Policy professional with consistent track record in developing and advising on impactful policies. Strong focus on team collaboration, delivering results within dynamic environments. Expertise in policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. Known for adaptability and reliability in meeting organizational goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Advisor
Office of Capital Access (OCA)
06.2023 - Current
Company Overview: This is a federal job
Salary: $147,238.00 USD Bi-weekly
Hours per week: 40
Series: 0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule (Ch. 51, 5 U.S.C.).
Grade: 14
This is a time-limited appointment or temporary promotion
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Develop, manage and update data scripts in Jupyter folders within Python program across ECIP, SLFRF and ERA programs;
Use developed data scripts and Microsoft Excel for data requests by ERA team and OCA management;
Coordinate data and reporting for ERA program across multiple organizational units, including higher management offices, GAO, OIG and the public;
Assist in Portal Development within Sales Force/TRAMS;
Lead outreach to the recipients of the ERA program for general assistance, policy advice, and data corrections;
Co-lead Improper Payments data analysis and data correction initiative;
Test reporting procedures for SLFRF and ERA programs within UAT Sandbox environment of Sales Force/TRAMS;
Coordinate development of the reporting portal within Sales Force/TRAMS;
Improve data in the PHPDF through thorough comparison against quarterly reports and recipient outreach;
Work with extensive data sets for individual recipients' program auditing;
Collect weekly notes during team meetings to be distributed to higher management;
Coordinate training for Sales Force/TRAMS advanced users across programs;
Researched existing policies and procedures to gain firm understanding of current conditions;
Facilitate communication and relationship development between different stakeholders;
Managed implementation of policy and program initiatives;
Managed projects effectively by setting milestones, tracking progress, and adjusting plans as required;
Conducted risk assessments related to specific policies or regulatory changes; developed mitigation strategies accordingly;
Coordinated efforts across departments to promote a cohesive approach to data collection updates;
Modeled data and presented findings to leadership and opinion groups.
Management Analyst
Office of Chief Counsel, IRS
09.2015 - 06.2023
Company Overview: This is a federal job
Salary: $117,505.00 USD Bi-weekly
Hours per week: 40
Series: 0343 Management And Program Analysis
Pay Plan: GS - General Schedule (Ch. 51, 5 U.S.C.).
Grade: 13
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Generate data from BOE, TLCATS and CASEMIS for individual business units' analysis;
Analyzed complex data sets to identify trends and inform policy recommendations;
Create and distribute internal surveys using Survey Tracker software;
Developed strategic reports for executive decision-making, enhancing operational efficiencies;
Communicate strategic concepts using the survey data and analysis to diverse audiences, including higher management from other offices within Chief Counsel;
Analyze and distribute the Business Plan Status Report twice a week to Technical offices, pointing to the progress of published guidance projects and any suggested data corrections;
Assemble and distribute the Published Guidance Plan (PGP) at the beginning of the year;
Develop and distribute quarterly report to the senior executives with the suggested updates and publication information of each project;
Develop written memorandum on Human Resources Investment Fund's (HRIF) budget and suggested policy updates annually;
Assist in vendor communications and payments of the training courses;
Use established risk assessment methodologies and tools to identify and mitigate operating risks related to automated system used to track HRIF applications;
Served as a Senior Advisor to management and executive leadership in developing and implementing strategic plans and updates to the budget to achieve HRIF's objectives;
Partner with Chief Counsel offices on developing updates to guidance, structural, legal and policy updates;
Update CCDMs by using Arbortext software;
Review, format and distribute the Chief Counsel Notices within the organization;
Review and updated the Continuity Plan every Fiscal Year;
Maintain continuity contacts;
Trained new employees to take over the continuity initiative;
Participate in the risk related calls during natural disasters, such as forest fires in California;
Lead in creating training materials and SOPs for the different processes and programs within Branch 2. Using these materials, conducted training for Chief Counsel employees;
Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices in data collection and management;
Advised senior leadership on regulatory changes impacting organizational strategies and operations;
Developed training program for new analysts, equipping them with essential skills;
Managed project timelines and deliverables, ensuring alignment with agency objectives and goals.
Inventory Crew Supervisor
University of Maryland, College Park
08.2014 - 05.2016
Salary: $20,000.00 USD Bi-weekly
Hours per week: 40
Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
Interview, hire, train, and manage new employees;
Oversee strategic planning and management of weekly schedules of inspections within University's facilities;
Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and service standards;
Trained and mentored staff on effective team collaboration and task execution;
Streamlined workflow processes, enhancing operational efficiency and productivity;
Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote employee development;
Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation for optimal staffing levels during peak periods;
Resolved conflicts and addressed concerns to maintain a positive work environment;
Collaborated with management on strategic initiatives aimed at improving service delivery;
Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement;
Promoted a culture of accountability within the team by setting clear expectations and holding individuals responsible for their actions;
Maintained accurate records of crew attendance, hours worked, and task assignments for efficient payroll processing;
Advise higher management on logistics of seasonal work calendars, including multi-year plans.
Education
Master's degree - Public Policy; Financial Management Leadership focus
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
05.2016
Bachelor's degree - Russian Language and Literature
University of Delaware
Newark, DE
Bachelor's degree - Russian Language and Literature
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD
05.2014
Skills
Policy analysis
Policy implementation
Improvement strategies
Cost-benefit analysis
Program management
Tracking metrics
Policy compliance
Research oversight
Research skills
Data collection
Survey design
Multitasking
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Ukrainian
Elementary
Timeline
Policy Advisor
Office of Capital Access (OCA)
06.2023 - Current
Management Analyst
Office of Chief Counsel, IRS
09.2015 - 06.2023
Inventory Crew Supervisor
University of Maryland, College Park
08.2014 - 05.2016
Bachelor's degree - Russian Language and Literature
University of Maryland, College Park
Master's degree - Public Policy; Financial Management Leadership focus
University of Maryland, College Park
Bachelor's degree - Russian Language and Literature
University of Delaware
Training
Budget Analysis Techniques Boot Camp Using Microsoft Excel - through Management Concepts
Analytics Boot Camp: Excel Essentials - through Management Concepts
Availability
Job Type: Permanent, Detail
Work Schedule: Full-time
Desired locations
ALL, District of Columbia, United States; Rockville, Maryland, United States; Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
Acting OGCR Program Director at Dept. of the Treasury, Office of Capital AccessActing OGCR Program Director at Dept. of the Treasury, Office of Capital Access