Gabrielle Evangelista
Winter Garden,FL
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Personnel Administrator
Borough of Wharton
Wharton, NJ
06.2014 - 04.2026
- Oversaw daily operations of borough employees to ensure productivity and compliance with policies.
- Managed employee records and maintained personnel files for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated recruitment efforts and scheduled interviews, enhancing candidate selection process.
- Administered employee onboarding procedures, facilitating seamless transition for new hires.
- Administration of the following Municipal Benefit Programs: Health Benefits, State Pension Benefits, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Wellness Program.
- Developed and administered personnel policies and procedures.
- Assisted in resolving employee complaints and disciplinary actions, promoting a positive work environment.
Assistant Administrator
Borough of Wharton
Wharton, USA
06.2014 - 10.2025
- Coordinated daily operations of borough to ensure smooth functionality.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for community events and meetings.
- Analyzed office procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted in planning and implementing strategic policies for borough development.
- Executed policy decisions from governing body with precision.
- Served as resource for all town administration aspects.
- Participated in coordination of staff activities to foster collaboration.
- Supported budget preparation and tracked expenses for departmental requirements.
Municipal Clerk
Borough of Wharton
Wharton, NJ
04.2007 - 10.2025
- Public Information Officer
- Enhanced transparency and accessibility of public information for community engagement.
- Managed active social media accounts including Facebook and X.
- Prepared and distributed messaging on behalf of the Borough.
- Prepared and distributed emergency content via Emergency Notification System
- Chief Administrative Officer
- Advertised, recorded and filed bids for goods and services.
- Prepared and executed contracts for goods and professional services.
- Processed and issued various licenses to ensure compliance with municipal regulations.
- Secretary to the Governing Body
- Drafted ordinances, resolutions, meeting agendas, and minutes to facilitate effective governance.
- Acted as liaison between Governing Body and citizens to address community concerns.
- Election Official
- Arranges for and conducts public elections, and serves as chief administrative officer in municipal elections.
- Accepts petitions to run for office; fully possesses full knowledge of election laws.
- Custodian of Municipal Records
- Executed administrative tasks and maintained documentation for the Municipal Corporation as secretary.
Education
Master of Public Administration - Administration and Policy
American University
Washington, DC12-2017
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science
The College of New Jersey
Ewing, NJ05-2006
Political Science - Major
The George Washington University
Washington, DC05-2003
Skills
- Policy writing and agenda preparation
- Record keeping and management
- Meeting coordination and event planning
- Municipal administration and public relations
- Strategic planning and problem solving
- Effective communication and attention to detail
- Risk management and contract negotiation
- Employee onboarding and recruitment coordination
- Benefits administration and employee engagement
Professional Licenses
- New Jersey Registered Municipal Clerk
- New Jersey Certified Municipal Registrar
- New Jersey Notary Public
Timeline
Personnel Administrator
Borough of Wharton
06.2014 - 04.2026
Assistant Administrator
Borough of Wharton
06.2014 - 10.2025
Municipal Clerk
Borough of Wharton
04.2007 - 10.2025
Master of Public Administration - Administration and Policy
American University
Bachelor of Arts - History, Political Science
The College of New Jersey
Political Science - Major
The George Washington University