Nathan Vidal Barrera-Bunch

DOGE'd Public Servant looking for a new start

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LocationWashingtonDistrict of Columbia, United States
Government service2yrsU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) · Health and Human Services Department (HHS)

About

I have a dynamic and multifaceted background in federal government administration, strategy development, personnel engagement, and policy analysis. I’ve supported federal agencies, private consulting firms, universities, education consortia, and non-profits. Throughout both my career and personal life, I have maintained a steadfast commitment to equity, access, and people-focused reform.

My recent federal administrative experiences have given me a strong background in stakeholder engagement, program improvement, and cross-sector collaboration. My community engagement work has focused on economically and politically under resourced communities, the LGBTQ community, Latino men, Veterans, and mental health access.

(Recently inactive Secret-level clearance.)

Roles

Nov 2024–Sep 2025
Former role

Management Analyst (GS-14)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Enterprise Integration

District of Columbia

•Served as a policy and program analyst and managed a team that translated Congressional law into federal policy
•Managed a team that monitored the implementation of new healthcare law, and ensure it was in alignment with the Department's strategic objectives and veteran-centric mission.
•Reviewed and analyzed proposed legislation, regulations, and policies to assess their impact on VA programs, recommending business model enhancements and strategic adjustments to improve service delivery.
•Identified and documented program inconsistencies, gaps, and anomalies, developing data-driven reports and strategic recommendations to senior leadership to resolve issues and improve operational efficiency.
•Conducted customer engagement working sessions and coordinated with internal and external stakeholders to develop strategic solutions that enhance department-wide programs.
• Served as a liaison between various VA offices and external partners, driving alignment and integration of initiatives supporting veteran outreach, underrepresented veteran engagement, mental health, and social services.
• Participated in the preparation and delivery of executive-level reports, briefings, and presentations to senior VA leadership, providing insights on project outcomes, policy implications, and strategic initiatives.
• Supported enterprise-wide initiatives and contribute to cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery for veterans, particularly in areas related to outreach, mental health, and social services.

Apr 2024–Nov 2025
Former role

Policy Analyst

Health and Human Services Department (HHS), Indian Health Service

Maryland

• Worked in the Division of Regulatory and Policy Coordination to assess and evaluate internal directives using analytical principles to ensure compliance with pertinent Native American and Alaska Native legislation and executive guidance.

• Conducted detailed analysis of regulatory submissions, coordinating with various offices to provide comprehensive recommendations back into the Secretary's Policy System (SPS).

• Organized and analyzed web content, managed document tracking systems, and maintained administrative records to ensure accurate and timely processing of assignments.

• Developed and maintained records in accordance with Office of Management Services (OMS) procedures, ensuring compliance with retention and disposition requirements.

• Supported the maintenance of the Indian Health Service (IHS) directives files and manage related policies, ensuring all documents are in required formats before executive-level clearance.

• Provided recommendations to supervisors for process improvements, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in organizational processes and procedures.