Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Affiliations
Certification
References
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Gregory Saxton

Goose Creek,SC

Summary

Experienced local government leader with versatile skills in project management, team development, special projects, communication, and public finance. Very proficient in managing local government policy development and implementation. A strong planner, listener, and problem solver who readily adapts to change and strives to exceed expectations continuously. Able to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality while exemplifying a positive attitude and environment. Works proficiently with innovative ideas to enhance the community, colleagues, and self.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Town Administrator

Town of Awendaw
Awendaw, SC
07.2021 - Current
  • Manage, hire, and oversee town staff and employee issues
  • Creation and implementation of annual evaluations
  • Provided strategic leadership and direction to municipal departments, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of services to residents
  • Developed and implemented policies, programs, and initiatives that align with the town's goals and objectives
  • Communicated effectively with political officials, such as senators and representatives, council members, and government officials, regarding various projects, meetings, and town business
  • Coordinated and facilitated town meetings, public hearings, and community engagement initiatives to solicit input and feedback from residents
  • Created, planned, and oversaw multiple Town festivals, historical celebrations, and town projects, including soliciting local sponsorships and vendors
  • Oversaw human resources functions, including hiring, training, and performance management of town employees
  • Managed and created the town's fiscal budget and managed financial resources, including forecasting, monitoring expenditures, and ensuring fiscal responsibility
  • Provided timely, courteous, and knowledgeable responses to information requests
  • Managed State and Federal grants such as PARD, PRT, CDBG, and SCRIA
  • Create and oversight of grand projects.
  • Developed policy initiatives to improve services for citizens.
  • Organized special events such as festivals, parades, and concerts.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the town government offices.
  • Directed public relations activities to promote a positive image of the town.
  • Supervised maintenance of municipal buildings including parks and recreation facilities.
  • Ensured compliance with local laws, ordinances, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Advised Town Council members on legislative matters related to their jurisdiction.
  • Conducted research into current issues affecting the town's residents.
  • Fostered relationships with local businesses to increase economic development.
  • Assisted in grant writing efforts to secure additional funding sources.
  • Monitored expenditures within each departmental budget.
  • Provided guidance on personnel decisions including hiring and disciplinary actions.

Assistant Town Administrator/Treasurer

Town of Awendaw
Awendaw, SC
01.2021 - 01.2010
  • Worked with vendors and staff on various projects, including the Planning Department
  • Oversaw and administrated employee manuals, policies, and procedures, and updated them upon approval of the Town Council
  • Oversaw Town’s invoices, reconciled multiple bank accounts and grants, prepared documentation for auditors, and received financial funds for the town
  • Created and published the Town of Awendaw’s quarterly newsletter
  • Maintained all town records, ordinances, resolutions, policy and procedures manuals
  • Responsible for administration of employee manuals, policies, and procedures and updating them upon approval of the Council
  • Managed employee issues, complaints, and reports
  • Responsible staff and Council travel expenses, receipts, and other financial payments
  • Oversaw procurement processes such as RFPs and RFQs, and helped oversee Charleston County Community Development Block Grant projects.

Education

Master’s in Public Administration -

College of Charleston
05.2024

Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning -

College of Charleston
01.2024

Bachelors in Theater and Political Science -

College of Charleston
05.2007

Skills

  • Leading and building teams
  • Knowledge of Federal and State Laws and Records Management
  • Effective Oral and Written Communication
  • Grant Management
  • Project Management
  • GIS Mapping
  • Analytical Skills
  • Executive Support
  • Intergovernmental Coordination Budget/Financial Management
  • Communicates Effectively with Leadership
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Active Listening
  • Organizational Skills
  • City ordinances knowledge
  • Records Management
  • Goal Setting
  • Self Motivation
  • Adaptability
  • Report Preparation
  • Professional correspondence
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Task Prioritization
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication
  • Procurement Management
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Customer Service

Accomplishments

  • Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society 2024
  • Phi Alpha Phi Honor Society 2024- College of Charleston, Graduate Program.
  • 2024 Professional Public Administration Award-College of Charleston.
  • 2022 South Carolina City County Managers Association Tuition Recipient.

Additional Information

Willing to relocate for new opportunities.

Affiliations

  • Cooking, baking, and plating food
  • Dance
  • Church
  • Traveling
  • Playing Chess

Certification

  • International City County Management Association Professional Development Academy 2021(ICMA)
  • Graduate of the Public Executive Leadership Academy through the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill 2021. (PELA)
  • Graduate of the Local Government Leadership Institute (LGLI) SC 2021
  • Athenian Fellow through the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (2020)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Town Administrator

Town of Awendaw
07.2021 - Current

Assistant Town Administrator/Treasurer

Town of Awendaw
01.2021 - 01.2010

Master’s in Public Administration -

College of Charleston

Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning -

College of Charleston

Bachelors in Theater and Political Science -

College of Charleston

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