Jennifer Kellner
PROGRAM ANALYST
Coupeville,WA
Summary
Talented Veteran Program Analyst versed in continuing program evaluations, process improvements, and eager for new professional challenges. Highly effective at reviewing and validating data, conducting complex reviews, and assessing program operations. Proficient in MS 365 applications and offering 20+ years of experience in the federal government industry. Highly organized, efficient and detail-oriented professional.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Program Analyst
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
Coupeville, Washington
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Government, Program Support
- Provides daily planning, tracking/recording, evaluates, and administers analytical studies based on observation of the organizations demands
- Develops presentations, correspondence, and reviews for leadership and staff
- Contacts officials to gather input; reviews recommendations and selects those to be incorporated
- Forecasts, analyzes, and compares all data relevant to the subject and draft reports, summaries, and briefings within ORA
- Financial management to include budget administration, formulation, tracking, and spending
- Edits, reviews, and develops data for errors and consistency for the ORA/OSPOP team
- Selects, adapts, develops, and employs quantitative and qualitative methods, systems, and procedures for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of programs policies, practices, procedures, and administration operations
- Directly responds to questions acknowledging program management issues, and other frequently requested information from appropriate leadership from records/files and meets with FDA officials when needed
- Outlines documents granting ORA vision, and policies and procedures
- Serves as the Purchase Card Holder, Records Management Custodian, Timekeeper, SharePoint Online POC, Travel POC, Insight Time Reporting POC, etc
- Fills in for staff with article research by organizing literature inquiries of numerous libraries and cross-referencing publications through on-line methods and library resources, and other in-house data bases
- Uses this data for meetings, records, and program knowledge
- Represents OSPOP and FDA Agency at meetings as a member of working groups to advocate their policies and priorities concerning administrative or management areas
- Briefs supervisors on the discussion and actions required, and personally takes or follows up to ensure that required action is taken
- Provides proficiency for the automation of work processes directed toward establishing a paper-less environment
- Serves as a member of the Program Office, developing and modifying policies and procedures that apply for team use
- Government, Program Support
Management Analyst
Department of the Navy
Oak Harbor, WA
08.2018 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Government, Program Support
- Provide overall administrative leadership and support to Naval Air Technical Data & Engineering Command (NATEC) Detachment; organize, collect, analyze, filing, organizing, and present data related to current/future projects of NATEC
- Plan and administer Defense Travel Orders (DTS) orders, Aircraft ELAR reports, passports, BAVR flight line requests, APACs foreign clearances, supply orders, inventory management, liaison duties, contract support, reports, guidance, annual trainings, process monitoring, track/control corrective actions, and prepare weekly meetings, oversee travel card program for NATEC NW
- Participates in special projects/assignments and assists with a wide variety of administrative and management functions
- Serve as a Trusted Agent (TA) for NATEC HQ for direct support of contractors
- Compose and prepare a variety of correspondence, reports, and briefing/narrative materials, efficient in Word, Outlook, Excel, DTS, ALADN, ERP, SAP, etc
- Government, Program Support
Supervisory Recreation Specialist/Fitness Program Manager
Department of the Navy
Oak Harbor, Washington
10.2015 - 08.2018
- Company Overview: Government, Fitness
- In FY16, managed the 'Best Base in the Navy’s' year-round total fitness program for NAS Whidbey Island
- Plan and administer annual budget, audits, trainings, inventory management, and meetings
- Managed GPC program for entire fitness center
- Composed and prepared a variety of correspondence, reports and briefing/narrative materials, track and monitor all training requirements
- Knowledge of HR recruiting and applicant screening, staffing principles and employment practices
- Strong background in NAF/GS organizations, personnel regulations, principles, and concepts
- Responsible for annual fitness calendar, payroll, marketing, oversee contracts, employee development, monthly events, government purchase card holder, weekly/monthly reports, scheduling, time keeping, travel and financial reports (DTS)
- Review and analyze new/existing administrative policies, processes, and requirements to resolve administrative issues
- Supervised a subordinate staff of five personnel, including NF-2 seasonal interns
- Extensive knowledge in HR practices, laws and regulations
- Responsible for performing special tasks, projects and assignments in support of partnering offices and staff
- Government, Fitness
Education
Master of Business Administration - Government Contracting & Acquisitions
American Military University
Charles Town, WV 10.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Sports & Health Science
American Military University
Charles Town, WV 01.2013 - 05.2014
Associates of Arts - Business and Management
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 09.2010 - 12.2012
Skills
Financial Budgeting
Operational Efficiency Improvement
Strategic Development
Project Feasibility Analysis
Multitasking Abilities
Operations management
Multitasking
Problem-solving abilities
Organizational management
Operational efficiency
Excellent communication
Client relationship management
Additional Information
320+ hours of direct contracting support at NATEC HQ for special project: de-obligation of funds, data analysis, audit findings, etc., Additional college levels credits accumulated in leadership, training, communication, and Human Resources.
Key Qualifications
- Accomplished and dynamic leader with over twenty years of combined experience in government and civilian capacities, with a background in leading multiple programs.
- Proficient at improving organizational efficiency and cohesion by identifying areas of improvement and implementing new management practices.
- Proven leadership skills, task delegation, community involvement and deadline prioritization.
- A military veteran with a strong work ethic, dedication to teamwork and a passion for leadership.
- Seeking an opportunity to utilize my in-depth experience to add value to my company’s bottom line while learning new skills which will provide growth opportunities for myself and the team.
Timeline
Program Analyst
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
01.2022 - Current
Master of Business Administration - Government Contracting & Acquisitions
American Military University
10.2019 - 10.2021
Management Analyst
Department of the Navy
08.2018 - 01.2022
Supervisory Recreation Specialist/Fitness Program Manager
Department of the Navy
10.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Sports & Health Science
American Military University
01.2013 - 05.2014
Associates of Arts - Business and Management
University of Maryland
09.2010 - 12.2012
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