Brenda Mendoza

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Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Mobile: 505-***-****

Work Phone: 505-***-****

Email: ad3sno@r.postjobfree.com

Bureau of Reclamation 10/22/2023 - present

*** * ***** ****** Supv: Jeff Hearty, ad3sno@r.postjobfree.com

Salt Lake City, UT 84138 Phone: 801-***-****

GS-1101-12/4 May Contact Supervisor

Full-Time, 40 hrs per week

Regional Repayment Specialist 1101

Regional Repayment Specialist Duties:

oPossess knowledge of water-related contracts and policy, standard contract articles and general provisions, and Reclamation Manual directives/standards, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance to ensure water is delivered consistent with State/Federal laws in an environmentally responsible manner.

oGathers, monitor and/or analyze data on water-related contracts.

oAnalyzes accounting principles and methods to analyze difficult contracting issues.

oPrepares documents for agency officials including the contracting officer, and Water Resources Group officers.

oProvides regulatory and/or procedural information for a wide range of concepts, principles, and practices in the areas of natural resources development.

oAnalyzes forms and reports related to repayment and water contracting procedures.

oReview contract law and judicial precedents to participate in contract negotiations.

oWrite Basis of Negotiations and assist with contract negotiations and draft up final agreements/contacts at conclusion of negotiations.

oAnalyze facts to devise solutions to moderately difficult problems during contract compliance reviews (CCR).

oAdminister annual CCR’s to ensure compliance is adhered to in accordance with Reclamation Policy (PEC 05-08) which is Reclamation’s primary internal control for its water-related contracting program. Ensures project water is delivered in conformance with the project’s congressionally authorized purpose(s) and to ensure water is delivered and used in accordance with the respective contract(s) (M&I and irrigation).

oReviews contracts, policy, and legislation in preparation for CCRs.

oUtilize economic principles and theories as they relate to repayment and water contracting

procedures.

oUtilize accounting principles and methods to analyze difficult contracting issues.

oResearch, interpret, and/or applying legal, engineering, hydrological, and conservation terminology to develop specific water-use project contracts.

Bureau of Reclamation 08/14/2022 – 10/21/2023

125 S State Street Supv Nicholas Williams, ad3sno@r.postjobfree.com

Salt Lake City, UT 84138 Phone: 801-***-****

GS-343-12/03 May contact supervisor

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Program Analyst 343

Analyst Duties:

oPerforms budget planning, preparation, execution, monitoring, cost and expenditure analysis and reporting, and recommends and takes corrective action.

oDevelops work plans in accordance with applicable schedules and/or decisions and within established timeframes.

oSchedules and participates in Regional Director and power customer work plan meetings.

oEnsures management is informed in a timely manner of significant budget and financial events and changes.

oEffectively responds to budget requests and inquiries in a timely manner.

oPrepares necessary and complete documentation for the Budget Review Committee within established deadlines.

oPerforms research, prepares reports, and reviews legislation, historical data, agreements, policy, and directives and standards.

oAnalyzes impacts to business practices, SOPs, guidance, etc. and provides comments and recommendations.

oMaintains project management summary documents for Maintenance Repair & Replacement (MR&R) projects and provides reports to Regional and Reclamation POCs.

oProvides technical and administrative consultation and advisory services for program and budget to the Region, Power Office and its Divisions, and/or as part of Reclamation-wide technical teams.

oProvides advice based on sound judgment and applicable program and budget standards and guidance.

oResearches and stays abreast of recent program and budget decisions, legislation, precedents, etc. to provide effective advice.

oSecures adequate funding for CRSP revenue funded activities and provides data for and participates in rate and repayment processes.

oCoordinates with WAPA and power customers.

Bureau of Reclamation 06/29/2013 – 8/15/2022

555 Broadway Blvd NE, Suite 100 Supv. Randy Rust, ad3sno@r.postjobfree.com

Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: 505-***-****

GS-1101-11/07 May contact supervisor

Full-Time, 40 hours per week

Repayment Specialist, 1101

Lead Repayment Specialist Duties:

oAs the lead, I fulfilled the Repayment Specialist duties for three FTE’s within the AAO during a period of approximately 5 years. Within those 5 years I preformed the following administrative, water, budget, contracting, Program Management, and Program Analyst duties as listed below.

oIn December 2020 through August 2022, AAO hired a second Repayment Specialist which I was tasked to trained and gave instruction to in order for her to perform duties of a lower grade Repayment Specialist. I completed the tasks on a daily basis assigning duties in water contracting, repayment contrast and compliance, budgeting and monitoring in FBMS, and other duties as required.

oAdminister multiple types of water contracts and agreements.

oDraft, modify, and finalize contracts, water rights transfers, water service agreements, storage agreements, Supplemental Water Program contracts, third-party water leases, and other types of agreements and documents both long and short term.

oAdminister on-going repayment contracts, operation and maintenance projects with analysis of budget reporting,

oWrite Basis of Negotiations and assist with contract negotiations and draft up final agreements/contacts at conclusion of negotiations.

oPossess knowledge of water-related contracts and policy, standard contract articles and general provisions, and Reclamation Manual directives/standards, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance to ensure water is delivered consistent with State/Federal laws in an environmentally responsible manner.

Lead Repayment Specialist:

oI managed the repayment duties for three FTE within the AAO during a period of approximately 5 years. Within those 5 years I preformed the following administrative, water

Contract Compliance Review (CCR)

oPerform analytical methods to establish that benchmark parameters have been met.

oResearch contractual contract actions, Federal and Reclamation Laws, Congressional legislative and OMB circulators, and the Repayment Contracts as guidelines for resolving complex issues.

oPerform annual CCR’s to ensure compliance is adhered to in accordance to Reclamation Policy (PEC 05-08) which is Reclamation’s primary internal control for its water-related contracting program. Ensures project water is delivered in conformance with the project’s congressionally authorized purpose(s) and to ensure water is delivered and used in accordance with the respective contract(s) (M&I and irrigation).

oReviews contracts, policy, and legislation in preparation for CCRs. Prepares initial draft checklists, develops budget for review team, and coordinates/schedules CCRs with Regional and Denver staff as well as subject stakeholders. Reports findings of review to management making appropriate guideline and recommendations. Finalizes checklists/reports for close-out of review for final submittal to the Denver Office.

oDiscusses issues as they arise with upper management and make concise recommendation to improve water related issues.

oRelay management decision to the Districts the CCR is being performed on and manage communication to keep a positive collaborative effort in place between Reclamation and the Districts.

Repayment/Contract and Budget /Finance

oWork closely with Safety of Dams, Technical Services, and Chama Field staff to review work performed and upcoming work needed on the Nambe Dam and Reservoir, Carlsbad Irrigation District, and the Conejos Water Conservancy District -San Luis Valley Project- Conejos.

oBudget, expenditures, costs, contracts, start and completion dates, and many other facets of this activity are reviewed. Builds budget for upcoming fiscal year for submittal of estimated O&M billings to contractors according to due dates as provided for in repayment contracts. Participates in contractor involvement meetings to provide transparency of reimbursable funds collected on O&M expenditures and activities as well as to provide stakeholders a voice on these issues.

oI have knowledge of budget/finance procedures both appropriated and reimbursable revenue accounts. I initiate pre-validations, obligations, and de-obligations to ensure payment to contractors for water acquisition.

oMonitor the Projects forecasting budget expenditure, assess the progress and status of the projects; I facilitate any construction and operation & maintenance of the facilities, dams, and reservoirs. I extract, collect, prepare, and formulate data from legal, historical, or technical documents for the compilation and preparation of reports. The reports are then analyzed to ensure they meet the operating needs of the projects and recommendations are suggested for efficiency in productivity and have effective procedures to produce timely and adequate information

oWork closely with Regional Repayment/Contract and Budget /Finance staff in the execution of contracts and resolving complex billing issues.

oManage the execution phase of the budget process, update monitor and track reports and available resources of obligations and expenditures.

oI establish management controls, such as forecasting expenditure rates, management guides and reviews to reflect program status, and schedules and financial obligations.

oI communicate my findings and objections to upper management and recommend remedial action.

Project Manager to AAO’s Supplemental Water Leasing Program.

oI am the primary Project Manager, and I facilitate a wide variety of duties to ensure Reclamation leases much needed water to the Middle Rio Grande Valley in New Mexico. I provide independent judgement and make decisions to upper management on all water related issues.

oThe Project includes securing storage space for leased water and granting of annual waivers to provide greater flexibility of water management. Strives to ensure contracts are executed in a timely manner; summary of water releases submitted, and payments processed.

oI secure water leases for the San Juan Chama Project Contractors,

oI work closely with the Water Operations Division to continue to develop and sustain collaborative working relationships and contacts among the New Mexico Office of State Engineer (NMOSE).

oOrganize and facilitate meetings with external agencies and federal agencies to collaborate and find solutions to complex problems. Work to improve communication and effective working relationships between stakeholders and Reclamation.

oI research Reclamation Law in relation to water shortage sharing, etc.

Project Manager for Pojoaque Valley Irrigation District and the Carlsbad Irrigation District’s Reimbursable Project.

oAs Project Manager for the reimbursable budgets, I am responsible for analyzing increases in budget demands, cost analysis, and evaluation of District activities. I assist the Program Analyst in facilitating a wide variety of planning for facility maintenance, dam repair and operation and maintenance (O&M) costs. Reimbursable budgets are billed to the Districts for O&M performed on the dams by Reclamation employees. Payment must be made to the United States prior to work being performed.

oDevelop the reimbursable budget for 3 outyears. I prepare, analyze, formulate, execute the budget requirements for O&M obligations/expenditures.

oI perform year-end reports to analyze the variance between the estimated and actual budget per year.

oThe Projects requires annual budget projections, workplan development for outyear budget requests, administers and tracks current-year budget performance, review budget reports, and execute the budget yearly and handle any inconsistencies that arise.

oCompose business letters, memorandums, reports, issue papers, recommendations, budget estimates, spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, etc. In addition, research public and Reclamation Law to prepare draft responses and finalize congressional correspondence.

Program Analyst Duties

Detailed to the Denver Information Resource Office (IRO) as Program Analyst,

oServed as program member involved in analyzing complex and critical issues, for example, Federal Information Technology Acquisition Act (FITARA) requirements for the Information Management and Technology (IMT) Program.

oI performed analysis, planning and evaluation of program activities in such areas as the IT budget formulation reviews. I was involved in facilitating meetings with upper management and administered and recommended changes to Policy, Directives and Standards (D&S), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Service Level Agreements (SLA).

oAdvised on matters relating to organization effectiveness, recommendations for policy and directive & standard modifications.

oResearched Congressional Law, Executive Orders, OMB Circular A-76, OMB Circular A-11, etc., in support of the IRO to establish guidance for Reclamation employees in policies and procedures.

Detailed to Project Management Specialist for the Biological Opinion Annual Report

oServed as first line reviewer for the annual report update.

oAssisted with conflict mediation among the different agencies associated with the Biological Opinion report. I facilitated communications among the New Mexico Interstate Commission (NMISC) and Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District (MRGCD) and internal Departments withing the Albuquerque Area Office (AAO).

Discuss with other Departments in analyzing contracts, agreements, plans, designs, and requirements to anticipate problems and identify risks that may occur. Devise solutions to maintain and coordinate schedules and targets. Make recommendations to upper supervisors to resolve complex problems involving disputes.

Proactive in maintaining communication and teamwork internally and externally to build stronger working relationships. Promptly responds to incoming requests (internally and externally) by determining information needed. Cooperatively works with peers and customers to resolve issues pertaining to engineering compromises, contracting, manufacturing, or financial need.

Assigned as the Collateral Duty Safety Representative (CDSR) for the AAO. Served 2 years and re-established the AAO Safety Committee. Updated the AAO Safety Policy which outlines the safety procedures within the Albuquerque Area Office only. The safety committee has continued with the policy re-write as well as initiating the emergency plan, exit routes, vehicle safety, etc.

Bureau of Reclamation 11/7/2010 – 06/29/2013

GS-0561-07 Supv. Margaret Chandler

Full Time, 40 hours per week ad3sno@r.postjobfree.com

May contact supervisor Phone: 505-***-****

Budget Assistant, (0561)

Extract, collect, prepare, and formulate data from legal, historical, or technical documents for the compilation and preparation of financial reports to ensure control of obligations under apportionment.

Coordinated the planning, formulation, justification, and execution of the organization's budget and funding requirements. Track, coordinate, compile and returned responses for OMB pass backs and formal budget requests from Reclamation’s Regional Office and Washington DC offices.

Assist Regional personnel with financial management duties by providing technical analysis of local projects, such as reconciliation of accounts, or financial statements, to support management and/or customers.

Apply financial laws, policies & procedures to determine whether planned obligations and expenditures are appropriate for BOR programs.

Advise management during the execution phase of the budget process. Update, monitor and track available resources of obligations and expenditures and compile the data into reports for management decisions.

Research, compile, and summarize data for formal oral and written presentation for various data calls, budget hearings, reviews and briefs.

Assist with the formulation of out-year budgets with program/project managers and raise questions and issues that may resolve conflicts in a timely manner.

Review and prepare budget estimates and financial plans and monitor obligations and expenditures incurred for appropriated funding.

Utilize multiple semi-automated spreadsheets, reports and tools for reporting and analysis of program budget formulation, justification and execution. Databases such as FFS (Federal Financial System) and FERS (Impromptu) to run reports on obligations and expenditures, undelivered orders.

Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) 6/22/2009 – 11/6/2010

8601 F Avenue, Bldg. 20203B Gary Rasmussen

Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 GS-0344-07

Full-Time

Management Assistant (0301)

Command duties included but not limited to; overseeing the Collateral Duty Safety Advocate program, coordinated and scheduled travel orders/vouchers.

Managed for the government owned vehicle fleet, building facilities and timekeeping.

Primary liaison for all personnel actions, performance appraisals, and awards, processed new employees and other human resources regulations and requirements.

Administered personnel activities for 80 local Command personnel and field offices.

Utilized multiple automated spreadsheets and reports for analysis of program and budget estimates.

Researched, compiled, and summarized data for budget actions and managed the acquisition and budget planning for local purchases and supplies.

Fidelity Investments 5/2008 – 6/22/2009

5401 Watson Drive SE $27,000

Albuquerque, NM 87125 Full-Time

Human Resources Services Associate

Serviced inbound calls while providing superior customer service. Addressed customer needs by problem solving resolution for multiple employee benefit programs. Reviewed and adhered to company policies and guidelines. Administered medical benefits for enrollment, corrections and ensured confidence to customers inquiring about their health and life insurance benefits. Identified, responded and quickly assessed customer needs and inquires. Processed account research requests, literature fulfillment, historical transaction information, and communicate client policies and procedures. Database input of personal information.

Wells Fargo 07/2007 – 12/2007

801 California Street $18,720

Socorro, NM 87801 Part-Time

Bank Teller

Satisfy customer needs in all aspects of banking.

Process deposits, withdrawls, account inquiries.

Cash handling, customer complaints, and research account activities.

Sierra First Financial Mortgage 04/1997 – 03/1999

22322 Peralta Drive

Laguna Hills, CA

Office Manager

Organized the business office using spreadsheets and files maintenance; handled accounts receivable/payable, financial reporting, and written correspondence.

Conducted oral and written communication.

Assisted in processing loan documents, customer service calls, telemarketing, and other duties related to the home mortgage loan business.

Arranged meetings, appointments and scheduled office maintenance.

Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) 12/20/1992 – 09/27/1995

Department of Navy GS-0344-07, 5

Washington, DC 22023 Full-Time

Management Assistant

Performed duties and functions assigned for planning, organizing and realignments of divisions. Planned and forecasted manpower documents for SSP headquarters and field activities. Reported and advised the director and upper management with up-to-date organizational alignment, staffing structure, policy, and personnel issues using reports, graphs and spreadsheets. Executed personnel actions, performance appraisals and awards, ceremonies, meetings, training, and briefings.

Managed 12 timekeeper and the personnel timekeeping system. Utilize multiple automated spreadsheets and reports for analysis of program and budget estimates to allocate, track, reconcile, and report the status of funds. Researched and analyzed budget projections for management using policies and procedures and updated plans and proposals for upper level supervisors to use for reports.

Excellent interpersonal skills and well-developed oral and written communication with internal, external organization, and other related officials.

Human Resources Office 08/21/1989 – 12/20/1992

Department of Navy GS-203-06, 4

Washington, DC 22023 Full-Time

Employee Development Assistant

Enrolled and registered students into training classes, seminars, workshops and other training. Maintained the training database and sent out transcripts annually. Developed announcements on upcoming classes and seminars, registration and enrollment information. Marketed and developed new training programs.

Communicated with contractors and schools for course material, costs, availability, etc. Verified training request for proper authorization and budget accuracy. Developed and designed a training manual for use within the training office.

Education

Mayfield High School Diploma May 1983

Las Cruces, NM 88001

University of Maryland University College bachelor’s degree – Business Management

College Park, MD Graduated May 1992

Major: Business and Marketing

Marymount University 6 hours towards master’s degree

Arlington, VA

Additional Skills and Awards

Skilled in: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, specific programs associated with each agency, FFS and FERS (Impromptu) and the Internet

Received Outstanding Performance Awards - 1993, 1994

Received Superior Performance Awards – 1995, 2012 - 2020

Training

Appropriation Law - December 2015

Leadership and Management for Non-Managers and Aspiring Supervisors – July 2015

Completed UC Aspiring Leadership program - June 2015

Water Contracts Conference May 2015

Business Communication Boot Camp - April 2015

ANSI Z-10 Safety Management System – March 2015

6000 Collateral Duty Course for Other Fed Agencies – July 2014

New Mexico Water Law Conference September 2012

Budget Execution – September 2011

Budget Formulation – March 2011

Law & History Relating to Today’s Reclamation Issues – April 2011

I participated on 2 Bureau of Reclamation’s Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Program improvement teams and I worked with members from across Reclamation regions.

Team #2 was tasked to evaluate the agency’s implementation of Reclamation safety policy SAF P01 (dated July 23, 2013) to implement the principles of American National Standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management System (ANSI Z10).

Team #6 was focused on developing guidance to strengthen employee commitment to the SOH Program. The teams met in person and through teleconference to discuss and review the SOH policy and D&S’s in the process to improve the program. Both teams made recommendations to the Reclamation Leadership Team (RLT).

I was recognized for a job well done.

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