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Valerie LeVere-Banks

Bristow,VA

Summary

Dedicated Management and Program Analyst with the FBI, skilled in strategic planning and budget management. Proven track record in negotiating vendor contracts and leading change initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at mentoring teams and conducting risk assessments. Committed to fostering collaboration and driving program success.

Program analysis professional with strong skills in data evaluation, project management, and process improvement. Proven track record in driving results through effective collaboration and adaptability to evolving requirements. Expertise in leveraging analytical tools, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication to deliver impactful solutions. Known for reliability, strategic thinking, and focus on achieving organizational goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Management and Program Analyst (Top Secret) (SCI)

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
08.2006 - Current
  • Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective services and materials, contributing to budget efficiency.
  • Oversaw recruitment and training of new team members, ensuring high level of competence and commitment to program objectives.
  • Coordinated closely with finance teams to manage budgets effectively throughout the lifecycle of each project or initiative.
  • Collateral duties of Property Management, Purchase Card holder, SCIF manager, major IT investments, EPAS requests both financial and security, WEBTA, COR assistance for requisitions and SCRM requests, SOCR requests, Space management, and escort duty.
  • Led change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions during periods of organizational growth or restructuring.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable contracts that supported program needs while minimizing costs.
  • Ensure all training within the unit is conducted in a timely manner.
  • Responsible for a unit of 133 full-time employees (government and contractors) on a daily basis, assist with onboarding, out processing in several locations.
  • Maintained limited warrant as a Contracting Officer.

Research Analysts

Federal Bureau of Investigations
03.2002 - 08.2006
  • Mentored junior analysts on best practices in research techniques and analytical methods.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
  • Interpreted data and made recommendations from findings.
  • Mentored new hires during their onboarding period leading them towards successful integration into the team.
  • Analyzed statistical data using both modern and traditional methods.
  • Ensure quality control of requests made by other government agencies for protection of the President of the United States.
  • Maintained outstanding performance review on a metric system closing an average of 100 cases per week.
  • Worked more than 40 hours each week due to backlog.

Paralegal Specialist

Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
10.1998 - 03.2002
  • Drafted legal documents and correspondence for complex Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOIPA) requests.
  • Managed case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
  • Responded to Congressional inquires, reviewed and wrote general correspondence.

Education

Business

Rappahannock High School
Warsaw
06-1987

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Business process improvement
  • Requirements gathering
  • Risk assessments
  • Budget planning
  • Risk assessment expertise
  • Excellent communication
  • Market research
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Personnel interviewing

Certification

IC Agile Certified Professional

Sharepoint Technologies

Contracting Officer



Timeline

Management and Program Analyst (Top Secret) (SCI)

Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI
08.2006 - Current

Research Analysts

Federal Bureau of Investigations
03.2002 - 08.2006

Paralegal Specialist

Federal Bureau of Investigation Headquarters
10.1998 - 03.2002

Business

Rappahannock High School

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