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Kris Hanisch

Washington,DC

Summary

  • Results-driven professional with over 25 years of experience in administrative leadership. Skilled in event coordination and scheduling, successfully implementing strategic initiatives that improve workflow and engagement. Committed to fostering a collaborative team environment while ensuring compliance with legislative processes.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Director

U.S. Senator James E. Risch
Washington, DC
01.2009 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with legislative processes and policies.
  • Coordinated communication between constituents and Senate offices to address inquiries effectively.
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance office efficiency and responsiveness.
  • Managed administrative staff, fostering professional development and performance improvement.

Administrative Director

U.S. Senator Wayne Allard
Washington, DC
01.1997 - 12.2008
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring alignment with policy objectives and constituent services.
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance communication between the Senate office and community stakeholders.
  • Developed and implemented workflow processes to improve administrative efficiency within the office.
  • Mentored junior staff on legislative procedures, fostering a collaborative team environment.

Deputy Director

Senate Sergeant at Arms Transition Office
Washington, DC
10.1996 - 01.1997

Gave administrative support to the Senator-elects after the election before they were sworn in on January 3, 1997.

Assistant to the Chief of Staff

U.S. Senator Larry Craig
Washington, DC
01.1992 - 10.1996
  • Created and executed the daily schedule
  • Made travel arrangements
  • Coordinated legislative research and analysis to support policy initiatives and decision-making processes.
  • Streamlined communications between constituents and the Senator's office, enhancing response times and engagement.
  • Prepared briefing materials for meetings, ensuring accurate information delivery to stakeholders and officials.
  • Assisted in the organization of public events, facilitating community outreach and constituent engagement opportunities.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.

Scheduler

U.S. Senator Steve Symms
Washington, DC
07.1989 - 01.1992
  • Coordinated scheduling for events and meetings, ensuring optimal use of Senator's time.
  • Managed calendar updates, prioritizing engagements in alignment with legislative goals.
  • Communicated effectively with staff and constituents to facilitate scheduling needs and changes.
  • Streamlined appointment processes, enhancing efficiency in daily operations.
  • Reviewed and adjusted schedules based on emerging priorities or conflicts, maintaining flexibility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Office Administration

University of Idaho
Moscow, ID

Skills

  • Organizational leadership
  • Document management
  • Event coordination
  • Meeting planning
  • Office equipment proficiency
  • Office record management
  • Reliability
  • Team collaboration
  • Scheduling and calendar management

Accomplishments

  • Led the Administrative Directors Steering Committee a select, bipartisan group chosen to represent their peers in the Senate community. This committee focuses on influencing solutions that improve efficiency and modernize operations within the Senate.
  • Member of the very first advisory group that helped create the Senate personnel system known as OTIS.
  • A Leader in the Peer Support Group through the Employee Assistance Program fostering a supportive environment for my colleagues.

Timeline

Administrative Director

U.S. Senator James E. Risch
01.2009 - 12.2024

Administrative Director

U.S. Senator Wayne Allard
01.1997 - 12.2008

Deputy Director

Senate Sergeant at Arms Transition Office
10.1996 - 01.1997

Assistant to the Chief of Staff

U.S. Senator Larry Craig
01.1992 - 10.1996

Scheduler

U.S. Senator Steve Symms
07.1989 - 01.1992

Bachelor of Science - Office Administration

University of Idaho
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