Contract management professional with strong track record in negotiating and managing contracts. Adept at ensuring compliance and minimizing risks through precise contract oversight. Known for excellent teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, with key skills in negotiation and compliance management.
Overview
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1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Contract Specialist (CS) FAC-C Professional - 40 hours per week
Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Prison Industries (FPI), UNICOR
03.2022 - Current
Responsible for the negotiation, administration, termination, and close-out of contracts for high dollar construction projects, services, equipment for Central Office and UNICOR’s federal institutions.
Responsible for contracts from development of the solicitation through close-out and final payment on the contract.
Managed contracts from development of the solicitation through close-out and final payment.
Negotiated, administered, terminated, and closed out contracts for high dollar construction projects, services, and equipment for Central Office and UNICOR’s federal institutions.
Analyzed facts and circumstances, including detailed cost and price elements in contractors' proposals.
Facilitated pre-negotiation conferences with prospective contractors to clarify requirements and align expectations for proposed contracts.
Visits contractors' facilities and Federal Prison Industries field offices responsible for contract monitoring.
Managed construction and service projects as Contracting Officer.
Contract Specialist (CS) FAC-C Level I - 40 hours per week
Department of Education Federal Student Aid (FSA)
01.2020 - 03.2022
Executed contract actions efficiently to meet deadlines and support project timelines.
Performed pre- and post-award contracting functions including preparation and issuance of solicitation packages, evaluation of bids and quotations, recommending award of the contract, and monitoring the contractor’s performance for the life of the contract.
Executed pre-award tasks to prepare for contract initiation.
Assessed procurement requests for standard and specialized goods and services to ensure alignment with organizational needs.
Evaluated business and technical requirements, market conditions, business practices, and sources of supply, using standard contracting methodology and well-defined procedures.
Analyzed requirements, proposed revisions to statements of work or specifications, and recommended the type of contract, milestones, and procurement plan.
Prepared solicitation documents and solicited proposals from prospective contractors.
Evaluated bid responsiveness and contractor responsibility.
Negotiated with potential contractors to obtain optimum price, schedules, and conditions.
Recommended the award of contracts to the Contracting Officer along with supporting documentation.
Performed post-award tasks to monitor contract compliance.
Verified deliverables from the contractor.
Negotiated contract modifications to accommodate changing requirements.
Project Portfolio Specialist - 40 hours per week
Department of Education Federal Student Aid (FSA)
10.2016 - 01.2020
Fulfilled the role of Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in training for the Performance Management Office (PMO)
Supported Performance Management team in annual and ongoing portfolio planning activities, tracking and reporting investments.
Provided technical assistance across business units to resolve and address project management issues and problems.
Managed SharePoint resources for effective communication.
Served as project lead for the EPPM System.
Worked with the EPPM team to develop effective and efficient SharePoint sites within EPPM (13 complex project sites) to share store and share information in once centralized location.
Completed EPPM system training with the EPPM team.
Engaged with EPPM system for project oversight.
Spend plan training.
Created Investment Requests (IRs).
Created Spend Plans.
Collaborated with EPPM team to develop SharePoint sites for 13 complex projects, centralizing information storage and sharing.
Junior Project Portfolio Manager
Worked with assigned business units and project managers to submit BCRs in the EPPM system by providing technical training and desk-side assistance.
Worked with Application Eligibility and Determination System (AEDS) re-compete and Federal Student Aid Information Center (FSAIC) re-compete project team to complete the acquisition package (i.e. Performance Work Statement (PWS), Integrated Government Cost Estimate (IGCE), Information Resources Program Elements (IRPE) Contractor Evaluation Criteria, Technical evaluation team). This work resulted in a Contract award.
SharePoint
Created and developed SharePoint sites.
Coordinated with AEDS re-compete and FSAIC re-compete project teams to complete acquisition package, leading to successful contract award.
Provided guidance regarding “Best Practices” when utilizing SharePoint.
<ul>
<li>Hours per week: 40.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise and coordinate daily administrative workflows for a team of 15 employees, ensuring timely task execution, adherence to protocols, and consistent performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to property intake, detainee processing, transportation, and deportation; verify and audit files to ensure regulatory compliance, and data integrity.</li>
<li>Execute high-volume data entry (up to 8 hours per day), including the entry of case notes, customs documentation, custody logs, and internal reports into secure federal databases.</li>
<li>Develop, review, and edit administrative reports and forms for internal use and government audits; ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy alignment.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison between facility staff, supervisors, and stakeholders; facilitate clear, professional communication, and documentation flow across departments.</li>
<li>Identified discrepancies in data entries and corrected them accordingly.</li>
<li>Oversee inventory control processes, including the secure receipt, tracking, and storage of personal property, using standardized procedures and government tracking systems.</li>
<li>Conduct routine audits and quality control reviews to ensure that administrative practices meet federal operational standards.</li>
<li>Apply sound judgment to evaluate options, solve problems, and make informed recommendations on administrative and operational matters, contributing to efficient workflow management, and compliance with agency standards.</li>
<li>Assist in developing and revising privacy and security policies concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII); identify potential compliance risks, and recommend solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate logistics for detainee transportation to court and medical appointments, manage schedules, and track movement through detailed administrative planning.</li>
<li>Conduct roll calls, and ensure accountability through diligent documentation, system updates, and status reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervisor: Scott Jackson (949) 456-2706.</p>
<p>Permission to contact: Yes.</p> at ProTech USA LLC, Government Contracting<ul>
<li>Hours per week: 40.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Duties, Accomplishments, and Related Skills:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Supervise and coordinate daily administrative workflows for a team of 15 employees, ensuring timely task execution, adherence to protocols, and consistent performance monitoring.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate records and documentation related to property intake, detainee processing, transportation, and deportation; verify and audit files to ensure regulatory compliance, and data integrity.</li>
<li>Execute high-volume data entry (up to 8 hours per day), including the entry of case notes, customs documentation, custody logs, and internal reports into secure federal databases.</li>
<li>Develop, review, and edit administrative reports and forms for internal use and government audits; ensure completeness, accuracy, and policy alignment.</li>
<li>Serve as the primary liaison between facility staff, supervisors, and stakeholders; facilitate clear, professional communication, and documentation flow across departments.</li>
<li>Identified discrepancies in data entries and corrected them accordingly.</li>
<li>Oversee inventory control processes, including the secure receipt, tracking, and storage of personal property, using standardized procedures and government tracking systems.</li>
<li>Conduct routine audits and quality control reviews to ensure that administrative practices meet federal operational standards.</li>
<li>Apply sound judgment to evaluate options, solve problems, and make informed recommendations on administrative and operational matters, contributing to efficient workflow management, and compliance with agency standards.</li>
<li>Assist in developing and revising privacy and security policies concerning Personally Identifiable Information (PII); identify potential compliance risks, and recommend solutions.</li>
<li>Coordinate logistics for detainee transportation to court and medical appointments, manage schedules, and track movement through detailed administrative planning.</li>
<li>Conduct roll calls, and ensure accountability through diligent documentation, system updates, and status reporting.</li>
</ul>
<p>Supervisor: Scott Jackson (949) 456-2706.</p>
<p>Permission to contact: Yes.</p> at ProTech USA LLC, Government Contracting
<p>Hours per week: 40</p>
<ul>
<li>Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:</li>
<li>Applied IT knowledge gained from both academic and professional experiences to provide expert technical support and consultation for camera video systems, utilizing various communication channels including phone, email (with or without a ticketing system), and remote access to clients’ systems</li>
<li>Delivered in-depth support for a range of industry-standard video management software (VMS), including IVC VMS, ExacqVision, Wisenet, and Axis VMS software, ensuring optimal system performance and end-user satisfaction</li>
<li>Engaged with clients in a calm and professional manner to deliver high-level technical support across software, networking, and camera hardware systems</li>
<li>Frequently traveled across various states to perform on-site assignments, including troubleshooting camera system issues and providing training to new and existing clients.</li>
<li>Collaborated with various law enforcement agencies—primarily Public Safety—and the U.S. military to conduct site visits, deliver customized camera system solutions (including surveillance trailers), and optimize system performance.</li>
<li>Leveraged strong teamwork skills to coordinate with the Support Team, Software Developers, and Manufacturing Team in setting up, configuring, and troubleshooting camera video systems</li>
<li>Utilized Chinese language skills to effectively communicate with local and international clients and vendors for training and troubleshooting purposes</li>
<li>Conducted seasonal system checks on clients' camera video systems, performed necessary optimizations, and maintained detailed records of system status and performance</li>
</ul> at INDUSTRIAL VIDEO & CONTROL<p>Hours per week: 40</p>
<ul>
<li>Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:</li>
<li>Applied IT knowledge gained from both academic and professional experiences to provide expert technical support and consultation for camera video systems, utilizing various communication channels including phone, email (with or without a ticketing system), and remote access to clients’ systems</li>
<li>Delivered in-depth support for a range of industry-standard video management software (VMS), including IVC VMS, ExacqVision, Wisenet, and Axis VMS software, ensuring optimal system performance and end-user satisfaction</li>
<li>Engaged with clients in a calm and professional manner to deliver high-level technical support across software, networking, and camera hardware systems</li>
<li>Frequently traveled across various states to perform on-site assignments, including troubleshooting camera system issues and providing training to new and existing clients.</li>
<li>Collaborated with various law enforcement agencies—primarily Public Safety—and the U.S. military to conduct site visits, deliver customized camera system solutions (including surveillance trailers), and optimize system performance.</li>
<li>Leveraged strong teamwork skills to coordinate with the Support Team, Software Developers, and Manufacturing Team in setting up, configuring, and troubleshooting camera video systems</li>
<li>Utilized Chinese language skills to effectively communicate with local and international clients and vendors for training and troubleshooting purposes</li>
<li>Conducted seasonal system checks on clients' camera video systems, performed necessary optimizations, and maintained detailed records of system status and performance</li>
</ul> at INDUSTRIAL VIDEO & CONTROL
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