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.