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Amandeus Watkins

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Director Of Administrative Operations - Retired at FDA
📍 Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States

Amandeus is a retired federal executive with over 30 years of experience at agencies like the FDA, where he managed budgets exceeding $400 million. He holds a PhD from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and now leads his own firm, Watkins Enterprise Management, as Principal CEO.

Outside of his public service career, he is a licensed real estate agent and has a keen interest in public discourse. He has channeled this by moderating an FDA/CDER podcast on the topic of civility, showcasing his communication skills and passion for fostering positive environments.

He once had the unique opportunity to serve as a television host for an FDA podcast about workplace civility.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Director Of Administrative Operations - Retired
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Washington DC-Baltimore Area, United States
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Public Sector Leadership
After a distinguished 30-year career in federal service, he is passionate about advancing public policy, fiscal accountability, and organizational reform within government agencies.
Operational Excellence
He has a proven track record of leading large-scale administrative operations, managing complex budgets, and driving efficiency and transformation within the FDA and other departments.
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Career

Work history

11-2020 - 7-2025
Director Of Administrative Operations - Retired
FDA
11-2019 - 11-2020
Administrative Officer
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
3-2013 - 11-2019
Chief Operations & International Travel Services Division
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
11-2011 - 3-2013
Branch Chief of Budget and Finance
U.S. Department of Labor
12-2010 - 11-2011
Budget Officer
National Mediation Board
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Education
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
2005 - 2006
Master’s Degree
Trinity Washington University
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