Mark Leavitt
Boise,ID
Summary
Motivated Contract Specialist with a strong background in Military and State contracting methods. Seeking employment to apply contracting skills. Experienced with seven years in contract administration, reading specifications, blueprints, and procurement. Holds Delegated Authority for purchasing goods and services up to $1.5 million. Dedicated to career development and volunteering with Air Guard Members. Volunteering with local non-profit organizations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Contracts Specialist
Idaho Military Division
Boise, Idaho
09.2017 - Current
- Carry out the duties of a Senior Contracting Specialist/ Purchasing Agent
- Idaho State contract administration
- Supervisory responsibilities
- Create, review, Interpret, and negotiate a variety of contracts and other legal documents
- Rapid response to contract inquiries
- Quality support to internal branch chiefs, vendors, and other Idaho military branches
- Minimize risk
- Compliance with applicable laws and policies
- Advise senior management on legal issues related to contracting activities
Project Manager
State of Idaho Military Division - CFMO
Boise, ID
11.2005 - 08.2017
- Managed projects from design to final construction
- Wrote technical scope of works for projects and estimating
- Maintained accurate records for historical and legal reasons
- Communicated progress or report problems to higher command
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications
Munitions Systems Journeyman
Idaho Air National Guard
Boise, ID
08.2022 - Current
- Build bombs, and process 30mm for the best aircraft in the world
- Deliver munitions to the flight line to be uploaded to aircraft
- Extensive experience building/handling munitions to include hazardous class 1.1 to 1.4
- Served in both supervisory and team member positions
- Provided technical support to other personnel during the fabrication process of munitions-related products
Aircrew Egress Systems Craftsman
Idaho Air National Guard
Boise, ID
07.2001 - 07.2022
- Performed aircraft ejection seat maintenance to the ACES II Ejection Seat in the A-10 Thunderbolt C-Model
- Maintained aircraft egress systems including the ejection seat, canopies, hatches, modules, explosive components, subsystems, and related supportive equipment
- Supervised junior technicians in the assembly and installation of aircraft canopy jettison systems
Medical Assistant
St. Luke's
Meridian, ID
06.1997 - 10.2012
- Worked directly with the doctor and nursing staff in a team environment
- Provided direct medical contact with patients and their family members, and notify medical staff of any changes in the patient’s condition
- Exceeds in high-stress level conditions where both positive and negative outcomes may occur
- Collected samples from patients like blood, urine, spinal fluid, and other specimens
- Proper documentation of patient charting with 100% accuracy
- Attended mandatory education and keep current certifications such as CPR, EKG, and glucose monitoring
- Performed phlebotomy
- EKG and other clinical care practices
Education
MBA - Government Contracts And Acquisitions
American Military University
Charles Town, WV03-2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Boise State University
Boise, ID12-2003
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
American Institute of Health Technology
Boise, ID12-1994
High School Diploma -
Boise Hight School
Boise, Id05-1991
Skills
- Procurement Strategies
- Sourcing Techniques
- Pricing Analysis
- Dispute Resolution
- Contract Negotiation
Social Responsibility
- Mentoring younger Idaho Air Guard Members to help them with career development
- Volunteering at Idaho Youth Ranch
- Saved current employer $40,000 through negotiation and mentoring
Timeline
Munitions Systems Journeyman
Idaho Air National Guard
08.2022 - Current
Senior Contracts Specialist
Idaho Military Division
09.2017 - Current
Project Manager
State of Idaho Military Division - CFMO
11.2005 - 08.2017
Aircrew Egress Systems Craftsman
Idaho Air National Guard
07.2001 - 07.2022
Medical Assistant
St. Luke's
06.1997 - 10.2012
MBA - Government Contracts And Acquisitions
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Boise State University
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
American Institute of Health Technology
High School Diploma -
Boise Hight School
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