Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Work Availability
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Airkeria Knight

Pensacola,FL
If the doors of perception were cleaned, everything would appear to man as it is: infinite.
William Blake
Airkeria Knight

Summary

Results-oriented professional with a proven track record of driving impactful change in human services programs and government initiatives. Possessing a Master’s in Public Administration, coupled with 5 years of experience, Keria is dedicated to improving children’s lives through transparent program monitoring, data-driven evaluation, and compliance management. As a creative and self-driven individual, Keria is poised to contribute measurable results and foster a culture of excellence within your organization.

Overview

6
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Villages Inner Harbour

Teacher Counselor
03.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Achieved 20% increase in academic performance among mentored students through personalized guidance, resulting in improved grades and overall achievement
  • Successfully facilitated workshops attended by over 15 students, equipping them with essential life skills, such as financial literacy and effective communication
  • Strengthened family involvement and support system by initiating bi-monthly meetings, leading to 25% increase in parental engagement.

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division

Contract Specialist
01.2021 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Managed and negotiated 30+ contracts with total value exceeding $50 million, resulting in 10% reduction in overall contract costs. Monitored incoming contracts and service agreements for correct pricing and information.
  • Conducted comprehensive market research, identifying and onboarding 3 new suppliers, contributing to diversified and competitive supplier base.
  • Drafted, reviewed and revised contracts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Managed full procurement cycle by planning, reviewing, soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contract to achieve seamless transition at all levels of procurement

Florida Department of Children and Families

Child Protective Investigator
03.2018 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Led 50+ timely and thorough investigations, resulting in 100% compliance with mandated investigation timelines
  • Mentored and developed 5 junior investigators, leading to 30% improvement in their case closure rates within first year
  • Remained objective in handling each case, especially when children and families were in high-stress situations and advocated for 10+ families to receive appropriate community resources, resulting in improved family stability and reunification rates by 25%.
  • Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case

Lutheran Services of NW Florida

Group Facilitator
05.2017 - 12.2018

Job overview

  • Designed and executed interactive agendas, resulting in 20% increase in participant engagement and satisfaction
  • Led and facilitated group sessions with 10 participants, promoting open communication and idea exchange
  • Utilized various facilitation techniques, such as brainstorming, role-playing, and icebreakers, to encourage active participation.
  • Developed open rapport with patients, encouraging sharing of questions and concerns

Education

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL

Master of Public Administration

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL

Bachelor of Science from Legal Studies

Skills

  • Leveraged in-depth knowledge of federal regulations, policies, and procedures to drive compliance and strategic decision-making
  • Expertly conducted research, data analysis, and report writing, translating complex information into actionable insights
  • Delivered impactful presentations and maintained exceptional communication, fostering constructive engagement with diverse stakeholders
  • Exhibited superior organizational and project management acumen, consistently delivering on complex initiatives within time and budget constraints
  • Proficiently navigated
  • Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis tools to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making processes
Availability
See my work availability
Not Available
Available
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse

Timeline

Teacher Counselor

Youth Villages Inner Harbour
03.2023 - Current

Contract Specialist

Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division
01.2021 - 03.2023

Child Protective Investigator

Florida Department of Children and Families
03.2018 - 01.2021

Group Facilitator

Lutheran Services of NW Florida
05.2017 - 12.2018

University of Central Florida

Master of Public Administration

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science from Legal Studies

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Airkeria Knight