Dakota Meador
Summary
Highly organized and results-driven administrative professional with a strong record of reliability, efficiency, and attention to detail. Recognized as a dependable team player who takes initiative, adapts quickly, and consistently delivers high-quality work in fast-paced environments. A fast learner with the ability to quickly master new systems, processes, and responsibilities while effectively managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Skilled in maintaining accurate records, coordinating administrative operations, and providing dependable support to ensure organizational goals and office functions are carried out efficiently and effectively.
Overview
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Navigation Project Assistant
US Army Corps of Engineers
07.2024 - Current
- Managed the Government Purchase Card (GPC) program, executing procurement actions within federal regulations, spending limits, and audit requirements while maintaining effective financial controls.
- Prepared, processed, and tracked Purchase Request & Commitment (PR&C) actions from initiation through certification, coordinating approvals and supporting contractual procurement requirements.
- Managed payments for office utilities, GSA Fleet, and Voyager/WEX fuel card accounts, including billing review, processing, and monthly reconciliation.
- Reviewed invoices and financial transactions to verify supporting documentation, resolve discrepancies, and maintain audit-ready records.
- Digitized and organized financial records, including Voyager receipts, improving accessibility, record retention, and overall office efficiency.
- Coordinated vehicle and equipment registration and license plate requests, ensuring timely processing and accurate administrative tracking.
- Produced and delivered daily boat reports for navigators, ensuring accurate, timely information to support safe and efficient operations.
- Managed and processed office deposits, ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with financial procedures.
- Developed and maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance operational efficiency, ensure consistency, and facilitate staff training across office operations.
- Served as Training Coordinator, managing training schedules, tracking completion, and maintaining accurate records to ensure compliance and support employee development.
- Prepared and processed SF-182 training requests and associated PR&C actions, ensuring accurate documentation, proper approvals, and compliance with agency policies.
- Processed office deposits accurately and in accordance with financial procedures.
- Developed and maintained SOPs to improve office efficiency, consistency, and staff training.
- Served as Training Coordinator, managing schedules, completion tracking, SF-182s, and related PR&Cs.
- Managed comprehensive fleet records to track vehicle inventory and usage., tracking inventory, usage, mileage, maintenance, registration, and turn-in schedules.
- Supported inventory management and maintained accurate accountability of supplies and equipment.
- Provided staff guidance and training on preparing, submitting, and tracking PR&C requests.
- Reviewed PR&Cs and processed deobligations in CEFMS to ensure accurate fund allocation and tracking.
- Used PM/Proj to monitor annual funding, identify available balances, and support resource allocation.
- Used STAT.1 in CEFMS to reconcile PR&C invoices with receiving reports and maintain accurate financial records.
- Performed bank statement reconciliations in CEFMS to ensure accurate financial reporting and fund allocation.
- Served as an alternate for travel and timekeeping, ensuring accurate processing and compliance.
Budget Analyst
US Army Corps of Engineers (120 Day Promotion)
Kansas City, Missouri
05.2026 - 09.2026
- Assisted with FY27 budget preparation by completing position worksheets and detailed justifications to identify and support anticipated personnel and funding requirements for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Managed and monitored overhead funds within CEFMS, tracking available balances, obligations, and expenditures to support accurate budget execution and fiscal-year financial management.
- Coordinated meetings with OPM and Project Managers (PAs) to review funding requirements, monitor budget execution, and ensure available funds were properly executed throughout the fiscal year.
- Utilize CEFMS to track available funds and account balances, monitor budget execution, and identify funding needs throughout the fiscal year.
- Developed proficiency in P2 to research, track, and manage project and financial information while supporting accurate budget execution and reporting.
- Manage labor codes by establishing new codes and inactivating obsolete codes to support accurate labor cost tracking, financial reporting, and proper allocation of expenditures.
- Provide staff with available funding information to support PR&C requests, labor requirements, and other financial needs, ensuring expenditures are properly planned, funded, and aligned with available resources.
- Support the execution of earmark funding by researching available funds, monitoring expenditures and balances, and coordinating with staff to ensure funding is utilized appropriately and within established requirements.
- Researched available project funding and prepared contract PR&Cs to support project requirements, ensuring sufficient funds were identified, properly committed, and processed in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
Education
Lex La-Ray Technical Center
Lexington, MO 09.2018 - 09.2021
Richmond High School
Richmond, MOReferences
References available upon request.
Timeline
Budget Analyst
US Army Corps of Engineers (120 Day Promotion)
05.2026 - 09.2026
Navigation Project Assistant
US Army Corps of Engineers
07.2024 - Current
Lex La-Ray Technical Center
09.2018 - 09.2021
Richmond High School