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COMMUNITY RELATIONS /GOVERNMENT OFFICER
Summary

Experienced Public Servant with an in-depth understanding of the government process. Successful at fostering collaboration and communication between all levels of government. Able to build consensus and smooth relations for efficient negotiations. Prepared to implement diverse skill sets as Government Liaison Officer in the Suffolk County Office of Economic Development.

Skills
  • Committee leadership
  • Cross-party collaboration
  • Constituent relations
  • Policy review
  • Conflict resolution
  • Inter-governmental and legislative relations
  • Community development
  • Public policy background
  • Analytical thinker
  • Collective bargaining techniques
  • Local government background
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • Oral and written communication
Experience
02/2007 - 02/2012Community Relations /Government OfficerCompany Name | City, State
  • Established and deepened partnerships with various officials, groups and businesses to more effectively carry out agendas of Suffolk County
  • Maintained up to date understanding of local, regional, national and international news and developments
  • Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, and community events Devised short and long-range action plans to address wide variety of municipal needs.
  • Served as the County Executive's ombudsman
  • Acted as a liaison for the County Executive to the public by interfacing with all levels of government
  • Controlled and managed document processes by reviewing files, records and critical information to confirm accuracy and ensure compliance with County and New York State policies and procedures
  • Drafted and presented citations and proclamations on behalf of the County Executive
  • Maintained organized records of various community groups
  • Participated in forums with Chambers of Commerce
  • Member of the Suffolk County Advisory Board on Child Protection
  • Coordinator of Blood Donation Services for Suffolk County
  • County Executive appointee to the Department of Public Works Request for Proposal Review (RFP) Board
  • Oversaw heavy load of administrative tasks while verifying accuracy and prompt completion of paperwork
  • Listened to constituent and various agency needs, identified solutions and worked to implement them
  • Monitored and compiled data with the latest information for easy review and analysis
  • Led effort to expand and renovate County's website to include an interactive map system for victims of abuse/assault
  • Directed public relations, media relations and crisis communications campaigns
08/2004 - 03/2007District Office Manager/Legislative AideCompany Name | City, State
  • Drafted, edited, and reviewed correspondence, newsletters and official resolutions and citations
  • Performed general research on legislation important to constituents and community groups
  • Organized a yearly district wide health fair
  • Key organizer of The Valentines for Veterans Campaign
  • Organized the Department of Motor Vehicles' Outreach Program for seniors
  • Tracked legislation and other developments in assigned issue areas and briefed members
  • Monitored progress and organized project activities to support the Assemblymember
  • Supervised interns with regards to legislative issues and constituent responses
01/2001 - 05/2004Food and Nutrition ManagerCompany Name | City, State
  • Responsible for ensuring staff compliance with state and federal regulations regarding health and sanitary codes
  • Consulted with union delegates to guarantee fair and equal treatment of staff
  • Lectured at in-house meetings on a variety of topics, including corporate compliance programs, sexual harassment, and sanitation issues
  • Proactively identified and solved complex problems impacting operations management
  • Delivered exemplary customer service and support by remaining poised in the most stressful situations
  • Documented inspection information and compiled data into reports for dissemination to management
  • Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality patient care
Education and Training
1998Bachelor of Arts: Political Science
State University of New York | City
  • Major in Political Science
  • Minor in International Relations (Economic Track) & German
  • Completed coursework in Public Administration, Economics and Humanities
  • President and Founder of The German Language and Cultural Society
  • Staff Writer, Geneseo Student Political Newspaper
Licensed Practical Nursing: Nursing
Eastern Suffolk BOCES | City, State
  • Ranked in Top of class
  • Completed continuing education in Licensed Practical Nursing
Master of Arts: Political Psychology And Public Policy
The New School For Social Research | City
  • Completed coursework in Political Psychology, Public Policy, Public Administration
  • Completed professional development in Public Policy
Some College (No Degree): International Economics/Political Geography
Schiller International University | | City, Germany
  • Completed coursework in International Economics, Public Policy, Political Geography, Diplomacy
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • State University of New York
  • Eastern Suffolk BOCES
  • The New School For Social Research
  • Schiller International University

Job Titles Held:

  • Community Relations /Government Officer
  • District Office Manager/Legislative Aide
  • Food and Nutrition Manager

Degrees

  • 1998 Bachelor of Arts : Political Science
    Licensed Practical Nursing : Nursing
    Master of Arts : Political Psychology And Public Policy
    Some College (No Degree) : International Economics/Political Geography

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