Taronda L. Reed
South Holland,IL
Summary
Experienced and customer-focused Property Disposal Specialist with over 27 years of federal government service in personal property management. Proven subject matter expert with a strong record of training, program leadership, and regulatory compliance. Adept at strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement in high-volume, high-stakes environments.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Disposal Specialist – Area Property Officer
U.S. General Services Administration
11.2014 - 04.2025
- Recognized expert in Federal Management Regulations, Donation Program Handbook, FMR Bulletins, and relevant Executive Orders.
- Facilitated marketing, transfers, and donations of excess/surplus property to federal/state agencies.
- Trained over 100 customers annually on online property disposal systems and protocols.
- Conducted 50+ annual customer visits to promote Personal Property Management initiatives.
Supervisory Property Disposal Specialist (Temporary Promotion)
U.S. General Services Administration
07.2014 - 11.2014
- Directed 6 staff across regional and field offices managing utilization, donation, sales, and marketing.
- Oversaw a $15M+ budget and handled all HR/personnel functions.
- Collaborated with senior management on program performance and strategic planning.
- Championed team building and professional development efforts.
Property Disposal Specialist
U.S. General Services Administration
04.2007 - 07.2014
- Managed high-volume property transfers and donations to public agencies.
- Trained 75+ customers per year; conducted 50+ promotional visits annually.
- Co-developed 6 State Agency Review templates later adopted nationally by 11 regional offices.
Lead Property Disposal Specialist (Temporary Promotion)
U.S. General Services Administration
12.2005 - 04.2007
- Led a team of 5; assigned tasks, monitored progress, and delivered performance briefings.
- Acted as team liaison, resolving workflow and communication challenges.
- Produced and executed marketing campaigns for Fleet Remarketing Program, including flyers, ads, and surveys.
Property Disposal Specialist
U.S. General Services Administration
11.2001 - 12.2005
- Lead and trainer for 6 regional State Agencies for Surplus Property Reviews.
- Provided eligibility determinations and program compliance assessments.
- Delivered data analysis and presentations to agency leadership.
Property Disposal Technician
U.S. General Services Administration
06.1998 - 11.2001
- Supported Donation Program operations; trained for promotion to Program Manager.
- Entered data into the Federal Electronic Disposal System and responded to customer inquiries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Food and Lodging Management
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL01.1991
Skills
- Customer relations
- Expert problem solving
- Analytical thinking
- Documentation management
- Quality assurance
- Management collaboration
- Advanced communication
- Resource allocation
- Team collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Supply management
Certification
- CPPS Certification
- NMPA | 2015
Timeline
Property Disposal Specialist – Area Property Officer
U.S. General Services Administration
11.2014 - 04.2025
Supervisory Property Disposal Specialist (Temporary Promotion)
U.S. General Services Administration
07.2014 - 11.2014
Property Disposal Specialist
U.S. General Services Administration
04.2007 - 07.2014
Lead Property Disposal Specialist (Temporary Promotion)
U.S. General Services Administration
12.2005 - 04.2007
Property Disposal Specialist
U.S. General Services Administration
11.2001 - 12.2005
Property Disposal Technician
U.S. General Services Administration
06.1998 - 11.2001
Bachelor of Science - Food and Lodging Management
Western Illinois University
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