Selena Ladner

Selena Ladner serves as an HR Assistant III, supporting human resources acquisition activities within her organization by facilitating the procurement of training, consulting, and workforce development services. In this role, she assists in the planning, solicitation, and administration of contracts aligned with federal human capital strategies, ensuring compliance with FAR regulations and agency workforce modernization goals. Her responsibilities include coordinating requirements definition, evaluating vendor proposals, and maintaining documentation for HR-related procurements, making her a key operational link between HR stakeholders and contracting personnel. While specific contractor names are not available, Selena routinely engages with vendors specializing in professional development, human resources consulting, and workforce training solutions. Her working relationships reflect a collaborative approach with both large service providers and small businesses, emphasizing responsiveness, regulatory compliance, and alignment with federal HR standards. She maintains consistent communication with contractors to ensure deliverables meet workforce development objectives and contractual performance metrics. Selena exhibits a strong preference for small business participation, with 25% of her acquisitions structured as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic contracting goals. The majority of her procurements (75%) are conducted as full and open competitions, indicating a balanced approach that prioritizes both competition and small business inclusion without reliance on specialized set-asides such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB. Her procurement focus is concentrated in NAICS 611430 (Professional and Management Development Training) and 541612 (Human Resources Consulting Services), reflecting her specialization in workforce training programs, leadership development, and HR operational support. A secondary focus on NAICS 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing) suggests involvement in specialized workforce training for defense or aerospace personnel. Her expertise lies in acquiring services that enhance federal HR capacity, improve employee competencies, and align training with mission-critical workforce needs.