Rosita Goodrum
Prattville,Alabama
Summary
Highly skilled Contracting Level 3 Certified professional with over 12 years of experience in contract administration and management. Adept at all stages of the contracting lifecycle, including sourcing, negotiation, contract execution, and administration, with a proven track record of delivering cost-effective solutions while ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Retired (Planned Career Break)
United States Air Force
Prattville Alabama
10.2021 - Current
- Took three years off work to care for my growing children, who are now in elementary school and my oldest is college bound.
Commandant, Noncommissioned Officer Academy
United States Air Force
Maxwell AFB, Gunter Annex, Alabama
08.2019 - 09.2021
- Led 16 member team responsible for Noncommissioned Officer Academy curriculum rewrite. Oversaw 2 beta tests for the new 16 lesson/157 hour course that flawlessly rolled out to 9 schools/8K students per year.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
Superintendent, 366 Financial Acquisition Squadron
United States Air Force
Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Led the Air Force's first joint Contracting and Financial Management squadron with 81 members overseeing a $399M mission.
- Managed the Wing's $84M budget and provided financial support to the 366th Fighter Wing and its tenant units.
- Advised on ethics and quality control.
- Encouraged the growth of small businesses and provided business opportunities.
- Mentored junior staff, leading to increased productivity and improved teamwork throughout the organization.
Superintendent, 366th Contracting Squadron
United States Air Force
Mountain Home AFB, Idaho
09.2018 - 03.2019
- Led 40 member civilian/military team; managed high-value contracts portfolio, maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Implemented robust tracking systems to monitor ongoing contract performance, enabled proactive identification of potential issues.
- Collaborated closely with legal counsel during sensitive negotiations to protect organizational interests effectively.
- Liaised with outside organizations and financial management analysts to negotiate contract details.
- Ensured adherence to federal acquisition regulations, ethics standards, and proper procurement procedures.
Superintendent, Commander’s Action Group, HQ AFMC
United States Air Force
Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio
05.2016 - 08.2018
- Advised/assisted HQ AFMC Commander on strategic level policy/decisions affecting 80K personnel at 6 centers managing $60B per year.
- Directed the daily operations of a 6 member team; coordinated and managed meetings and presentations with command's senior leaders.
- Developed and communicated clear Commander vision, intent and strategic message to AFMC staff, HAF, OSD and field units.
NCOIC, Construction, Installation Contracting
United States Air Force
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
12.2015 - 05.2016
- Led 20 members; managed the award and administration of contracts valued at $364M that maintained 590 facilities/$7B assets.
- Business advisor to Air Base Wing/120 tenant units; guided acquisition strategies, contract performance and ensured compliance with laws.
- Directed resources, manning, training, enlisted/officer/civilian professional development, performance reports and recognition programs.
- Managed the unit's robust Contingency Contracting Officer program; developed and led deployment plans/training for 30 military members.
Superintendent, Installation Contracting Division
United States Air Force
Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Led 190 member civilian/military directorate; oversaw the direction and management of operations supporting a $4.1B portfolio.
- Exercised managerial authority to set long-range plans and objectives integrating higher headquarters policies with local priorities.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
Superintendent, Operations Branch, HQ ACC
United States Air Force
Langley AFB, Virginia
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Developed command policies and procedures for $3.2B acquisition program for 19 buying activities world-wide.
- Interpreted public law and headquarters directives, safeguarded operational and contingency contracting programs.
- Managed congressional inquires, contract disputes, protests and negative agency audit findings.
- Performed Contract Management Reviews of Air Combat Command field activities.
Team Lead, Specialized Flight, 633d Contracting Sq
United States Air Force
Langley AFB, Virginia
12.2010 - 10.2012
- Led robust 24 member multi-disciplinary team integrating members of acquisition teams for HQ Air Combat Command, 633 Air Base Wing and 25 units.
- Warranted Contracting Officer with $2M authority; executed all phases of the procurement cycle for services/commodities contracts valued at $250M.
- Business advisor to customers on adequacy of requirements, descriptions, acquisition methods and best value.
- Developed advanced acquisition planning in compliance with federal statutes, DoD, Air Force regulations and guidance.
Superintendent, Specialized Flight, 633 CONS
United States Air Force
Langley AFB, Virginia
04.2010 - 12.2010
- Managed/led three teams consisting of 15 military and civilian professionals; responsible for a $250M portfolio.
- Reviewed purchase requests, statements of work, proposals; conducted negotiations, site visits and labor checks.
- Performed all tasks in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation, supplements, and local policies and directives.
- Warranted Contracting Officer with $2M contracting authority to obligate the United States Government.
Contract Specialist, Services & Commodity Flight
United States Air Force
Langley AFB, Virginia
01.2009 - 03.2010
- Managed administration of service/commodity contracts valued at $2M, provided technical/managerial support.
- Conducted market research; solicited and acquired 1 Fighter Wing, HQ Air Combat Command, 1 Medical Group and 30 associated units requirements.
- Reviewed purchase requests, statements of work, contractor's proposals; conducted negotiations and site visits.
- Provided contract administration; resolved contractor payment issues and discrepancies; conducted file closeouts.
Education
Master of Arts - Acquisition Management
American Graduate University
Covina, CA01-2015
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education And Development
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL01-2008
Associate of Arts - Contracts Management
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL01-2008
Skills
- Expertise in Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR)
- Skilled in contract negotiation and risk management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
Affiliations
- Certifications: Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level III Certification (2014), Professional Manager Certification (2014)
- Awards: ACC Contracting NCO of the Year (2010), ACC Contingency Contracting SNCO of the Year (2011), 633d Contracting Squadron SNCO of the Year (2012)
Timeline
Retired (Planned Career Break)
United States Air Force
10.2021 - Current
Commandant, Noncommissioned Officer Academy
United States Air Force
08.2019 - 09.2021
Superintendent, 366 Financial Acquisition Squadron
United States Air Force
04.2019 - 07.2019
Superintendent, 366th Contracting Squadron
United States Air Force
09.2018 - 03.2019
Superintendent, Commander’s Action Group, HQ AFMC
United States Air Force
05.2016 - 08.2018
NCOIC, Construction, Installation Contracting
United States Air Force
12.2015 - 05.2016
Superintendent, Installation Contracting Division
United States Air Force
10.2014 - 12.2015
Superintendent, Operations Branch, HQ ACC
United States Air Force
10.2012 - 10.2014
Team Lead, Specialized Flight, 633d Contracting Sq
United States Air Force
12.2010 - 10.2012
Superintendent, Specialized Flight, 633 CONS
United States Air Force
04.2010 - 12.2010
Contract Specialist, Services & Commodity Flight
United States Air Force
01.2009 - 03.2010
Master of Arts - Acquisition Management
American Graduate University
Bachelor of Science - Workforce Education And Development
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Associate of Arts - Contracts Management
Community College of The Air Force