The Information Resource Management and Technology Services Unit seeks a self-motivated program specialist with a strong work ethic. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Information Officer as part of a 13-person IT (information technology) shop. The position encompasses all aspects of customer service, including interacting with vendors and overseeing all IT contracts for purchasing equipment, materials, products, and services. The responsibilities include maintaining financial management systems, tracking and monitoring IT purchases and license renewals throughout their life cycle; tracking IT budget information; compiling data and briefing materials; and picking up/delivering IT equipment and supplies. Qualifications Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in business administration, communication, or IT and at least two years of administrative experience managing contracts or websites, preferably in an IT environment. This position requires the flexibility to track, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously. In addition to outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail, candidates must have superb interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills. Candidates should be self-starters who can anticipate and troubleshoot problems. Expertise in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel in a PC-Windows environment and the ability to develop and maintain computer recordkeeping systems are also required. The position requires the ability to occasionally lift and carry more than fifteen pounds.  Candidate must have, or be able to get, a favorably adjudicated Public Trust Investigation which includes a credit check. A higher level security clearance may be accepted in place of the Public Trust. Salary and Benefits The salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, education, and other qualifications. CBO offers excellent benefits and an appealing work environment. How to Apply To apply, submit a cover letter, résumé, salary history, and contact information for three references. Apply by June 5, 2016 to ensure consideration. This position is governed by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, as made applicable by the Congressional Accountability Act, as amended.  Because this position is covered by the Veterans Employment Opportunities Act, the following categories of people may be eligible for preference in the hiring process relative to other applicants: veterans who have separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after serving on active duty in the armed forces during a war, in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, or during particular defined periods; disabled veterans; and the mother, spouse, or unmarried widow or widower of certain veterans. To claim this preference, an applicant must identify himself or herself as eligible for veterans' preference in the Self-Identification for Veterans' Preference section of the application and must complete and submit CBO's Veterans' Preference Eligibility Form together with the supporting documentation specified on that form to veoa@cbo.gov or faxed to 202-225-7539 within a reasonable time after the date the application was submitted, but no later than 2 weeks after such time. If the position has a deadline, the form and documentation must be submitted by the deadline . Applicants may obtain a copy of CBO's Veterans' Preference in Appointments policy by submitting a written request to careers@cbo.gov . Contact Angela Smart or Nancy Fahey, Washington, DC, 202-226-2628, careers@cbo.gov  EOE M/F/V/D