Shasta Britt, MAML

Experience

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  US Army

  Sept 1997 - Apr 2003

  21st Support Command (21st SUPCOM) Taylor Barracks, Mannheim, Germany.The 21st Theater Sustainment Command (21st TSC) provides theater sustainment throughout EUCOM and AFRICOM Areas of Responsibility in support of USAREUR and 7th Army. On order, deploys to support theater opening, distribution, and Reception, Staging, Onward Movement & enable Integration (RSO&I) functions. Be prepared to support Joint and Coalition forces.Role CommunicationsPart of US Army EuropeGarrison/HQ Kaiserslautern, GermanyNickname(s) 21st TSCMotto(s) First in SupportMILITARY SERVICE:Army, 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist (now represented as 25U)AWARDS: - AAM (Army Achievement Medal) 04/2003 Show less Headquarters and Headquarters Detachment (HHD), 261st Area Support Medical Battalion (ASMB) of the 44th Medical Brigade is a US Army unit located at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, providing health care and medical services to the Fort Bragg community, and continuing training in its combat support mission.2000, the 261st Medical Battalion (Area Support) (Airborne) was located at Fort Bragg, North Carolina and fell under the 55th Medical Group. At that point it was the Army's only airborne medical battalion and one of only 2 area support medical battalions in the continental United States.Role CommunicationsSize Battalion Garrison/HQ Fort BraggNickname(s) Dragon MedicsMILITARY SERVICE:Army, 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist (now represented as 25U)AWARDS: -Good Conduct Medal (09/2000)- 2ea AAM (Army Achievement Medal) 08/2002 Show less Charlie Company (Charlie Rock), 121st Signal Battalion at Larson Barracks, Kitzingen, Germany.Formed in 1898 as part of the United States Army Signal Corps. In 1957, the 1st Signal Company officially re-designated to the 121st Signal Battalion. MILITARY SERVICE:Army, 31U Signal Support Systems SpecialistRole CommunicationsSize BattalionPart of 1st Infantry DivisionMotto(s) TO PARON EY POIEIN (Do well the duty that lies before you)Corps Colors Orange and WhiteAWARDS: -Kosovo Campaign Medal (12/1999) -NATO Medal (11/1999) -Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (12/1999)-ARCOM (05/2000) Show less Advanced individual training (AIT) where I learned the skills needed to perform my specific Army job as 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist (now represented as 25U).US Army Signal School; Fort Gordon, formerly known as Camp Gordon, is a United States Army installation established in October 1941. It is the current home of the United States Army Signal Corps, United States Army Cyber Corps, and Cyber Center of Excellence. The fort is located southwest of Augusta, Georgia. One of the major components of the installation is Advanced Individual Training for Signal Corps military occupational specialties. Show less Basic Combat Training, often known as “boot camp,” where I learned how to work as a member of a team to accomplish tasks. Learned discipline, including proper dress, marching, and grooming standards of the US Army. Most importantly, be instilled with the Seven Core Army Values and the Soldier Creed. Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri is a U.S. Army training installation located in the Missouri Ozarks. The Maneuver Support Center of Excellence offers Basic Combat Training (BCT) for most non-combat arms soldiers. Show less

  • 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist

    Aug 2002 - Apr 2003

  • 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist

    Jun 2000 - Aug 2002

  • 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist

    May 1998 - May 2000

  • 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist

    Nov 1997 - May 1998

  • 31U Signal Support Systems Specialist

    Sept 1997 - Nov 1997
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  US Army Corps of Engineers

  Oct 2007 - May 2009

  Office Administrator

  Served as an administration assistant performing diverse duties for the director of Service Contacts, Department of Public Works. Conducted special studies for command and higher-level with information requirements that were in conjunction with any of the several service contracts activities/functions. Conducted research and obtained information both from individuals and/or automated sources to compile narrative and statistical information of a special nature or in response to highly sensitive circumstances; e.g., incidents that are of potential service contracts and customer interest or have reached command level interest. Investigated details associated with occurrence and coordinated with representatives from other organizations; e.g., contracting officer representative, personnel, contractor, supply and services, etc., for information/data that will substantiate information for response to reports or information requests. Reviewed on-going reports of information for consistency, timeliness and accuracy to achieve the highest possible levels of accuracy in reportable information. Utilized automated information systems and equipment (hardware and software) to process, access, extract, input, delete, and store or otherwise handle information and data in various and linked automated systems integral to Department of Public Work and service contract operations. Observed personnel, supplies, equipment, and facilities to ensure services and activities are carried out within acceptable levels in terms of quality, timeliness, customer satisfaction, completeness, regulatory compliance and other provisions essential to government operations. Reviewed a variety of forms, reports, data, and other administrative records and files to secure information that substantiates compliance with contracts. Completed requests for personnel administration actions, records management, mail distribution, monitor/update timekeeping cards, and TDY travel through Defense Travel System (DTS). Show less

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  7th Special Forces Group (Airborne)

  May 2009 - Apr 2016

  FRSA-Family Readiness Support Assistant

  The Mission of the FRSA is to maintain the continuity and stability of Family Readiness Groups as units undergo changes in volunteers and leadership. Operationally, the FRSA provides administrative and logistical support to Commanders, Rear Detachment Commanders and volunteer FRG leaders. Taking the administrative burden off volunteers allows FRG leaders to concentrate on performing outreach to Soldiers and their Families in the command, thus preserving stability on the home front, especially during periods of deployment. The Family Readiness Support Assistants (FRSAs) are a vital link between the unit Commander, the Families assigned to the unit, and the community resources available to the Soldiers and their Families. Primary Functions of the FRSA is to know and understand the role of the FRG, and how community agencies can support Soldiers and their Families. Along with knowing how to access and navigate the programs offered by all community service agencies; on and off installation. Show less

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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  Apr 2016 - Aug 2020

  Contract specialist analyzing and completing requested services for contract. Performed market research, reviewed specifications and statements of work, and approve acquisition milestone plans. Performed a complete review of recommended sole-source requirements and conducted necessary market analyses to test noncompetitive assumptions of requisitions. Determined and selected qualified responsible offerors considering the complexity of services, reviewed previous production experience, available facilities, financial capabilities, conditions and transportation costs. Locate sources for assuring reasonable costs, quality and delivery and ensuring small business set-asides are used in accordance with policy. Prepared and issued solicitation package requests for quotations. Such packages contain the complete delivery of performance, schedules, requirements, transportation requirements, and all relevant conditions and clauses required by procurement regulations and directives. Amended solicitation packages and/or document(s). Negotiated purchases, developed and presented counter-quotes and finalized negotiations into contract award through personal contact or in writing with potential contractors. Determined the authority and prepared all supporting justifications and determinations and findings. Personally, and independently contacts personnel concerning problems and provided solutions thereto. Edited and reviewed final contract including specifications, packaging and shipping requirements, inspection instructions, and other pertinent standards and/or special clauses. Received quotations and evaluates for potential contract award. Independently responsible to assure quotations comply with the specifications and needs of the requiring agency. Show less Contract specialist analyzing and completing requested services for contract. Performed market research, reviewed specifications and statements of work, and approve acquisition milestone plans. Performed a complete review of recommended sole-source requirements and conducted necessary market analyses to test noncompetitive assumptions of requisitions. Determined and selected qualified responsible offerors considering the complexity of services, reviewed previous production experience, available facilities, financial capabilities, conditions and transportation costs. Locate sources for assuring reasonable costs, quality and delivery and ensuring small business set-asides are used in accordance with policy. Prepared and issued solicitation package requests for quotations. Such packages contain the complete delivery of performance, schedules, requirements, transportation requirements, and all relevant conditions and clauses required by procurement regulations and directives. Amended solicitation packages and/or document(s). Negotiated purchases, developed and presented counter-quotes and finalized negotiations into contract award through personal contact or in writing with potential contractors. Determined the authority and prepared all supporting justifications and determinations and findings. Personally, and independently contacts personnel concerning problems and provided solutions thereto. Edited and reviewed final contract including specifications, packaging and shipping requirements, inspection instructions, and other pertinent standards and/or special clauses. Received quotations and evaluates for potential contract award. Independently responsible to assure quotations comply with the specifications and needs of the requiring agency. Show less

  • Contract Specialist

    Jul 2018 - Aug 2020

  • Contract Specialist

    Apr 2016 - Jul 2018
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  NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2022

  Contract Specialist

  Duties will vary depending on organizational needs and include procurement planning, negotiation, and contract administration tasks assigned in support of NASA programs. To provide support to the mission regardless of buying location using virtual tools and capabilities. Responsibilities are to assist with all aspects of the contracting transactions from initiation to recommendation of award to procuring items or services where standard contracting procedures may need to be modified. Assist with pre-award functions such as preparing solicitations and adding provisions. Also analyzing proposals for conformance; obtaining required pre-award surveys to establish contractor responsibility, and to develop negotiation strategy. Performs contracting work through use of negotiation techniques. Prepares Request for Quotation or Request for Proposal ensuring that technical descriptions and appropriate contract clauses are included. Performs analysis of responses to solicitations, including price reasonableness, adequacy of competition, compliance with solicitation, and probability of meeting requirements. Coordinates the contracts reflecting agreement between the agency and the vendor. Monitors contract performance and negotiates necessary standard contract modifications such as extensions of delivery schedules, price adjustments, option exercises etc. to ensure satisfactory progress and completion of contract activities. Negotiates modifications to contracts with standard and nonstandard terms and conditions. Prepares correspondence; provides advice, guidance, training, and assistance to technical or program personnel, or contractors whenever information is needed, or issues need to be resolved. Prepares determinations and findings of fact relative to issues or actions. Show less

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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  Jan 2023 - now

  Contract Specialist