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Leah Doyle
Napa,CA
Work Preference
Summary
Enthusiastic and detail-oriented government relations and public service professional with strong written and verbal communication skills, outstanding customer service, and proven organizational expertise. Experienced in intergovernmental relations, communications, publications, event planning, personnel management, policy analysis, and administrative coordination. Adept at building relationships across all levels of government and the public, with a talent for navigating high-pressure situations and resolving conflicts with poise. Quick to adapt to new programs, systems, and environments, with a strong command of interpersonal relations and data accuracy to support informed decision-making. Committed to public service and fostering meaningful community impact.
To apply my broad experience in public service, communications, event coordination, personnel management, and customer relations in a meaningful role that allows me to serve and strengthen my community.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
District Staff Aide
Napa County Board of Supervisors
Napa, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Represent the Supervisor at public meetings, events, and forums, reinforcing transparency and civic engagement
- Lead constituent services by responding to constituent inquiries, navigating complex County systems, and advocating on behalf of residents
- Support policy development through research, data analysis, and preparation of briefings and recommendations on key issues such as housing, public safety, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability
- Monitor regional issues/community concerns to keep the Supervisor informed and responsive to evolving needs
- Assist in managing communications and outreach strategies to ensure clear, consistent, and accessible information flow including the production of newsletters, talking points, formal letters and other correspondence under the Supervisor’s signature, ensuring tone, accuracy, and professionalism
- Foster public trust through proactive community engagement and collaboration with local stakeholders and partner agencies including coordination and facilitation of district events
- Support the member by managing complex calendars, coordinating high-level internal meetings, public engagements, and constituent appointments
- Lead creation of official recognitions, including drafting and coordinating Board commendations, proclamations, and certificates
Communications and Outreach Coordinator/Supervisor’s Representative
Alameda County Board of Supervisors, Office of District 1 Supervisor
Oakland, CA
01.2012 - 01.2020
- Perform advanced professional, technical and analytical duties related to supporting the Supervisor and furthering the vision and goals of Alameda County
- Production of targeted mailings (PSAs), quarterly e-newsletters, press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, Board memos, Board Commendations, Board Proclamations, Board Certificate Awards
- Manage web presence to include social media platforms and district website
- Facilitate regular constituent correspondence and case management
- Manage intern program
- Campaign work, coordinate volunteers and volunteer projects
- Represent the Supervisor at events and public appearances
- Speech writing and occasional delivery
- Team building/personnel management, training and development
- Serve as final editor for all formal written documents under the Supervisor’s signature
- Management of the demanding, ever-changing schedule of a busy elected official
- Serve as liaison between County Administrators office, County staff, general public, appointed boards and commissions, community organizations, outside governmental agencies, elected officials, and media
- Provide advice and counsel to the Supervisor and County staff regarding policy and problem solving
Recreation and Military Member Morale Special Event Coordinator
Marine Corps Community Services, SemperFit Program
Camp Courtney, Japan
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Produce and facilitate approximately 27 morale events annually
- Deliver pre and post event speeches, awards ceremony presentations, etc.
- Manage a budget for each event individually, budgets based on fixed annual funding allotted for the program
- Facilitate all supply, equipment and venue purchases and payments
- Maintain regular communication with military news media, patrons, military units, teams, coaches, officials' organizations and vendors
- Manage and organize event personnel
- Coordinate event publicity and advertisement, both pre and post event
- Perform regular administrative duties such as answering phones, greeting customers, facsimile and email correspondence, finding and maintaining documentation for the compilation of weekly/monthly reports and planning and monthly departmental meetings
Public Relations Intern/Staff
Congressional Office of U.S. House Representative Jack Kingston
Washington D.C./ Savannah, GA
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Participate in grass-roots congressional campaign in California’s 50th district
- Attend press events and oversee constituent correspondence both written and verbal
- Assist in the drafting of brochures and push cards
- Produce press releases, press advisories, and public service announcements
- Assist in the composition of targeted mailings; unsolicited letters written to constituents explaining the Congressman’s stance on specific legislation
- Initiate regular updates to the congressional website
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Arts and Public Relations
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA01.2007
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Professionalism and integrity
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Event coordination
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal skills
Timeline
District Staff Aide
Napa County Board of Supervisors
01.2020 - Current
Communications and Outreach Coordinator/Supervisor’s Representative
Alameda County Board of Supervisors, Office of District 1 Supervisor
01.2012 - 01.2020
Recreation and Military Member Morale Special Event Coordinator
Marine Corps Community Services, SemperFit Program
01.2008 - 01.2012
Public Relations Intern/Staff
Congressional Office of U.S. House Representative Jack Kingston
01.2006 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Science - Communication Arts and Public Relations
Georgia Southern University