Moriah Carter
Lakebay,USA
Summary
Contracts Specialist and Administrative Professional with extensive experience supporting complex government contracting processes, including intake and review of contract requests, development of acquisition strategies and contract terms, competitive solicitations, cooperative agreements, interagency agreements, contract lifecycle management, and document management. Skilled in drafting, coordinating, and managing legally compliant and low-risk contracts while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, policies, and procurement requirements. Demonstrated ability to independently manage a high-volume, fast-paced workload; analyze risk; interpret regulations; and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate business needs into clear, enforceable contract terms and performance expectations. Recognized for strong analytical and organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to provide clear guidance, effective communication, and process improvement support that advances organizational goals and operational efficiency. Collaborative, adaptable, and solution-oriented professional committed to delivering accurate, compliant, and high-quality outcomes in complex contracting environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist
Department of the Navy, NAVFAC NW
Silverdale, WA, USA
12.2020 - Current
- Develop comprehensive and streamlined procurement strategies in a dynamic and rapid-changing work environment to meet program staff needs, achieve organizational goals, enhance operational efficiency, and reduce procurement costs.
- Collaborate with program/technical staff to develop customer requirements by recommending and finalizing terms in Statements of Work (SOWs)/Performance Work Statements (PWSs), and establishing performance milestones.
- Development and management of competitive solicitations for contracts and cooperative agreements, including developing procurement strategy, development of solicitations, and establishing evaluation factors for received proposals.
- Lead negotiations to ensure contract terms and conditions optimize contract lifecycles, meet customer, technical, and program management requirements, mitigate contract risk, and comply with organizational and federal requirements.
- Administer post-award base operations service and construction contracts to ensure effective management of complex modifications, task orders, payment schedules, and project milestones.
- Interpret regulatory documents to ensure contract compliance with laws and regulations.
- Streamline contract documentation processes, improving accuracy and meeting plan of action and milestone timelines.
- Provide expert guidance on complex contracting issues to support informed decision-making across the organization.
- Manage upwards of 30 pre-and-post award contract actions, with the highest value single project holding a $17 million dollar value.
- Train junior staff and inform internal and external stakeholders on procurement processes and contract management best practices, enhancing team capabilities.
Human Services Specialist
County of San Diego
El Cajon, CA, USA
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
National City, CA, USA
09.2017 - 11.2019
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel on sensitive cases.
- Coordinated with various internal and external departments and stakeholders to facilitate the dissemination and release of information in compliance with local policies, regulations, and laws.
- 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 with a expectation of high accuracy.
- Processed and maintained police records in compliance with legal regulations.
Administrative Assistant/Billing Auditor
Sunny Days of California
San Diego, CA, USA
02.2016 - 09.2017
- Streamlined office procedures, reducing administrative response time and increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict organizational and legally mandated 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 efficiency and accuracy.
- Auditing billing records and case notes to ensure compliance with regional billing requirements.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries to accommodate requests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development and Family Science, Minor: Sociology
Oregon State University
Undergraduate Course Work - undefined
Grossmont College
San Diego, CAHigh School Diploma - undefined
Steele Canyon High School
Jamul, CASkills
- Contract Capacity Planning & Resource Utilization
- Team Collaboration & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Negotiation
- Research and analysis
- Procurement strategies
- Regulatory Compliance
- Document Management
- Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Contract administration
- Analytical Thinking
- Legal compliance
Accomplishments
- Received Bravo Zulu award for outstanding job performance in July 2025 and May 2026.
- 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 and exceeding expectations.
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.
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