Moriah Carter
Lakebay,WA
Summary
Contract Specialist and Administrative Professional with extensive experience in intake of contract requests, contract lifecycle management, document management, and corporate governance. Possesses strong analytical skills, organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a strong commitment to upholding regulatory compliance while meeting organizational goals. Adept at managing an extensive and diverse project workload, fostering effective communication across teams, supporting strategic objectives, and providing support while maintaining a positive, professional demeanor. Collaborative, solution-oriented, and focused on driving process improvements and optimizing workflowsc to deliver successful project outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist
Department of the Navy, NAVFAC NW
12.2020 - Current
- Administer post-award base operations contracts, managing complex modifications and task orders effectively.
- Interpret regulatory documents to ensure compliance with contract execution.
- Lead negotiations to optimize contract terms and conditions to meet stakeholder requirements.
- Train junior staff on procurement processes and contract management best practices, enhancing team capabilities.
- Streamline contract documentation processes, improving accuracy and reducing turnaround time for approvals.
- Provide expert guidance on complex contracting issues to support informed decision-making across the organization.
- Develop streamlined approaches for acquisitions to meet organizational and stakeholder goals.
- Develop comprehensive procurement strategies that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced costs.
Human Services Specialist
County of San Diego
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Assessed customer eligibility for public assistance through detailed interviews, focused on care and compliance.
- Coordinated case management activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Processed applications and followed strict procedures to keep sensitive data confidential.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations to maximize available resources for clients in need.
- Facilitated communication between clients and community resources to enhance access to services.
- Assessed client needs to develop tailored service plans for diverse populations.
Police Records Clerk
City of National City
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel on sensitive cases.
- Coordinated with various departments to facilitate the dissemination of information as needed.
- Developed training materials for new staff on record-keeping procedures and systems usage.
- Led initiatives for digitizing paper records, improving accessibility and security of information.
- Contributed to interdepartmental communication by preparing and distributing daily activity logs and incident reports.
- Assisted in retrieving information for law enforcement officers and public inquiries, upholding strict adherence with ethical and legal standards.
- Managed data entry into records management systems to ensure accuracy and consistency.
- Processed and maintained police records in compliance with legal regulations.
Administrative Assistant/Billing Auditor
Sunny Days of California
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Streamlined office procedures, reducing administrative response time and increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate requests.
- Reviewed journals and various recourse actions to collect information on planned treatment and therapies
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Science, Minor: Sociology
Oregon State University
01.2015
Undergraduate Course Work - undefined
Grossmont College
San Diego, CA01.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Steele Canyon High School
01.2007
Skills
- Capacity Planning & Resource Utilization
- Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency
- Team Collaboration & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Research and analysis
- Contract administration
- Procurement strategies
- Fact-finding and investigations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Analytical Thinking
- Document Management
- Legal compliance
Accomplishments
- Received Bravo Zulu award for outstanding job performance in July 2025.
- Achieved a culture of excellence and resilience through participation in the Mentor-Mentee program, mentoring junior staff.
- Early graduate from Naval Acquisition Development Program, completing program ahead of schedule.
Certification
- Defense Acquisition Workforce Certification-Contracting Professional Certification
- CPPC - Certified Professional Purchasing Consultant
INTERNSHIPS
- NADP Internship
US Navy — 2020-12 - 2023-04
Early graduate from developmental leadership program designed to enhance the professional knowledge and capabilities of personnel in the specialized acquisition field that is vital to our nation and support of Naval Operations.
LINKS
Moriah Carter | LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mo-carter444/
Timeline
Contract Specialist
Department of the Navy, NAVFAC NW
12.2020 - Current
Human Services Specialist
County of San Diego
11.2019 - 11.2020
Police Records Clerk
City of National City
09.2017 - 11.2019
Administrative Assistant/Billing Auditor
Sunny Days of California
02.2016 - 09.2017
Undergraduate Course Work - undefined
Grossmont College
High School Diploma - undefined
Steele Canyon High School
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Science, Minor: Sociology
Oregon State University