26517BR

　　Job Title:

　　Business Development Information Services Specialist

　　Location:

　　MD - Rockville

　　Job Description:

　　Westat is an employee-owned corporation providing research services to agencies of the U.S. Government, as well as businesses, foundations, and state and local governments. Westat's research, technical, and administrative staff of more than 2,000 is located at our headquarters in Rockville, Maryland, near Washington, DC.

　　Westat is committed to building a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity, belonging and equity for all. We believe that our greatest strength draws on the different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences of our employees.

　　Job Summary

　　Westat's Business Development Information Services team contributes to the long-term growth of the company by developing and disseminating information about Westat's market, competitive position, and potential business opportunities. The BDIS Specialist will take an active role in identifying potential business opportunities and tracking them throughout the business development life cycle. This position provides the opportunity to work directly with senior members of Westat's team of research and statistical experts to win new projects that will improve outcomes in the areas of health, education, social policy, and transportation.

　　This is a full-time position to work onsite at our Rockville, Maryland office at least 2 days/week and 3 days from your home office.

　　Job Responsibilities

　　• Daily review of business development resources to identify and disseminate new business opportunities.

　　• Monitor and update information related to Westat's active business development pipeline.

　　• Respond to business development-related research requests from Westat client-facing staff.

　　• Assist in projects related to strategic planning, market and competitor research as required.

　　Basic Qualifications

　　• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　• Experience with internet research techniques and resources.

　　• Experience with MS Office applications, especially MS Excel.

　　• Familiarity with the U.S. Federal government procurement life cycle and processes.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　• Prior experience supporting business development research in the Federal, State and Local government marketplace.

　　• Experience with information resources including SAM.gov, Grants.gov, GSA E-Buy, and third-party research services focused on the Federal, State and Local government marketplace.

　　• Understanding of Westat service offerings and functional capabilities.

　　• Customer-centric focus.

　　Other Required Qualifications

　　• Demonstrated communication skills

　　• Collaboration with teams, managers and/or clients

　　• Organization skills, including time management ability

　　• Detail oriented

　　Westat offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program focused on wellness and work/life balance. Subject to plan requirements, employees may participate in:

　　Employee Stock Ownership Plan

　　401(k) Retirement Plan

　　Paid Parental Leave

　　Vacation Leave (15 days per year)

　　Sick Leave (10 days per year)

　　Holiday Leave (7 government holidays and 2 floating holidays)

　　Professional Development

　　Health Advocate

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　Travel Accident Insurance

　　Medical Insurance

　　Dental Insurance

　　Vision Insurance

　　Short Term Disability Insurance

　　Long Term Disability Insurance

　　Life and AD&D Insurance

　　Critical Illness Insurance

　　Supplemental Life Insurance

　　Flexible Spending Account

　　Health Savings Account

　　This opportunity will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

　　Westat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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　　Job ID:

　　26517BR

　　Career Area:

　　Administrative

　　Pay Range:

　　The pay for this position is 66.4-78.7K and will be commensurate with experience.

　　Bonus Eligibility:

　　No