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California, United States

• Manages multiple procurement projects simultaneously for diverse stakeholders in the Federal Government.• Coordinates and prioritizes tasks between team members to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.• Creates and utilizes data-driven insights to inform client decision-making. Prepares and presents reports on current and planned actions to organization leadership.• Communicates with key leaders in government agencies and my organization at appropriate intervals when fulfilling business requirements. Identifies and proactively escalates risks to begin problem solving effectively.• Develops project documents in accordance with policy and incorporates feedback. Experienced with technical writing, such as Market Research Reports, Memorandums, Statements of Work, and Technical Evaluation Plans. • Facilitates collaboration by translating complex information (requirements, contractor capability statements, federal regulations, and policy) into clear and actionable instructions and terms for various stakeholders. • Trained on the PRISM contract writing system and FFMS.

Lausanne, Switzerland

Served as a Resident Advisor to 67 college students in a study abroad program in Lausanne, Switzerland.• Coordinated weekly dinners in the homes of local residents, creating 100+ opportunities where students could experience the culture of Lausanne through cuisine and communication.• Conducted market research, student surveys, and cost analyses to plan monthly excursions across Switzerland to drive participant engagement and build trust between members.• Thoroughly prepared contingency plans for local and international events and travel for all students. Prepared and presented status updates on plans and the current state of students every weekend to the Program Director.• Effectively communicated imperative information by organizing presentations to educate students and staff on upcoming experiences.• Collaborated with other program staff members to act as first responders to students in the event of conflict, emergency, and personal or social disruptions. Attempted to problem-solve all issues before having to elevate them to the Program Director.Received Director's remarks upon leaving the position: "I especially appreciated the ways you identified opportunities for strategic interventions when disciplinary or logistical needs required you to spend extra time with your residents. I will miss your ability to objectively assess student behavior and the calming presence you brought to our leadership meetings and RA conversations."

Pheonix, Arizona

Served in a part-time, Reserve capacity, which involved a mix of in-person and remote work. Completed additional training to perform contracting functions using Federal Acquisition Regulations. Maintained readiness as a deployable team member.

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

• Warranted Contracting Officer who managed $51M+ of contracts for multiple military branches and federal agencies. Managed contract lifecycle for various commodities and services. • Satisfied the needs of largest the hospital in Alaska and 16 other medical centers by leading a 5-person team to create, manage, and complete contracts for personnel, services, and supplies. Cut down on personnel overtime expenses by improving program management practices and had no gaps in service.• Operated as the office training manager and served as a career mentor for new members. Advised on relationships between governments, contractors, and thousands of customers and handled dispute resolution. Held site visits to ensure contractor compliance and customer satisfaction.• Established programs that provided additional skill training outside of standard job functions to improve employee inclusion and morale, workplace relations, and interoffice connections.Some highlights:In 2017, I stepped into another leadership role which drove a small team to modify and repair 117 problematic contracts. We developed a new method to manage contract files and saved an estimated 210 hours of work. Our team had zero inspection failures. Later, I trained eight people on wilderness survival and rescue skills, as well as special contracting practices to support members who are deployed or assigned on temporary duty assignments for humanitarian missions. This was prompted by my receiving of an "Air Force Commendation Medal for [an] Act of Courage" after being a first responder to a cliff fall victim. In 2018, I worked with other members of the office to establish plans for program continuity as I would soon be departing to attend school full-time. Moved freely between teams to coordinate work efforts and reviewed complex contracts to ensure proper procedures and regulations were followed. Was recognized for my performance with an "Air Force Achievement Medal for Meritorious Service."

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

• Contracting Specialist who procured and administered millions of dollars of contracts for multiple military branches and federal agencies. Managed contract lifecycle for various commodities and services. • Conducted extensive market research and performed data analysis for acquisition planning. Determined the best use of clauses and provisions. Became very familiar with the FAR, DFAR, & AFFARS.• Tracked thousands of financial records and KPIs in Microsoft Office apps along with digital and physical government record systems. • Presented plans to multiple levels of management, demonstrating the needs and potential of various projects, as well as how to improve outcomes given current or adequate resources.Some highlights:Starting in May of 2014, I worked as a Contracting Specialist before becoming the first jr enlisted member in my office to be Warranted as a Contracting Office in January of 2017.In 2015, I was chosen by management to be the sole representative of 17 jr enlisted members at a strategic planning meeting to develop business process improvements and office structure of approx. 100 employees. Cleared out a two-year backlog of contract reviews and designed bulk ordering program to save approximately $200k over the next five years. I was recognized as the top performer of the year in our office.In 2016, I took on the lead of project manager for a complex initiative and was able to cut procurement lead time by 75%, delivery timeline by 50%, and saved $250K on budgeting from the independent government cost estimate by developing a new acquisition strategy for aircraft safety systems, resulting in an Air Force-wide order issued to implement changes for the runway supply chain. Received top-level Air Force awards for outstanding innovation and performance in contracting and for source selection in a supply chain. Chosen for early promotion to next rank and to be a representative at a national Air Force convention in Washington D.C.

Master Of Science - Ms, Management And Leadership

Capstone Project: Consulted with a nonprofit to develop business process improvements and implement change management. Created tools.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, International Business

Capstone Project: Consulted at a nonprofit on organization structure and business process improvements. Created SMART goals, metrics.

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Associate'S Degree, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management

Contracting

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