Leslie Hicks
Pierre,SD
Summary
Knowledgeable and hardworking professional with extensive experience in customer service, multitasking, planning and organizing, excelling in executive support. Skilled in event coordination and maintaining confidentiality, ensuring effective communication and compliance within government administration. Demonstrates a positive attitude and readiness to adapt to different situations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Constituent Services
South Dakota Governor's Office
Pierre, South Dakota
01.2025 - Current
- Lead communications and outreach with South Dakota residents on behalf of the Governor's Office.
- Manage appointments to state boards and commissions, ensuring compliance and diversity in representation.
- Supervise constituent services team; hold weekly meetings to ensure needs are being met throughout the office.
Director of Scheduling / Executive Assistant
South Dakota Governor's Office
Pierre , South Dakota
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed the Governor's calendar, events, logistical planning for public appearances, and meetings.
- Provided executive-level support, including memo preparation, travel coordination, and confidential communications.
- Acted as a liaison between the Governor's Office and external stakeholders.
Judicial Assistant / Official Court Reporter
District Court for the District of South Dakota
Pierre, South Dakota
11.2009 - 08.2022
- Supported the Chief Judge of the District of South Dakota by managing case files, scheduling hearings, and drafting legal correspondence.
- Transcribed and maintained court records with strict attention to accuracy and confidentiality.
- Coordinated courtroom procedures and communicated with attorneys and court personnel.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Court Reporting
Denver Academy of Court Reporting
Denver, CO08-1995
Skills
- Constituent relations
- Executive support and scheduling
- Confidential communication
- Public outreach
- Time management and multitasking
- Government administration
- Event coordination
- Diversity compliance
Timeline
Director of Constituent Services
South Dakota Governor's Office
01.2025 - Current
Director of Scheduling / Executive Assistant
South Dakota Governor's Office
08.2022 - 01.2025
Judicial Assistant / Official Court Reporter
District Court for the District of South Dakota
11.2009 - 08.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Court Reporting
Denver Academy of Court Reporting
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