Erick Boswell
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Professional contracting Officer with strong track record in negotiating and managing complex agreements. Known for fostering effective team collaboration and delivering results in dynamic environments. Skilled in risk assessment, compliance, and stakeholder communication, ensuring seamless contract execution and management. Adaptable and reliable, with focus on achieving organizational goals and exceeding expectations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contracting Officer
Air Force
06.2021 - Current
- Finalizes contracts, market research, bid solicitation, proposal evaluation, ensuring contract compliance, effective communication with military and civilian stakeholders, ensuring continuous process improvement.
- Runs meetings with vendors & Air Force officials as a contracting officer, reviews requirements & statements of work.
- Evaluates contractor proposals, conducts negotiations & price determinations to provide contract solutions for 11K base population/families for the 23d Wing & 93d Air Ground Operations Wing.
- He conducts post award functions, resolving contractor payments/schedule issues & discrepancies, and conducts timely file closeout.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Contracts Management
Georgia Military College
Milledgeville, GA03-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Contracts Management
Community College of The Air Force
100 S Turner Blvd, Montgomery, AL 3611403-2026
High School Diploma -
Emma Lee Broady Academy
San Antonio, TX06-2024
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration: Collaborated with engineers, legal, finance, and mission partners to deliver effective and compliant contracting solutions
- Problem-solving: Identified contracting issues and developed practical, compliant solutions to keep acquisitions on schedule
- Business analysis: Evaluated requirements, costs, and acquisition strategies to support informed contracting and business decisions
- Business intelligence: Used data, trends, and financial information to support smarter acquisition planning and resource allocation
- Problem-solving abilities: Applied critical thinking and sound judgment to resolve complex contracting challenges in fast-paced environments
- Multitasking: Managed multiple contracts and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and compliance
- Organizational skills: Maintained accurate, well-organized contract files to ensure audit readiness and regulatory compliance
- Decision-making: Made timely, informed decisions balancing mission needs, fiscal responsibility, and regulatory requirements
Accomplishments
- Led a contract closeout initiative by developing a tracking system to reduce a long standing backlog, recover excess funds, and support mission critical purchases, contributing to Wing Airman of the Month recognition.
- Recognized with the Outstanding Airman in Contracting functional award for exceptional performance, professionalism, and impact in the contracting career field.
Certification
- Earned Department of Defense Contracting Certification through the Defense Acquisition University, qualifying for appointment as a warranted Contracting Officer.
Timeline
Contracting Officer
Air Force
06.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Contracts Management
Georgia Military College
Associate of Applied Science - Contracts Management
Community College of The Air Force
High School Diploma -
Emma Lee Broady Academy