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Jamie Higgins

Mancos,CO

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience in human resources and community engagement, notably as Vice President and Treasurer at Mancos United and Town Clerk/Treasurer with the Town of Mancos. Proven track record in policy writing and budget management, fostering inclusivity and support for community wellness initiatives. Adept at effective communication and project management, driving impactful change in diverse environments.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Board Member

Mancos United
Mancos, CO
10.2022 - Current
  • Company Overview: Mancos United is a non-profit created in 2022 to create connections for a healthy, safe, and united Mancos community.
  • I joined as a board member in 2022.
  • Voted in as the Vice President and Treasurer in 2024.
  • Mancos United was started due to the loss of two teens in 2021. This loss shook the small community and brought awareness that our youth, families, and community members are in need.
  • Create more accessible mental health, wellness, and general support for the community.
  • Mancos United is about inclusivity and constantly strives to create a welcoming environment for everyone.

Town Clerk/Treasurer

Town of Mancos
Mancos, CO
11.2021 - Current
  • Administers the Town Personnel Policies and Procedures manual, and presents updates to the Board of Trustees for approval as needed.
  • Develop and deliver presentations to government officials regarding human resources policies and practices.
  • Develop and implement HR training for department heads and employees.
  • Writes directives advising department managers of company policy regarding compensation and employee benefits.
  • Administer the performance review program to ensure effectiveness and compliance within the Town.
  • Provides recruiting, screening, and hiring processes, and schedules interviews.
  • Provides assistance to management in updating and maintaining job descriptions.
  • Administers benefit programs such as life, health, dental, vision, and disability insurances; supplemental insurances; retirement plans; vacation; sick leave; leave of absence; and employee assistance programs.
  • Maintains and exercises custody of Town ordinances, resolutions, and other official Town documents, prepares and administers a schedule of Board of Trustee actions, enacting ordinances and resolutions, and serves as the official custodian of the Town Seal, in accordance with Federal, State, and Local laws.
  • Serves as the chief election officer of the Town of Mancos when the Town elections are not concurrent with general elections.
  • Prepares an annual budget and submits it to the Board of Trustees for review and adoption.
  • Devises and implements policies and procedures for managing the Town’s accounting, utility billing, payroll, and financial records.

Sales Coordinator

Sierra Chemicals
, Remote
05.2020 - 11.2021
  • Coordinate job packages, proposals, and On-the-Calendar reports with the Sales Manager.
  • Vet vendors and process MSAs.
  • Audit and maintain various drug, alcohol, and background programs, such as DISA, TPS Alert, ASAP, and National Compliance.
  • Schedule training and safety for supervisors and technicians all over the United States.
  • Maintain pre-billing, final billing, and purchase orders.
  • Update and check the compliance of safety procedures and DOT policies.
  • Work on various projects for the owners and management.

Deputy Town Clerk/Treasurer - Manager

Town of Verdigris
Verdigris, OK
01.2014 - 02.2020
  • Carries out the directives of the Board of Trustees.
  • Plan, organize, and evaluate the work of all town departments to ensure that operations and services comply with the policies and direction set by the Town Council.
  • Facilitate internal and external communication throughout all levels of the organization, and conduct meetings with department heads.
  • Manage schedules and oversee the daily operations of the office.
  • Organize all town meetings, planning and zoning meetings, Board of Adjustment meetings, and Verdigris Historical Society meetings.
  • Organize all town festivals and events.
  • Hire and train office personnel.
  • Compile and analyze fiscal, performance, and service data of the town government's operations.
  • Administer all payroll functions, taxes, retirement, and insurance.
  • Work on multiple projects with local municipalities and other government entities, including the development of new access roads, parks, and safe routes to school.
  • The representative of the Town communicates with a variety of outside organizations.

Armament Journeyman

United States Air Force
, United States
10.2001 - 05.2006
  • Coordinated with expeditors, the production superintendent, and squadron maintenance plans.
  • Launched, recovered, and accomplished maintenance actions required to correct malfunctions.
  • Qualified to troubleshoot, remove, replace, and operational check multiple weapons system components.
  • Completed on-the-job training on related aircraft systems.
  • Established a new land mobile radio program for the whole flight line.
  • I wrote the manual for the LME program and ensured all radios were up and running daily.
  • Debriefed pilots.

Education

BBA - Public Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
02-2026

Public Administration

Rogers State University
Claremore, OK

Community College of The Air Force

Skills

  • Policy writing
  • Human resources
  • Budget management
  • Community engagement
  • Employee training
  • Meeting facilitation
  • Project management
  • Effective communication
  • Community outreach
  • Self motivation
  • Leadership experience
  • Organizational skills
  • Nonprofit experience
  • Diversity and inclusion

Certification

  • Colorado Municipal League Clerks
  • Oklahoma Municipal League Clerks and Treasurers
  • Town of Verdigris Treasurer – Elected Official
  • USAF Holloman Hidden Hero Award – 2004
  • USAF Airman Below the Zone Award - 2003

Timeline

Board Member

Mancos United
10.2022 - Current

Town Clerk/Treasurer

Town of Mancos
11.2021 - Current

Sales Coordinator

Sierra Chemicals
05.2020 - 11.2021

Deputy Town Clerk/Treasurer - Manager

Town of Verdigris
01.2014 - 02.2020

Armament Journeyman

United States Air Force
10.2001 - 05.2006

BBA - Public Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

Public Administration

Rogers State University

Community College of The Air Force
Jamie Higgins