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Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC)Acquisition Tech Specialist
Apr. 2024Indian Head, Maryland, United States• Spearheaded the development of a OneDrive Notes Log for the 021 team, improving meeting accessibility and increasing team collaboration efficiency.
• Delivered in-house training sessions on Tripwire and logbook completion, proposing innovative solutions to enhance user-friendliness and encourage accurate log entries.
• Provided expert guidance and mentorship to colleagues, especially in Excel and Microsoft Forms, while actively participating in working groups to contribute to organizational strategies.
• Played a key role in PSP activities, from preparing inspection reports to facilitating interviews during PSP Inspections, ensuring swift and accurate responses to all requests.
• Developed and maintained internal SharePoint sites and training trackers, optimizing team operations and streamlining workflow.
• Recognized for proactive contributions in policy improvements, identifying gaps, recommending solutions, and refining internal procedures.
• Contributed to continuous improvement by identifying new challenges and suggesting innovative solutions to optimize efficiency.
• Continuing workload from previous time spent at Indian Head in 2022
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)Contract Specialist
Apr. 2022 - Apr. 2023Patuxent River, Maryland, United States• Continuation from previous years as a contract specialist
• Responsible for all aspects of contracting transactions for the PMA 273 Prime Platform; T-6, T-34 and T-44 aircraft in support of Department of Navy PMA 273 customers and other supporting customers
• Responsible for the T-6 ADS-B claim processing successfully negotiating a $150K cost savings.
• Performs and executes simplified as well as complex procurements of variety; information technology, facilities, supplies, and services.
• Awarded to HUBZone Small Business for the T-34/44 Landing Gear Overhaul; New contractor for the Navy, provided hands-on training and served as a key resource for execution/implementation.
• Supports acquisition of highly specialized equipment, components, systems, and research and development services.
• Analyzes requirements and recommend revisions to critical procurement documents and specifications in pre-award/post award stage.
• Determines pre-award milestones, procurement planning, and appropriate contract types for streamlined execution.
• Technical Team participant analyzing all aspect of proposals; served as lead for cost analysis.
• Skilled in cost and price analysis.
• Regularly negotiates contracts on behalf of the Navy.
• Ensures full compliance of requirements and terms of post-award contract actions, resolving compliance and performance problems.
• Establishes and maintains customer relations to support as a ready and knowledgeable resource for internal and external customers.
• Mentors New ELEs as well as provides training to others on helpful and relevant tips and tricks of the trade.
• Conducts regular and recurring training on MS Teams to effectively utilize available resources.
• Demonstrates mastery of Project Management Tool (PMT) and SPS systems. • Exemplifies critical thinking throughout decision support process; provides flexible and accountable support for each procurement action.
Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC)Acquisition Tech Specialist
Jan. 2018 - Apr. 2022Indian Head, Maryland, United States• Developed and managed continuous updates to policies, memos, instructions, and process flow charts.
• Supported all preparation for 2020 Procurement Surveillance Program (PSP), 2022 Self Assessments, IG Inspection, and MIC program.
• Gathered data to provide metrics in response to monthly and quarterly data calls requested by DoD and NAVSEA HQ many of which are involved with time constraints.
• Served as lead for acquisition forms review initiative to ensure all 100+ forms were reviewed, updated, cancelled, or new forms were required.
• Maintained the Department Training Program by updating the training plan upon employee turnover, transfer to/from other groups, which includes new employees training plan development.
• Developed “How it impacts you” monthly newsletter • SME across multiple systems- CPARS, AMS/PMT, PPIRS, PIEE, SPS, SeaPort-e, CBAR • Served as CPARS support; developed, worked, and trained colleagues on techniques to run pertinent reports.
• Developed and maintained division contracts SharePoint - private and public pages to keep stakeholders informed.
• Lead in the development of PCO stakeholder meeting providing training and engagement opportunity for the PCOs. This effort provided pertinent communication across key stakeholders providing training on new policies or GAPs identified through deep dives, monthly/quarterly analysis and other management activities.
• Alternate CCM;
• Developed COR file review report for CCM to improve reporting response rates.
• Developed and maintained streamlined eCRAFT reports linking labor categories, PCO, and CORs. This enabled timely notification of upcoming deadlines, missing reports, and fulfillments.
• Responsible for management and review of COR Monthly Reports and J&A Quarterly reports.
• Tracked and maintained contracts logbooks.
• Utilized available technologies to improve communication, engage the workforce to problem solve, and better coordinate data calls and other reports, etc.
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR)Contract Specialist
Nov. 2015 - Jan. 2018Patuxent River, MD• In depth knowledge of federal regulations, policies and procedures including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Department of Defense FAR Supplement(DFAR). Navy Marine Core Acquisition Regulation
• Level I certified, continuing with Level II courses
• Responsible for all aspects of the contracting transactions from initiation to the recommendation of award for the in support of Department of Navy customers and other supporting customers.
• Performed and executed simplified as well as complex procurements of variety; information technology and facilities, supplies, and services.
• Supported acquisition of highly specialized equipment, components, systems, and Research and Development services.
• Performed pre-award and post award functions involving procurements.
• Analyzed requirements and recommend revisions to Statements of Work and specifications in pre-award stage.
• Determined pre-award milestones, procurement planning, and appropriate contract types.
• Participant in technical team, analyzing all aspect of proposals, providing cost analysis, and various other acquisition support functions.
• Skilled in price analysis and cost analysis.
• Ensured full compliance of requirements and terms of a post-award, resolved compliance and performance problems.
• Expert in customer relations serving as a ready and knowledgeable resource for internal and external customers.
• Completed a three-month rotation supporting NAVSEA Policy in October 2016 to broaden my depth of knowledge.
• Demonstrated mastery of Project Management Tool (PMT), SEAPORT, and SPS systems.
Ezra TechnologiesAssociate Consultant
Jun. 2014 - Nov. 2015Washington, District of Columbia, United States• Continued to perform management and decision support in support of the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) since 2013.
• Assisted with the implementation of an IT Cyber Security and Resiliency Review, IT Modernization Plan, and Total Cost of Ownership/Resource Allocation Plan (RAP) Approach at FEMA.
• Assisted with drafting policies, memos, briefings and other documents for FEMA OCIO leadership.
• Represented and promoted company IT professional service offerings at trade meetings and conferences, including maintaining value added contact with government officials and government customer representatives.
• Monitored opportunities and created business development proposals for government agencies.
• Managed scheduling and business travel for senior-level executives and staff, EZRA and FEMA employees, while maintaining positive relationships with external organizations involved with Ambit executives and team members.
The Ambit GroupAssociate Consultant
Dec. 2013 - Jun. 2014Washington D.C. Metro AreaPerformed management and decision support in support of the Office of the Chief Information Officer at the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Assisted with the implementation of an IT Portfolio Management Policy at FEMA
Assisted with drafting policies, memos, briefings and other documents for FEMA OCIO leadership and NOAA Link
Represent and promote company IT professional service offerings at trade meetings and conferences, including maintaining value added contact with government officials and government customer representatives
Routinely communicated with Ambit’s business associates to schedule appointments for the executive team through e-mail, phone and facsimile. Monitored opportunities and created business development proposals for government agencies
Managed scheduling and business travel for senior-level Ambit executives and Ambit staff, while maintaining positive relationships with external organizations involved with Ambit executives and team members. Reviewed summaries and documents on various policy and legal documentation relevant to Ambit client-work and communicated take-a-ways to various team members.
Mobilegov, Inc.Client Services Manager
Jun. 2013 - Dec. 2013734 15th Street NW 12th Floor Washington, DC 20005• Assisted in the positioning of Mobilegov IT professional services offerings to key decision makers within government and private sector.
• Developed a comprehensive understanding of select customers' mission, capabilities, business posture and investment strategies.
• Established relationships with industry partners enabling partnering opportunities and teaming strategies on business opportunities in both prime and sub roles.
• Developed and maintained trusted business relationships with government agencies.
• Worked as part of a team to formulate and execute winning pursuit strategies.
• Succeeded within deadline-intensive environment, ensuring the accurate and on time completion of all projects.
• Represented and promoted company IT professional service offerings at trade meetings and conferences, including maintaining value added contact with government officials and government customer representatives.
SeaBonz RestaurantAssistant Manager, Waitress
May. 2012 - Sep. 2012Supervise and work with employees of various age and work experience
Confirm all monies accounted Responsible for customer service
Ensure satisfaction and safety of customer
Reported sales to TBonz Headquarters
Lambda Pi Eta Honors SocietyVice President, Active Member
Oct. 2011 - Dec. 2012Conway, SCConducted meeting for executive board
Recruited members to apply for the Honors Society
Worked with teaching staff to elect members
Hosted a canned food drive
Coastal Carolina's Student Alumni AmbassadorActive Member
Sep. 2010 - Dec. 2012Conway, SCHosted tailgate tent for Alumni
Raised money for local charity
Recruited members
Participated in monthly meetings
Phi Sigma Sigma, Inc.President,Fundraising Chair, Philanthropy Chair, and Active Member
Nov. 2009 - Dec. 2012Conway, SCSupervise and work with my fellow sorority sisters as well as other groups on campus
Reported monthly evaluations to HQ/Campus Student Activities and Leadership Director
Responsible for the sorority's actions and all monies accounted
Ensure satisfaction and safety of fellow sisters, parents, and customers
Planned fundraisers, philanthropic events,and sisterhood workshops
Recruited and selected new women for our sisterhood
Pamela Gaylin Ryder InteriorsAdministrative Assistant
Jun. 2008 - Apr. 2013Organize inventory
Confirm receipts and all monies accounted for each project
Interface with clients and suppliers
Prepare weekly shipments to clients
Ensure that all equipment operational and facilities are in working order
Maurice J. McDonough High SchoolClass President
Aug. 2007 - Jun. 2009Pomfret, MDClass President for Junior and Senior Class.
Planned Senior Class Trip
Responsible for planing prom for Juniors and Seniors
Operated t shirt and prom money and maintained correct cash amount in drawer
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