Lauren Longfield
Newton,NJ
Summary
Seasoned professional experienced in meeting needs, improving processes and exceeding requirements. Diligent worker with strong communication and task prioritization skills. Self-motivated, organized, analytical problem solver. Always willing to go above and beyond what is expected.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist
DISTRICT 24 LEGISLATIVE OFFICE
01.2019 - Current
- Manage the Legislators calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate events; Create, develop, and design various letters; Respond to constituent concerns with legislation, county issues, or personal cases; Attend events/meetings with the Legislators or on their behalf; Conduct research as necessary for the Legislators prior to meetings or events; Communicate with various State Departments to resolve constituent issues
Director of Legislative and Constituent Services
ASSEMBLYWOMAN BETTYLOU DECROCE
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Manage the Assemblywoman's legislative affairs including bill drafting and policy research; Coordinate with the Assemblywoman’s Chief of Staff on legislative initiatives; Prepare for general assembly and committee voting sessions; Follow-up with bills from introduction to signage; Recommend bills that the Assemblywoman may want to consider drafting or sponsoring; Manage constituent services; communicate with different state departments to solve their specific cases; Conduct research as necessary for the Assemblywoman prior to meetings, events, or for possible legislation; Travel to Trenton with the Assemblywoman for Voting Sessions and Committee Hearings, as well as attend other events with her and on her behalf; Compile and maintain topical research on relevant issues facing the state; Create, develop and design various letters, talking points, daily and monthly E-communication tools; Monitor, develop, and maintain social media outreach.
Policy Analyst/Committee Aide
ASSEMBLY REPUBLICAN OFFICE
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Conduct in-depth analysis on legislation appearing before the Higher Education, Regulated Professions, and Human Services Committee
- Research the history, the current law, and policy considerations as it applies to the given legislation in a timely manner
- Provide assistance to legislators during committee meetings and caucus, as well as constantly being a source of contact for them to provide research, talking points, voting numbers, ect
- Communicate with the Governor’s office, executive departments and agencies, interested parties, as well as listen and take note of the testimony given during the Committee Meetings.
Legislative Aide
ASSEMBLYMAN SCOTT T. RUMANA
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Brief the Assemblyman on legislation, schedule meetings, and develop talking points
- Handle any projects and massive mailings including his seasonal Newsletter
- Manage his very complex schedule
- Handle constituents’ concerns
- Attend Press Conferences, as well as Voting Sessions and Committee Meetings in Trenton.
Sales Representative
SUBARU 46
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Must research/study/keep up to date with all aspects of the Subaru Brand
- Developed excellent communication skills
- Responded to telephone, on-line, and in-person requests for information
- Resolved customer concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Political Science -
Drew University
Madison, New Jersey2013
Skills
- Intelligence gathering & knowledge sharing
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail oriented and organized
- Well versed in legislation, public policy and government
- Critical thinker and problem solver
- Driven, can-do attitude
- Microsoft Office
- Marketing/social media
Fundraising
BettyLou DeCroce for Assembly 2017 Campaign, 01/01/17, 04/01/17, Managed massive list of contacts and constant contact account, designed/produced invitations, responsible for organizing all data and donations from sponsors, as well as creating innovative ways to increase donations
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Communications Specialist
DISTRICT 24 LEGISLATIVE OFFICE
01.2019 - Current
Director of Legislative and Constituent Services
ASSEMBLYWOMAN BETTYLOU DECROCE
02.2018 - 01.2019
Policy Analyst/Committee Aide
ASSEMBLY REPUBLICAN OFFICE
01.2017 - 02.2018
Legislative Aide
ASSEMBLYMAN SCOTT T. RUMANA
04.2016 - 12.2016
Sales Representative
SUBARU 46
01.2016 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science in Political Science -
Drew University
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