Accomplished City Secretary/Director of Court Services at City Of Burleson, adept in public administration and interdepartmental communication. Revolutionized municipal operations by digitizing records and enhancing community engagement. Achieved streamlined administrative protocols, significantly boosting office productivity and transparency. Skilled in strategic planning and fostering intergovernmental relations, I consistently prioritize efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
City Secretary/Director of Court Services
City Of Burleson
141 W. Renfro, Burleson, Texas 76028
05.2007 - Current
Attend all meetings of the City Council and maintain accurate records of city council meetings, ensuring transparency and accountability to the public.
Administer and manage all city elections; conducting city elections, and/or contracting with counties.
Improved office productivity through the implementation of streamlined administrative procedures and protocols.
Implemented a digital filing system for municipal documents, reducing paper waste and improving overall efficiency.
Oversaw updates to the city''s website, increasing accessibility to vital information services for residents.
Enhanced city operations by efficiently managing and organizing official documents for easy access and retrieval.
Developed strong relationships with community stakeholders by attending local events and promoting open communication between residents and city officials.
Manage all operational, administrative, and financially aspects of the Burleson Municipal Court; focusing on creating a safe, professional, and accessible environment for all court stakeholders.
Deputy City Secretary
City Of Burleson
141 W. Renfro, Burleson, Texas 76110
05.2004 - 05.2007
Collaborated with various departments to resolve citizen inquiries quickly and effectively.
Coordinated travel arrangements for elected officials attending out-of-town conferences or meetings and local community events attendance.
Coordinated logistics for special events and meetings, contributing to successful community engagement initiatives.
Assisted in smooth elections by overseeing election worker efforts and providing support to the City Secretary.
Streamlined communication channels for the city council, resulting in improved decision-making processes.
Provided excellent customer service to citizens visiting City Hall, addressing their needs promptly and professionally.
Updated documents such as municipal codes and city charters.
Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
Assisted in budget prep, expenditure review, and budget administration.
Administrative Assistant - City Manager
City Of Burleson
141 W. Renfro, Burleson, Texas 76110
05.2001 - 05.2004
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Coordinate office operations for the City Manager's Office including the City Secretary's Office.
Manage all correspondence and meetings for the City Manager
Conduct high level research for the City Manager and all staff aiding in their daily operations.
Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
Education
Texas Registered Municipal Clerk - Local Government
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
01-2010
Certified Paralegal - Legal Studies
University of North Texas
Denton, TX
01-2013
Certified Public Manager - Local Government
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
12-2016
Certified Municipal Clerk - Municipal Clerk Operations All Levels Government
International Institute Of Municipal Clerks
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
01-2017
Skills
Public administration
Interdepartmental communication
People management
Records management
Strategic planning
Intergovernmental relations
Community engagement
Affiliations
Texas Municipal Clerks Associations
Burleson Mid-day Rotary Club
International Institute of Municipal Clerks
Timeline
City Secretary/Director of Court Services
City Of Burleson
05.2007 - Current
Deputy City Secretary
City Of Burleson
05.2004 - 05.2007
Administrative Assistant - City Manager
City Of Burleson
05.2001 - 05.2004
Texas Registered Municipal Clerk - Local Government
University of North Texas
Certified Paralegal - Legal Studies
University of North Texas
Certified Public Manager - Local Government
Texas State University
Certified Municipal Clerk - Municipal Clerk Operations All Levels Government
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