Karen St.Germain
Legislative asst, legislator, commissioner
Pierre Part,LA
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Proficient [Job Title] delivering encouragement and feedback to help employees be successful. Energetic professional with great poise. Well-trained in Community relations. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Louisiana State Representative
Parishes of Iberville, West Baton Rouge, Assumptio
Pierre Part, LA
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- served the public since 1990.
Commissioner
Office Of Motor Vehicles
01.2016 - Current
- Enhanced organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative strategies.
- Improved interdepartmental communication by establishing clear channels and promoting collaboration.
- Developed and executed strategic plans to guide the organization towards its long-term goals.
- Oversaw budget formulation, monitoring, and reporting, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
- Established a strong organizational culture that fostered employee motivation, engagement, and high performance.
- Provided leadership in crisis management situations, effectively resolving issues and mitigating risks.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making practices for continuous improvement across the organization.
- Mentored junior staff members to enhance their professional development and promote career growth opportunities within the organization.
- Championed diversity initiatives to create an inclusive work environment where employees felt valued and respected.
Education
Certificate - Paralegal
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA07.1996
Skills
- Government Relations
- Board Relations
- Policy Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Decision Making
- Process Improvement
- Policy Implementation
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Volunteer Management
- Media Relations
- Interpersonal Communication
- Public Relations
- Legislative Affairs
- Community Outreach
- Ethics Enforcement
- Problem Solving
- Staff Management
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Negotiation
Affiliations
- Have been involved with many Iberville organizations to help the communities.
Languages
Some French.
Elementary
Timeline
Commissioner
Office Of Motor Vehicles
01.2016 - Current
Certificate - Paralegal
Nicholls State University
Louisiana State Representative
Parishes of Iberville, West Baton Rouge, Assumptio