Carina Merko
Colorado Springs
Summary
Dynamic Contracting Officer with the USAF, adept at managing complex contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven track record in problem-solving and teamwork, successfully reducing risk exposure and resolving disputes. Skilled in business analysis and contract administration, achieving optimal results through collaboration and attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracting Officer
USAF
02.2025 - Current
- Managed complex contracts to achieve optimal results, balancing organizational needs with regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive acquisition strategies.
- $5M warrant level.
Contracting Officer
USAF
02.2023 - 02.2025
- Coordinated with post-award staff to advise on financial discrepancies, payment term violations, deliverable delays and security breaches.
- Proactively addressed potential disputes or conflicts within contracts, working closely with legal counsel when necessary to resolve matters in a timely fashion.
- SAT warrant level.
Contract Specialist
USAF
12.2018 - 02.2023
- Reduced risk exposure through diligent monitoring and enforcement of contractual obligations.
- Managed full procurement cycle by planning, reviewing, soliciting, awarding, administering and closing out contract to achieve seamless transition at all levels of procurement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ10-2025
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL10-2025
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Business analysis
Timeline
Contracting Officer
USAF
02.2025 - Current
Contracting Officer
USAF
02.2023 - 02.2025
Contract Specialist
USAF
12.2018 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Arts - English
Arizona State University
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Community College of The Air Force
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