personal Services
- Transportation
Skills:
- Active Learning and Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Writing
- Monitoring
Abilities:
- Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive Reasoning
- Problem Sensitivity
- Written Comprehension
- Speech Clarity
Tools & Equipment
- Personal Computer
- Telephone
- Printer
- Scanner
- Calculator
TN Driver Standards
State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications:
- A valid driver's license
- For the past five years, the candidate's driver record must not have record of the following violations: driving under the influence (DUI), reckless driving, license suspension for moving violations, more than 4 moving violations.
Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.
**Agencies may allow an exception based on other factors.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in contract officer jobs.
- Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency-specific supplements
- Experience administering contracts from pre-award through close-out
- Active or eligible Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) or DAWIA certification
- Proficiency with contract writing systems such as Procurement Automated Contract Evaluation or similar platforms
- Bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester hours in business-related coursework
- Experience conducting price and cost analysis to determine fair and reasonable pricing
Tips for Your Contract Officer Job Search
Tailor your resume to FAR citations
Contract officer job postings frequently reference specific Federal Acquisition Regulation parts. Cite the FAR provisions you've worked under directly in your resume bullet points, not just the contract types, so reviewers can verify your regulatory depth at a glance.
List your warrant level explicitly
Many federal and defense openings require a contracting officer's warrant at a specific dollar threshold. State your current warrant level and the ceiling amount in your resume header or summary so hiring managers don't have to dig for it.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists contract officer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by contract vehicle type
Your experience with IDIQ, BPA, or sole-source contracts matters. When scanning job listings, look for the contract vehicles named in the duties section and prioritize openings where your vehicle experience directly maps to what the employer describes.
Prepare scenario answers around price negotiations
Interviewers for contract officer roles routinely ask how you handled a situation where a vendor's proposed price was not fair and reasonable. Prepare two or three specific examples where you documented your price analysis and negotiated or walked away.
Follow up referencing solicitation timelines
After an interview, your follow-up note carries more weight when it ties your experience to the team's actual procurement cycle. Reference a contract phase they mentioned, such as option year renewals or a pending re-compete, to show you were listening and thinking ahead.
Contract Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most contract officers?
The most active employers for contract officers right now are Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Florida Tech, and Georgia Tech, and the most openings are in Tennessee, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and federal civilian agencies consistently account for the largest share of open positions.
How many contract officer jobs are remote?
About 50% of contract officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though availability varies significantly by employer type. Contract administration and post-award roles tend to offer more remote flexibility than pre-award or source selection positions, which often require on-site access to sensitive procurement documents.
How do you become a contract officer?
Becoming a contract officer typically starts with a bachelor's degree that includes substantial business coursework, followed by an entry-level contracting position where you work toward a Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting. From there, you build experience across contract types, pursue higher certification levels, and may apply for a contracting officer's warrant once you've demonstrated the required competencies.
Can you get hired as a contract officer with little experience?
Entry-level contract officer roles do exist, particularly in federal agencies that run structured contracting career development programs. Candidates with relevant internships, coursework in procurement or business law, and familiarity with the FAR are competitive for these positions. Earning even a preliminary certification before applying signals genuine commitment and helps your application stand out against candidates who have only general business backgrounds.
What does the contract officer interview process look like?
Most contract officer interviews include a structured behavioral round focused on past procurement decisions, followed by scenario-based questions where you walk through how you'd handle a protest, a price reasonableness determination, or a contract modification. Some federal agencies add a written exercise or policy knowledge assessment. Final-stage interviews often involve a panel that includes a senior contracting official and a program office representative.
Where can I find and apply to contract officer jobs?
You can find and apply to contract officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles that fit your certification level and contract experience, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you're looking for.
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