Division Director, Contracting Officer

• Jun 2021 - Present

Supervisory Contract Specialist

• Sep 2018 - Jun 2021

Currently serving as a Branch Chief/Supervisory Contracting Specialist for the Common Electronics & Unmanned Maritime and Small Combatant (UMSC) Integrated Weapon Systems Team (IWST). I am currently responsible for 5 personnel with an average paygrade supervised of GS-12. I direct all procurement activities of the branch which includes pre-award, post-award and contract administration processes. I contribute to the development of DLA Land & Maritime at Mechanicsburg policies and procedures involving the evaluation of contract price proposals, advertising, negotiating, administering, and terminating contracts. I assign, direct, coordinate, review, and approve the work of subordinate associates. I provide training and guidance to associates with regard to procurement actions. I currently hold a $10M Contracting Officer warrant where I have the authority to commit federal funds. I ensure legal, technical, and administrative adequacy of contracting actions, as well as compliance with applicable regulations, policies and directives. I assisted negotiations with our detachments largest one-time procurement of $39M for a Performance Based Logistics (PBL) plus up that was necessary to meet the starting inventory position for our customer.

Senior Contract Specialist

• May 2016 - Sep 2018

Served as a Senior Contracting Officer and Lead Negotiator with a DAWIA Level III certification. I was responsible for highly specialized long-term complex contracts that affect a wide range of procurement activities or contractor operations. During the first six months, I was the lead trainer in my prior division and served as a contracting officer to three contract specialists. Once my current division was stood up (Strategic Contracting & Support Division) I was fully responsible for negotiating, awarding, and administering Long-Term Contract types i.e. IDIQs (indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity), and Requirements Contracts. I gained experience awarding IDIQ type contracts to include the following weapons systems: GPETE (General Purpose Electronic Test Equipment); AN/UYQ-70, MK-86 Gunfire Control System and Self Contained breathing apparatus. I reviewed and analyzed certified cost/pricing data, and performed cost analysis based on the review of certified cost/pricing data. I was responsible for all aspects of the contracting life-cycle to include: acquisition planning, solicitation preparation and publication, evaluation and analysis of proposals, conducting negotiations, preparing all necessary business clearances and other approvals (both pre and post award supporting documentation). I served as a Technical Contract expert and/or authority for applicable contractual matters related to new and/or mature Naval Weapons Systems with complex and unique logistics support problems. I analyzed alternatives for program procurement requirements and developed procurement strategy tailored to provide the most effective support of current needs and anticipated long-range program requirements. Worked a Captain of Industry (COI) contract to establish a collaborative way ahead.

Contract Specialist

• Aug 2010 - May 2016

Served as a contracting officer with a DAWIA Level II certification responsible for the management, performance, and administrative contracting functions related to the procurement of complex spare parts and foreign military sales (note – – originally hired into the position as GS-7/9/11 intern program). Interprets and applies current requirements, federal acquisition regulations (FAR), defense federal acquisition regulations (DFAR) supplement, Defense Logistics Acquisition Directive (DLAD) and local purchasing purchasing regulations, policies and procedures related to the various procurement functions associated with purchase orders and contracts. Utilized a wide range of complex contract types and strategies to include reviewing terms and conditions as well as specifications. Created supporting documentation for awards such as Pre-Briefing Memorandums, Price Negotiation Memorandums, and other award documents. Advised on proper development and use of statements of work (SOW) and statement of objectives (SOO). Established plans to manage contractor compliance. Planned procurement strategy in accordance with program objectives to include experience using contract review boards when necessary to obtain clearance to solicit and/and or make awards. Provided proper contract guidance and justifications to defend contractual actions to requirements generators with the ability to persuade and negotiate with others to find mutually acceptable solutions. Performed in-depth evaluations of the financial and technical capabilities of potential suppliers and evaluated contractors’ cost estimating and accounting systems. Resolved problems regarding long-term procurements for supplies and services. Assisted in developing and implementing policy, plans, and programs necessary for managing a procurement program; including planning and coordinating negotiation strategies for terms and prices. Investigated disputes arising between contractors and the government.

Executive Assistant

• Mar 2010 - Aug 2010

Responsible for performing administrative program management assignments relative to supporting and assisting the Director, Code 083 in management of daily functions. Managed electronic/manual publications and forms (development, design, control, storage and disseminations). Prepared official memorandums, messages and reports. Established and maintained office of records, conducting surveys to analyze/identify records created and produced. Automated file plans and developed procedures for storage, retrieval and disposition. Provided guidance to ensure publications and forms meet prescribed style, format and legal and statutory requirements. Entered and retrieved personnel information using an automated information system. Government Purchase Card (GPC) holder responsible for all office purchases under the micro-purchase threshold ($3000 for supplies and services). Created and updated user profiles, routing lists, accounting data, budget accounts, and permission levels to all users of the Defense Travel System (DTS). Coordinated and monitored Government Travel Card activities on behalf of Military and Civilian Personnel.

Executive Assistant

• Aug 2007 - Mar 2009

Worked as the direct executive assistant to the Director of Counter Intelligence/Human Intelligence Enterprise Management Office. I was responsible for performing the full range of administrative program management assignments relative to supporting and assisting high-level executives to include Senior Executive Service (SES), general/flag officers, senior military officer officials, and high-graded civilians within the agency. Worked as the direct executive assistant to the Director of Counter Intelligence/Human Intelligence Enterprise Management Office. I was responsible for performing the full range of administrative program management assignments relative to supporting and assisting high-level executives to include Senior Executive Service (SES), general/flag officers, senior military officer officials, and high-graded civilians within the agency.

Administrative Assistant-Government Contractor

• Jan 2007 - Aug 2007

Responsible for performing the full range of administrative program management assignments relative to supporting and assisting high-level executives to include Senior Executive Service (SES), general/flag officers, senior military officer officials, and high-graded civilians within the agency. Developed Standard Operating Procedures to provide efficient support to Government Personnel. Program coordinator for Officer Performance Reports, Promotion Recommendations, and Change in Reporting Officials. Created and updated user profiles, routing lists, accounting data, budget accounts, and permission levels to all users of the Defense Travel System (DTS). Coordinated with Bank of America to monitor Government Travel Card activities on behalf of Military and Civilian Personnel. Provided functional consulting in development and sustainment of financial systems, business policies/rules, business processes, and lines of accounting (LOA) for Air Force members and resource advisors (RA).

Information Manager

• Feb 2003 - Feb 2007

I was a junior enlisted Air Force member responsible for performing daily administrative and records management functions in support of United States Air Force functions. I was a junior enlisted Air Force member responsible for performing daily administrative and records management functions in support of United States Air Force functions.