Zach Ebersole

Experience

1. Contract Specialist

   NCMS – National Center for Manufacturing Sciences

   Jan 2022 — Present · Ann Arbor, MI, US

   Preparation of contracts/agreements in accordance with government requirements, following the related laws in procurement, policies, and procedures (Uniform Grant Guidelines and/or Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). • Maintain documentation in compliance with company policies.• Educate and counsel multiple stakeholders on NCMS collaborative methods and policies as well as other regulations as applied to federal award contracting and agreements, as well as evaluate and report to high-level management the risks and legal implications associated with contractual terms and conditions.• Perform all necessary acquisition and administrative tasks to ensure timely close-out of all NCMS agreements. • Responsible for reviewing procurement, reviewing cost proposals, and a broad range of other follow-up activities with various stakeholders. • Responsible for continuing education and knowledge of current procurement laws and regulations. • Provide backup support to the Accounting Department • Work simultaneously with multiple parties in a collaborative team, fast-paced innovative environment while managing multiple complex contractual negotiations.• Knowledge of new security requirements specified by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

Education

• Eastern Michigan University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Aviation Management Technology

  2012 — 2014

• Lansing Community College

  Associate's Degree

  2008 — 2012