Aaron Gartner
Buffalo
Summary
Possesses a unique blend of interests and experiences including 4 years’ providing insight for improving performance of FDA agency applications and 2 years’ working in community development managing grants and budgets in Peace Corps Colombia. Consistently drives high-performance teams to attain team and organizational goals while delivering projects on schedule and within budget. Enjoys taking on responsibility and demonstrates effective skills to plan and accomplish work for all stages of the project lifecycle. Adept at managing up and out to leaders based in headquarters and the field. Experienced in developing staff on key grant management competencies. Demonstrated track record of building effective working relationships to achieve intended results collaboratively and efficiently.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
08.2020 - Current
- Conduct legal research on various issues related to food and drug laws, regulations, and policies. Utilize FDA operating systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with agency standards.
- Review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to identify relevant provisions and potential legal issues. Assist attorneys in analyzing legal issues and provide recommendations based on research and analysis.
- Assist in monitoring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to food and drug laws. Review documents for compliance, conduct audits, and prepare compliance reports.
- Provide training and support to other staff members on legal research tools, procedures, and best practices. Assist in developing training materials and resources as needed.
Peace Corps Volunteer
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Successfully applied for Federal Small Project Assistant Grants totaling no more than $10,000 per grant and formulated comprehensive budget to ensure that non-discretionary spending amounted to no more than 10% above original budget estimate. Recommended reprogramming of funds as needed during lifecycle of budget application.
- Managed team of Peace Corps volunteers from cradle-to-grave administration of SPA grant including budget estimation and justification, pre-award requirements (vendor selection, insurance appropriation, venue search), post award functions (distribution of funds, budget management), and grant closure.
- Coordinated dialogue and collective participation of Peace Corps Volunteers, Colombian community leaders, and local stakeholders to provide over 800 students with youth development and outreach programs across the Caribbean region.
Legal Assistant
Lipsitz & Ponterio, LLC
08.2012 - 12.2017
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Conducted extensive legal research and identified areas for technical improvements to operating system.
- Conducted client interviews to determine needs and areas of asbestos exposure.
- Supported staff in the application process for bankruptcy trust awards to clients with applicable asbestos exposure.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Northeastern University
Boston, MA12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - History
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY05.2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Grant Management
- Legal Writing
- Conflict Resolution
- Developing Scope
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Paralegal Specialist
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
08.2020 - Current
Peace Corps Volunteer
U.S. Peace Corps
01.2018 - 03.2020
Legal Assistant
Lipsitz & Ponterio, LLC
08.2012 - 12.2017
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Canisius College
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