Charles Kline
Contract Specialist @Us Environmental Protection Agency Epa
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WORK HISTORY
Contract Specialist @Us Environmental Protection Agency Epa
Cincinnati, OH, US
Contract Specialist (GS-12)U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) • Manage the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, including market research, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, negotiations, award, and administration. • Ensure compliance with FAR/DFARS and agency-specific regulations. • Support mission-critical programs by developing acquisition strategies and procurement documentation. • Collaborate with program managers, legal, and technical experts to achieve best value and mitigate risk.
EDUCATION
American Military University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
Sinclair Community College
Associate's degree, Psychology
SKILLS
ABOUT CHARLES KLINE
I am a Contract Specialist with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions and procurement actions in compliance with FAR/DFARS. With a background spanning military service, program management, and security operations, I bring over two decades of experience supporting U.S. government missions at home and abroad.Previous roles include Senior Physical Security Specialist at the VA, Program Manager at Booz Allen Hamilton (Pakistan F-16 Security Oversight Committee), and positions with Northrop Grumman, DynCorp International, and the Department of the Air Force. Earlier in my career, I proudly served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army. Following my military service, I spent six years in the Middle East and Southwest Asia supporting U.S. military operations as a contractor and security professional, where I held multiple security clearances and contributed to high-risk, mission-critical programs.Throughout my career, I have been recognized with multiple Employee of the Month awards, commendations, and accolades for leadership and performance. I also earned Distinguished Honor Graduate status both in Army Advanced Individual Training (AIT) and at the VA Police Academy—early achievements that reflect my lifelong commitment to excellence and service.Core Strengths • Federal Contracting & Acquisition Lifecycle (Pre- & Post-Award) • Procurement Strategy & FAR/DFARS Compliance • Program & Project Management • Security Oversight & Risk Mitigation • Cost/Price Analysis & Market Research • Stakeholder Collaboration & Vendor Relations • Leadership, Training & Team DevelopmentI’m passionate about tackling complex challenges and driving mission success. Always open to connecting with professionals in contracting, acquisition, and government service.
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