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Randallstown, Md, Us

• Execute Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) duties in alignment with established policies and specific contract requirements.• Manage contract functions including the preparation of requests for contract modifications and delivery orders, and the certification of vendor invoices.• Conduct annual contract analyses to ensure that pricing and provisions are aligned with current industry standards and practices.• Maintain comprehensive contract files for all contracts where designated as the COR or Alternate Contracting Officer’s Representative (ACOR).• Monitor contractor performance to ensure compliance with contract requirements and delivery schedules and adherence to the contract’s intent.• Provide necessary documentation to Contracting Officers to facilitate contract price adjustments for vendor non-compliance with contract terms and conditions.• Coordinate with supported sites to obtain input and accept supplies and services as specified in contracts that impact site activities.• Validate services and performance in collaboration with supported sites, ensuring timely contract renewal or the exercise of option years.

• Spearheaded full-cycle staffing and recruitment processes, encompassing job postings, resume screening, interviewing, background checks, and extending job offers.• Oversaw various HR processes, including Recruitment and Placement, Employee and Labor Relations, Classification and Compensation, Performance Management, and Employee Benefits, ensuring comprehensive oversight.• Developed and published vacancy announcements, conducted comprehensive job analyses, and evaluated applicant qualifications to ensure optimal placement and compliance with federal regulations.• Spearheaded development and implementation of organizational policies and procedures related to HR functional areas.• Investigated and resolved staff grievances and complaints collaboratively with management to address workplace issues effectively.• Facilitated conflict resolution and mediation sessions between employees and supervisors to address interpersonal issues and improve working relationships.• Evaluated personnel policies and programs to ensure alignment with organizational goals and legal requirements.• Managed precise employee records and HRIS database, ensuring data integrity and compliance with record-keeping requirements related to employee relations activities and decisions.• Conducted research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations to develop EEO-related arguments and ensure alignment with best practices.• Provided guidance and training to supervisors and managers on Classification and compensation, employee/labor relations, awards, and recruitment and placement.• Conducted needs assessments to identify HR-related problems, providing actionable recommendations for resolution.• Collaborated with management to execute project plans, meeting all established timelines and objectives.• Fulfilled the role of a trusted advisor, offering precise interpretation and application of organizational policies and procedures for employees and management.

•Led the design of acquisition strategies to meet the government's needs through the most appropriate contracting method.• Conducted market research and prepared RFPs, RFQs, IFB's and IFP's to identify potential contractors and vendors.• Evaluated proposals and negotiated contract terms with selected contractors and vendors.• Evaluated procurements to ensure compliance with funding, legal, and program requirements.• Prepared and awarded contracts with supporting documentation in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and State policy.• Served as the Primary Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and had overall responsibility for contract performance and delivery outcomes.• Monitored contractor performance and ensured services were delivered in accordance with the contract terms• Collaborated with technical experts to establish unambiguous contract tasks and validate that they were within the contract scope and cost parameters.• Reviewed contract invoices and collaborated with vendors to resolve any errors or issues.• Forecasted requirements for future contracts.• Presented status updates on expenditures, delivery timelines, and contractor performance to senior executive leadership.• Prepared and issued Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quote (RFQ), and Invitation for Bid's (IFB)• Evaluated proposals and bids from potential contractors and vendors.• Negotiated contract terms with selected contractors and vendors.• Monitored contractor performance and ensured services were delivered in accordance with the contract terms.• Reviewed contract invoices and collaborated with vendors to resolve any errors or issues.• Identified opportunities to improve contract performance and reduce contract cost.

United States

•Led the design of acquisition strategies to meet the government's needs through the most appropriate contracting method.• Conducted market research and prepared RFPs, RFQs, IFB's and IFP's to identify potential contractors and vendors.• Evaluated proposals and negotiated contract terms with selected contractors and vendors.• Evaluated procurements to ensure compliance with funding, legal, and program requirements.• Prepared and awarded contracts with supporting documentation in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and State policy.• Served as the Primary Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and had overall responsibility for contract performance and delivery outcomes.• Monitored contractor performance and ensured services were delivered in accordance with the contract terms• Collaborated with technical experts to establish unambiguous contract tasks and validate that they were within the contract scope and cost parameters.• Reviewed contract invoices and collaborated with vendors to resolve any errors or issues.• Forecasted requirements for future contracts.• Presented status updates on expenditures, delivery timelines, and contractor performance to senior executive leadership.• Prepared and issued Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quote (RFQ), and Invitation for Bid's (IFB)• Evaluated proposals and bids from potential contractors and vendors.• Negotiated contract terms with selected contractors and vendors.• Monitored contractor performance and ensured services were delivered in accordance with the contract terms.• Reviewed contract invoices and collaborated with vendors to resolve any errors or issues.• Identified opportunities to improve contract performance and reduce contract cost.

Timonium, Maryland, United States

• Effectively supported the efficient operations of the child support enforcement department by functioning as a liaison between Circuit Court of Baltimore County and Baltimore County child Support Department.• Accurately and efficiently processed an average of 240 cases per month and prepared approximately 70 petitions and testimonies for the establishment of paternity, child support, and medical coverage.• Reviewed and prepared a variety of documents for judicial and administrative hearings to establish, maintain, and enforce support payments for dependent children.• Coordinated cases and implemented specific procedures and policies for child support cases as per the order, including sending new orders to employers, social services, and other involved parties.• Interpreted and advised custodial and non-custodial parents and private counsel of the administrative practices, laws, policies, and procedures to be implemented for the most efficient and expeditious handling of child support cases.• Analyzed information from custodial and non-custodial parents, employers, private, governmental resources, and others and uses that information to locate, establish paternity and ultimately reach a court order for child support.• Forecasted trends by conducting analysis of data using techniques such as cross-sectional analysis, sampling, statistical data and prior years models.• Scheduled clients for establishment appointments, based on application for services or referral from the Department of Social Service and analyzed information from reports and cleanup projects to review cases that can be closed.

United States

•Coordinated intricate travel arrangements and efficiently managed demanding schedules for senior executives.•Offered invaluable assistance across diverse areas, encompassing records management, financial affairs, budget preparation, personnel matters, and housekeeping, all tailored to enhance the effectiveness of executive roles.•Oversaw general office duties, which involved tasks such as procurement, records management database maintenance, and basic bookkeeping responsibilities.•Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office to adeptly generate a variety of documents, including but not limited to invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, spreadsheets, and presentations.•Played a pivotal role in budgeting and procurement processes, conducted assessments of inventory levels, and ensured optimal quantities to meet organizational needs.•Proactively initiated additional material orders when deemed necessary.•Managed hiring-related documentation meticulously and upheld the organized maintenance of employee files.•Expanded responsibilities to include the preparation of badges, passes, and identification cards, thereby contributing significantly to overall security measures.•Conducted exit interviews and ensured the thorough completion of all necessary employment termination paperwork, adhering to best practices in employee transition management.

United States

•Tailored the general education curriculum to meet the specific needs of students through the incorporation of diverse instructional techniques and technologies.•Maintained close collaboration with fellow teachers, administrators, and parents to advance students' progress and align achievements with predefined learning objectives.•Conducted thorough evaluations to gauge student performance and progress, providing targeted guidance for areas requiring improvement.•Actively participated in parent-teacher conferences, engaging in constructive discussions about students' developments and enhancing the level of support they received.•Embraced a flexible teaching approach, adapting lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners through strategies like peer-assisted learning and group work.•Contributed to department meetings by sharing valuable insights with colleagues regarding student achievement and potential areas for improvement.•Scheduled conferences with parents to facilitate open and effective communication regarding students' progress and classroom behavior, fostering strong support networks.•Utilized specialized educational strategies and techniques during instruction to enhance sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language development, cognition, and memory.•Imparted personal development skills, equipping students with tools for goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.•Employed diverse teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, and demonstrations across multiple subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Social Studies.•Actively collaborated with parents, administrators, testing specialists, social workers, and professionals to develop individualized educational plans, promoting students' comprehensive development in education, physical well-being, and social growth.

Master Of Science - Ms, Human Resource Management

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Child Development