Brendan Jones, MHA
Fort Washington,Maryland
Summary
Detail-oriented and analytical health administration professional with experience managing high-value federal contracts, coordinating cross-functional projects, and delivering data-driven insights in academic and nonprofit settings. Proven ability to lead initiatives, manage stakeholders, and streamline workflows. Adept in contract management, data analysis, strategic planning, and stakeholder communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist Intern
National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, Maryland
07.2021 - Current
- Managed over $200M in IT contracts, coordinating with vendors and healthcare clients across all phases of the acquisition lifecycle.
- Conducted price analyses and developed pre- and post-award documentation to ensure contractual compliance and cost efficiency.
- Executed 50+ contract modifications and facilitated risk-cost management with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Entered and analyzed contractor evaluations in CPARS, supporting data integrity across 50+ government contracts.
- Trained new staff on contract workflows, options exercises, and invoicing, improving team efficiency and consistency.
Graduate Assistant
University of Maryland
College Park, Maryland
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Facilitated academic program operations, managed documentation, and liaised between faculty and students.
- Conducted literature reviews and presented research findings at international conferences.
- Promoted program awareness via newsletters and event coordination, improving student engagement and networking.
Social Media Specialist
ELEVATE Northeast Events and Education, Inc.
Norwell, Massachusetts
10.2020 - 12.2022
- Led social media strategy with 130+ content posts and data-driven engagement analysis for reporting to leadership.
- Executed marketing plans to support community programs and outreach events, including resume workshops and clinics.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand community visibility and educational impact.
Office of Volunteer Engagement Intern/Create The Good Intern
AARP INC
Washington, D.C.
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed 200+ social media posts and drafted internal reports tracking volunteer engagement metrics.
- Maintained and organized the Salesforce CRM database, improving volunteer data accuracy.
- Managed outreach campaigns and supported national initiatives promoting service and advocacy.
Student Employee
Hornbake Library, University of Maryland
College Park, MD
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Provided clerical and customer service support to library patrons, answering inquiries and assisting with locating materials.
- Managed scheduling for library patrons, ensuring timely and accurate reservations.
- Assisted with administrative duties, including filing, data entry, and preparing correspondence.
- Supported library staff with day-to-day operations, contributing to a smooth and efficient work environment.
Education
Master of Health Administration -
University of Maryland
College Park, MD12.2024
B. S. - Public Health Science
University of Maryland
College Park, MD12.2021
Skills
- Regulatory compliance (healthcare, public policy, and procurement)
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Office and Customer Relationship Management Software/Tools (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Salesforce)
- Strategic planning
- Healthcare Management (Billing, Coding, HR, Finance, and Leadership)
- Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt and Black Belt)
- Effective communication and collaboration
Certification
Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt & Black Belt)
Additional Skillsets
Quantitative Methods and Statistics, CPARS, Social Media Analytics, Event Coordination, Workflow Optimization, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR, DFARS), Invoicing, Price and Risk Analysis,Contract Management, HIPAA, ICD-10/CPT-10, Medicaid/Medicare, EHR Systems (Dr. Chrono, MEDITECH), Stakeholder Engagement, Technical Writing, Presentation Delivery,
Accomplishments
- Office of Acquisitions 2024 Special Act Award Recipient
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Assistant
University of Maryland
01.2023 - 12.2024
Contract Specialist Intern
National Institutes of Health
07.2021 - Current
Social Media Specialist
ELEVATE Northeast Events and Education, Inc.
10.2020 - 12.2022
Office of Volunteer Engagement Intern/Create The Good Intern
AARP INC
07.2019 - 08.2020
Student Employee
Hornbake Library, University of Maryland
02.2019 - 05.2019
Master of Health Administration -
University of Maryland
B. S. - Public Health Science
University of Maryland
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