Michael Spisak II
Acquisition Specialist at Kairos, Inc. at KAIROS, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Elementary School Teacher
Maryland State Education AssociationDec, 2015- Sep, 2024
Experience
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KAIROS, Inc.
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United States
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Defense & Space
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1 - 100 Employee
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Acquisition Specialist at Kairos, Inc.
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Sep 2022 - Present
● Oversee the strategy and execution of hardware/software procurements for the Division Commander, U.S. Airforce Central Command (AFCENT), Air Combat Command (ACC) and Secure Video Teleconferencing (SVTC) Programs ● Act as the Post Award Lead, drafting, tracking and reviewing acquisition documentation for all division delivery orders, exercise of options, and contract modification, ensuring quality and accuracy prior to submittal to the division ● Serve as the Point of Contact for and manage the submittal of all Division Purchase Card efforts as the Purchase Card Subject Matter Expert (SME) ● Develop and track hardware procurement packages throughout the acquisition lifecycle for COPARS, HAZMAT, Reverse Auction, Brand Name and Sole Source efforts ● Translate technical requirements into hardware acquisition documentation for Large Contracts, Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP) and Purchase Card (GPC) thresholds ● Anticipate financial and contractual concerns to client, recommending steps to mitigate risk ● Detect hardware acquisition training needs and provide ongoing, intermittent training ● Monitor the quantity and monetary ceiling of all Division Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and Division-Wide Exercise of Options ● Collaborate with colleagues across various phases of the acquisition lifecycle to support the division’s mission objectives ● Conduct market research in accordance with the FAR Parts 10 and 12 Show less
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Booz Allen Hamilton
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Acquisition Analyst
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Mar 2020 - Aug 2022
● Oversee the strategy and execution of hardware/software procurements for the Division Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), U.S. Airforce Central Command (AFCENT), Air Combat Command (ACC) and Secure Video Teleconferencing (SVTC) Programs ● Serve as the Point of Contact for and manage the submittal of all Division Purchase Card efforts as the Purchase Card Subject Matter Expert (SME) ● Develop and track hardware procurement packages throughout the acquisition lifecycle for COPARS, HAZMAT, Reverse Auction, Brand Name and Sole Source efforts ● Translate technical requirements into hardware acquisition documentation for Large Contracts, Simplified Acquisition Procedure (SAP) and Purchase Card (GPC) thresholds ● Create and review acquisition documentation for delivery orders, exercise of options, and contract modification, ensuring quality and accuracy prior to submittal to the division ● Anticipate financial and contractual concerns to client, recommending steps to mitigate risk ● Detect hardware acquisition training needs and provide ongoing, intermittent training ● Monitor the quantity and monetary ceiling of all Division Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and Division-Wide Exercise of Options ● Collaborate with colleagues across various phases of the acquisition lifecycle to support the Division’s mission objectives ● Conduct market research in accordance with the FAR Parts 10 and 12 Show less
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Charles County Board of Education
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Real Estate
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700 & Above Employee
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Elementary Science Teacher
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Aug 2016 - Mar 2020
• Earn highly effective rating for the quality of instruction presented to students and colleagues • Mentor first-year teachers, helping them increase organizational efforts and effectiveness in their instruction • Co-teach 5th grade math instruction with 2 first-year teachers • Collaborate with special areas team to put on annual S.T.E.A.M Night to showcase student learning and success in science, art, music • Write county science curriculum for grades 2-5 for the utilization of farming 4 hunger tower garden program • Serve as liaison between school and local non-profit organizations to obtain school supplies for students and staff • Present best practices and experiences at county-wide in-services • Developed whole class and small group math, literacy and social studies lessons using county curriculum and common core state standards • Collect, maintain and track accurate records of 23-350 students’ growth and goals • Analyze in-class formative assessment and county achievement data to adjust instruction • Chair attendance committee to analyze attendance trends using data from student tracking systems to create universal standard operating procedures to increase student attendance • Synthesize county curriculum with individual needs to maximize student achievement • Integrate technology to engage and excite students and colleagues with a wide range of abilities in literacy, science, social studies and mathematics • Work cooperatively with grade level and IEP teams to plan actions for individuals in need of additional supports to succeed academically, socially and emotionally • Collaborate with grade-level teams and instructional leaders on committees to improve student attendance and technology integration across grade levels • Attend professional development aimed at enhancing and refreshing skills • Coach unified elementary and intermediate basketball for students with disabilities • Volunteer time to help direct 20-40 students in the annual school play Show less
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Six Flags
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United States
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Entertainment Providers
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700 & Above Employee
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Human Resources Training Supervisor
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Feb 2015 - Jun 2017
• Supported over 6 company departments with projects geared toward improving overall client and employee experiences • Developed and presented new- and returning-employee orientation • Led a team in conducting audits that align with company standards and initiatives • Created and implemented leadership trainings for over 200 members of company management • Provide current records of employee tracking and training information in both digital and print media • Negotiated company vendor prices with third-party vendors to procure product for employees at lowest price points • Provided polite and efficient service in person and over the phone • Interviewed potential employment candidates • Documented employee disputes with others and reported misconduct • Critiqued training team performance and coached individuals to improve job effectiveness • Produced targeted courses using qualitative employee data • Maintained current and accurate records of over 1,500 employee personal documentation in Microsoft Excel including tax, training, and evaluation documents • Consulted with department leaders to identify training needs and designed trainings to solve current training concerns • Participated in and built team building activities designed to enhance morale and communication Show less
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Towson University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Resident Assistant
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Aug 2012 - Jun 2014
• Fostered an inclusive environment for a university residence hall floor of 32 ethnically diverse undergraduate students • Consulted with undergraduate students in creating and tracking academic and personal goals • Planned and implemented events focused on educating students on culturally relevant topics • Collaborated with other resident assistants to plan and put on annual campus-wide events geared toward informing and exciting students about post-graduate opportunities and forming positive decision-making habits • Enforced university and residence life rules and regulations to ensure a safe, orderly and enjoyable living environment Show less
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Education
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2011 - 2015
Towson University
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
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