Allison Sosa
Zumbro Falls,MN
Summary
Highly motivated planning professional with over twelve years experience in public service. A successful collaborator working with diverse stakeholders, and an effective team leader passionate about building the skills of those I work with.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Planning Director
Olmsted County
Rochester , MN
10.2023 - Current
- Act as Executive Director for the Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG), the local Metropolitan Planning Organization for the Rochester urbanized area.
- Direct the Planning Department's daily operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Manage budgeting and work planning for the Metropolitan Planning Organization.
- Recruit, train, supervise, evaluate, and mentor staff members for the Planning Department.
Planning Supervisor
City of Rochester
Rochester, MN
04.2019 - 10.2023
- Lead a team of five urban planners reviewing 140 annual development applications and over 2,000 annual building permits.
- Represented the Community Development Leadership Team at City Council and Planning Commission meetings.
- Implemented and interpreted a new, award-winning Unified Development Code (2023).
- Effectively communicated with city leaders throughout the organization.
Planner
Olmsted County
Rochester, MN
12.2016 - 04.2019
- Analyzed development applications using local code and state statute.
- Coordinated and prepared staff reports and presentations for Planning Commission and City Council.
Assistant Corporation Council
City of Binghamton, NY
Binghamton , NY
03.2011 - 12.2015
- Defended the city in civil litigation cases and prosecuted quasi-criminal violations of city ordinance.
- Advised the city departments, city council, and zoning board of appeals.
Education
J.D. -
Albany Law School
Albany06-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Urban And Regional Studies
University At Albany
Albany, NY06-2007
Skills
- Relationship building
- Program management
- Verbal and written communication
- Recruiting and interviewing
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff training and development
Memberships, Honors & Certifications
- ICMA High Performance Leadership, Professional Development Academy - 2023
- Cultural Humility Professional Development Series, Social Responsibility Speaks, LLC - 2022
- Community Development Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Action Team - 2021-2023
- Licensed to Practice Law in New York.
Timeline
Associate Planning Director
Olmsted County
10.2023 - Current
Planning Supervisor
City of Rochester
04.2019 - 10.2023
Planner
Olmsted County
12.2016 - 04.2019
Assistant Corporation Council
City of Binghamton, NY
03.2011 - 12.2015
J.D. -
Albany Law School
Bachelor of Arts - Urban And Regional Studies
University At Albany
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