Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Additional Information
COURSES
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Jennifer Zanoni

Columbia

Summary

Resourceful, proactive and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in Executive Assistant and Office Management roles. Adept in troubleshooting and problem resolution using cross-functional communication and collaboration with stakeholders for effective and efficient program and project management. Expertise in calendar and travel management, procurement, contract oversight, and logistics. Accomplished at managing confidential information and fostering interdepartmental coordination. Known for improving organizational efficiency, streamlining workflows, meeting deadlines and ensuring operational compliance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Program and Management Analyst

Bureau of Land Management, US Department of the Interior
04.2022 - Current
  • Recognized as a program expert resolving complex operational questions and change management.
  • Complete and implement a coordinated communication plan which became a standard for the entire Bureau.
  • Administered Government Purchase Card program, ensuring compliance for purchase and travel accounts.
  • Took a lead role in the completion of audit and internal controls activities at the direction of auditors.
  • Managed contracts, vendor performance, and invoice payments using SAP S/4HANA while serving as Contracting Officer’s Representative II, after taking the initiative to get COR II training.
  • Reduced inquiry response time through streamlined contract management processes.
  • Coordinated with headquarters and state offices to resolve administrative and procurement issues.
  • Conducted staff training sessions to support initiatives.
  • Oversaw transportation benefit applications and recertifications in collaboration with Dept. of Transportation.

Executive Assistant (detail)

Department of Justice
06.2024 - 10.2024

Selected for a paid detail position as the executive assistant supporting the AAG Political appointee in the Civil Rights Front office.

Executive Assistant to the Chief Human Capital Officer

United States Space Force
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Managed calendars, scheduled meetings, and coordinated travel for the Director, Deputy, and Chief of Staff.
  • Facilitated executive-level correspondence and briefing materials for all high-level meetings.
  • Maintained communication across federal agencies to ensure synchronized information flow.
  • Prepared weekend read-ahead materials and managed daily scheduling priorities for executive support.
  • Supported Congressional and White House engagements with accurate documentation and logistics.

Office Manager

National Science Foundation
04.2017 - 04.2020
  • Oversaw procurement and program operations, streamlining administrative workflows to meet deadlines.
  • Managed Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and coordinated with the Office of General Counsel.
  • Organized travel logistics and legislative visits for Congressional staff.
  • Directed onboarding processes, including scheduling interviews and preparing welcome kits to enhance teamwork.
  • Managed SAP invoicing, vendor communications, and contract queries for accuracy and timeliness.

Executive Assistant to the Associate Director

U.S. Geological Survey
04.2016 - 04.2017
  • Scheduled and prioritized meetings, enhancing productivity for executive staff.
  • Coordinated domestic and international travel, including itinerary management.
  • Prepared briefing materials and meeting summaries for high-level engagements.
  • Maintained daily communications on strategic initiatives and events.
  • Provided logistical support for conferences and cross-agency meetings.

Staff Assistant

Advanced Training Center
04.2011 - 04.2016
  • Maintained tracking systems to monitor and report on task completions.
  • Scheduled candidate interviews and compiled complete panel folders.
  • Coordinated administrative support for training workshops and events.
  • Ensured timely communication with headquarters and other departments.
  • Managed logistical arrangements for guest speakers and visitors.

Executive Assistant to the Commanding General

Army Reserve Legal Command
04.2010 - 04.2011
  • Served as primary administrative liaison for the Commanding General and legal staff.
  • Oversaw all travel planning and voucher reimbursements using DTS.
  • Managed legal correspondence, records, and office calendar.
  • Represented the front office at meetings and events.
  • Edited the Legal Command newsletter and maintained property inventory.

Logistics Management Support

Department of Commerce, National Institutes for Standards & Technology
04.2009 - 04.2010
  • Provided logistical support to the Manufacturing Metrology Lab.
  • Processed travel and timekeeping records; reconciled Government Card transactions.
  • Entered service data into Calibration Information Program for test scheduling.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and scheduled fee-based services.
  • Tracked publication and grant requests across departmental projects.

Education

Associates - Business Administration

Gloucester County Community College
Sewell, NJ

Skills

  • Office Management & Coordination
  • Contract & Program Administration
  • Budget & Document Control
  • Procedural Analysis & Streamlining
  • Change Management
  • Executive & Calendar Management
  • Meeting & Event Planning
  • Travel Coordination & Logistics
  • Cross-Agency Collaboration
  • Business Process Improvement
  • Logistics Support & Tracking
  • Procurements, Purchases & Acquisitions
  • Confidential Documentation
  • Federal Procurement Compliance
  • Staff Onboarding & Supervision

Certification

  • Top Secret SCI / Tier 5 Active
  • FAC-COR Level II
  • Legal Office Administration Certificate
  • Notary Public – Virginia & Maryland
  • Project Management, IAP Career College, 2025

Additional Information

Project Management Certificate

COR2 certified

COURSES

  • Project Management for Administrative Professionals
  • Introduction to Logistics Support
  • Purchase Card Management

Timeline

Executive Assistant (detail)

Department of Justice
06.2024 - 10.2024

Program and Management Analyst

Bureau of Land Management, US Department of the Interior
04.2022 - Current

Executive Assistant to the Chief Human Capital Officer

United States Space Force
04.2020 - 04.2022

Office Manager

National Science Foundation
04.2017 - 04.2020

Executive Assistant to the Associate Director

U.S. Geological Survey
04.2016 - 04.2017

Staff Assistant

Advanced Training Center
04.2011 - 04.2016

Executive Assistant to the Commanding General

Army Reserve Legal Command
04.2010 - 04.2011

Logistics Management Support

Department of Commerce, National Institutes for Standards & Technology
04.2009 - 04.2010

Associates - Business Administration

Gloucester County Community College
Jennifer Zanoni