David L. Anderson
Lake Elmo,MN
Summary
Long-time professional with experience in both policy making and public relations at the Minnesota House of Representatives. Over the course of 11 years serving in state government, David has developed meaningful relationships with policy makers and staff and can assist in leveraging those relationships for positive results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
Minnesota House Of Representatives
12.2017 - Current
- Coordinating media and public relations for a group of twelve members of the Minnesota House of Representatives
- Writing editorials and columns that are published in both local and statewide publications
- Helping members effectively communicate complex policy issues to constituents
- Preparing members of the House for interviews with press
- Managing social media accounts and website content
- Interacting with statewide and local press
Research Consultant
Minnesota House Of Representatives
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Worked with individual legislators and staff to assist in drafting bills and amendments
- Drafted briefs and memorandums on legislation and policy topics
- Briefed legislators and prepared detailed summaries on legislation
- Collected, analyzed, and disseminated information related to legislation and public policy to legislators and appropriate staff
- Produced accurate policy, regulatory, and statutory research under stringent time constraints
Communications Specialist
Minnesota House Of Representatives
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Coordinating media and public relations for a group of twelve members of the Minnesota House of Representatives
- Writing editorials and columns that are published in both local and statewide publications
- Helping members effectively communicate complex policy issues to constituents
- Preparing members of the House for interviews with press
- Managing social media accounts and website content
- Interacting with statewide and local press
Legislative Assistant
Minnesota House Of Representatives
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Served as a resource for constituents and House members in legislative and state agency related matters
- Mentored new Legislative Assistants by displaying strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Served as lead Legislative Assistant for Transportation Finance and Policy as well as Civil Law constituent inquiries
- Prioritized relevant projects and issues to ensure optimal efficiency and timely completion
- Developed productive relationships with state agency officials as well as members and staff at the Minnesota Legislature
- Managed and coordinated the schedules for three members of the Minnesota House of Representatives
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN05.2012
Skills
- Public Relations
- Research and Analysis of Complex Issues
- Writing
- Knowledge of State Legislative Process
Timeline
Communications Specialist
Minnesota House Of Representatives
12.2017 - Current
Research Consultant
Minnesota House Of Representatives
01.2017 - 12.2017
Communications Specialist
Minnesota House Of Representatives
01.2015 - 09.2016
Legislative Assistant
Minnesota House Of Representatives
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And History
Bethel University
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