Jennifer Mason
Summary
Successful public relations and government affairs professional with substantial experience developing and executing successful outreach and engagement strategies. Skilled at creating positive relationships with elected officials, media, stakeholders and CBO's. Strategic and committed to staying responsive and proactive in dealing with crises.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
VICE CHANCELLOR LEGISLATIVE AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO (CCC)
05.2017 - Current
- Responsible for developing and maintaining public awareness of CCC and engaging CBO's on current programs and priorities.
- Execute lobbying strategies in order to increase visibility and influence of CCC among state legislature, city council, members of Congress, other policy makers and community based thought leaders
- Evaluate effectiveness of outreach programs and strategies and make data driven improvements to increase engagement and reach. Manage relationships with elected officials on local, state, and federal levels to ensure efficient allocation of resources for maximum student support for 7 colleges.
REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE U.S. SECRETARY OF LABOR
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)
10.2014 - 01.2017
- Served as liaison between U.S. Department of Labor, elected officials, and public to ensure all programs related to job seekers, wage earners, and retirees were properly executed and adequately resolved
- Maximized DOL exposure by facilitating meetings with local businesses and stakeholders to address various topics, including minimum wage, equal pay, and paid leave
- Coordinated with White House and other federal agencies to resolve sensitive state and local government issues.
DIRECTOR – OFFICE OF PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT (SES)
U.S OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (OPM)
11.2013 - 10.2014
- Responsible for creating, coordinating, and enhancing opportunities for direct dialogue between Director of OPM and community nationwide to improve public awareness and involvement in Federal Hiring processes
- Established solid relationships with labor unions, colleges, and universities to gather feedback and advice on federal programs/services.
DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF – PROGRAMS & POLICIES – (SES)
U.S. OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (OPM)
03.2009 - 11.2013
- Appointed by Obama administration to oversee policies and procedures for federal hiring
- Promoted to Senior Executive Service, Federal Government
- Supervised development and deployment of policies/programs to address workforce issues.
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL PROJECTS – SEN. ROLAND BURRIS
UNITED STATES SENATE
02.2009 - 03.2009
ILLINOIS LIAISON
PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURAL COMMITTEE
11.2008 - 01.2009
ACTING STATE DIRECTOR
UNITED STATES SENATE – BARACK OBAMA
06.2008 - 11.2008
DIRECTOR OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES & INTERN COORDINATOR
UNITED STATES SENATE – BARACK OBAMA
01.2005 - 06.2008
Skills
- Public and Media Relations
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Creative and Innovative
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Education And Professional Affiliations
- Northern Illinois University, Art Education
- Women Employed, Board of Directors, Governance & Diversity Committee
- America's Urban Campus, Board of Directors (2020-Present)
- The Links Incorporated, Art & Technology Chair (2020-Present)
- City of Chicago Status of Women and Girls Working Group (2018-2020)
- Junior League of Chicago, Executive Board, Recording Secretary (2018-2019)
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Tau Psi Zeta Graduate Chapter, Member
Timeline
VICE CHANCELLOR LEGISLATIVE AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO (CCC)
05.2017 - Current
REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE U.S. SECRETARY OF LABOR
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)
10.2014 - 01.2017
DIRECTOR – OFFICE OF PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT (SES)
U.S OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (OPM)
11.2013 - 10.2014
DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF – PROGRAMS & POLICIES – (SES)
U.S. OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT (OPM)
03.2009 - 11.2013
DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL PROJECTS – SEN. ROLAND BURRIS
UNITED STATES SENATE
02.2009 - 03.2009
ILLINOIS LIAISON
PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURAL COMMITTEE
11.2008 - 01.2009
ACTING STATE DIRECTOR
UNITED STATES SENATE – BARACK OBAMA
06.2008 - 11.2008
DIRECTOR OF CONSTITUENT SERVICES & INTERN COORDINATOR
UNITED STATES SENATE – BARACK OBAMA
01.2005 - 06.2008