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Erin Harrison

Warrenville,SC

Summary

Local professional with comprehensive experience in constituent services and federal government relations, most notably as the Deputy District Director for U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson. Demonstrated skill in conflict de-escalation and community outreach, advocating for local constituents while practicing team collaboration and project management. Skilled in public speaking, workplace strategy implementation, and adapting according to organizational needs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy District Director

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson
07.2023 - Current
  • Managed operations in Aiken and Barnwell Counties, developing and maintaining communication and relationships between office and community members.
  • Represented Member at public community events, legislative and policy-oriented meetings, community relations boards, and stakeholder engagements.
  • Specialized in constituent services covering military and veterans issues, labor inquiries, Savannah River Site issues, and other constituent services related to a variety of federal agencies.
  • Evaluated staff and intern performance to provide constructive criticism and positive feedback.
  • Collaborated with district and Capitol Hill staff to advocate for constituents' needs, as well as to fulfill the Member's priorities within Aiken and Barnwell Counties.

Special Assistant

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Drafted and completed congressional inquiry cases for constituents across a variety of federal agencies and issues, focusing primarily on military, veteran, and immigration issues.
  • Developed, implemented, and maintained a new District Internship framework.
  • Enhanced written and verbal communication skills through regular telecommunication, public speaking engagements, and congressional form letters.

Part-Time Bookseller Associate

Barnes & Noble
08.2019 - 10.2019
  • Provided customer service and cashiering responsibilities for all customers on location.
  • Worked cooperatively with team members to maintain a clean and friendly environment.
  • Strengthened interpersonal communications while interacting with customers and colleagues.

District Congressional Intern

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson
05.2019 - 07.2019
  • Drafted and reviewed personalized letters to constituents for achievements on behalf of the Member.
  • Completed assigned projects, fielded phone calls for caseworkers, and greeted constituents in office.
  • Attended local events and engagements with staff on behalf of the Member.

Student Assistant and Peer Mentor

Southern Wesleyan University
01.2016 - 04.2019
  • Organized, graded, and implemented course material in Criminal Justice courses on behalf of professors.
  • Aided in teaching a freshman-level course of 20 students over multiple semesters.
  • Developed course registration plans for Criminal Justice students each semester on behalf of the department.

Congressional Intern

U.S. Congressman Jeff Duncan
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Attended hearings on behalf of the Member to compile reports.
  • Drafted memos and completed special projects for legislative staff.
  • Provided approximately three guided tours of the U.S. Capitol Complex each week for constituents and visitors.
  • Frequently communicated with constituents via phone and in-person visits on behalf of the Member.

Education

Master of Arts - Public Policy

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12-2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern Wesleyan University
Central
05-2019

Skills

  • Government relations
  • Conflict management
  • Customer/constituent service
  • Public speaking
  • Program/priority implementation

Timeline

Deputy District Director

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson
07.2023 - Current

Special Assistant

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson
05.2021 - 07.2023

Part-Time Bookseller Associate

Barnes & Noble
08.2019 - 10.2019

District Congressional Intern

U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson
05.2019 - 07.2019

Congressional Intern

U.S. Congressman Jeff Duncan
01.2018 - 04.2018

Student Assistant and Peer Mentor

Southern Wesleyan University
01.2016 - 04.2019

Master of Arts - Public Policy

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Southern Wesleyan University

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