Accomplished and strategic leader with more than a decade of management experience, seeking to leverage extensive background in County government. Adept at creative problem-solving, strategic planning, fiscal analysis, cross-department collaboration and leading teams to exceed departmental goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant County Executive Officer
County of Calaveras
02.2022 - Current
Provide direct oversight to internal departments (IT, HR, Purchasing, Budget, OES, Economic Development, and Facilities, etc.)
Support CEO in providing direction to all other departments
Exercises considerable responsibility in the development and administration of the County budget
Consults with department heads in the development of budget requests, preparation of final expenditure recommendations, and presentation of the budget to the Board of Supervisors
Prepares and presents reports regarding budget requirements and needs of County government
Assists with supervision of Administrative Office staff and provides substantial input for performance evaluations
Develops negotiation strategies and conducts fiscal analyses for employee labor negotiations
Performs a variety of special studies and projects, as delegated
Develops recommendations and reports on the operations and efficiency of County government
Attends Board meetings, providing recommendations on agenda items
Meets with County department heads, answering questions and providing guidance and assistance, as delegated
Assists with reviews of the county organizational plan, developing recommendations regarding the transfer, reassignment, addition, deletion, and consolidation of County functions
Coordinates the preparation, execution, and management of assigned County contracts and leases
Responds to citizen requests and complaints
Represents Board policies and County programs and services with County staff, the public, community organizations, and other government agencies
Monitors changes in laws, regulations, and technology that may affect County operations; analyzes proposed legislation for local impact; prepares legislative proposals for consideration by the Board, and acts as a legislative advocate for the County as required
In the absence of the County Executive Officer, assumes the responsibility of the County Executive Officer, as needed
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance collaboration and drive overall success.
Assistant Director
County of Calaveras-Health and Human Services
08.2021 - 02.2022
Assists the Director of Health and Human Services in managing and directing the Department
Assists in planning, organizing and directing activities and operations of the department; confers with the Director regarding policies and operating processes; reviews, evaluates and recommends changes in policies, programs and operations; mentors and coaches subordinates to implement the direction of the Director; identifies emerging issues, assesses alternative strategies and action plans, and solves problems
Assists Director with coordinating and integrating program components into a cohesive and effective service delivery system
Develops and implements work plans and performance measures; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures
Assists in developing the department goals and objectives; elicits input and engagement from internal and external stakeholders
Reviews and analyzes legislation, case law and other regulations which may impact the Agency; assists in preparing policies and procedures consistent with new laws; communicates changes to staff
Assists in managing and participates in the development and administration of the Agency’s budget; directs the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment and supplies; directs the monitoring of and assists the Director in approving expenditures; directs the preparation and implementation of budgetary adjustments; and plans and develops cost estimates for new or revised program elements
Develop emergency response action plans as needed by the Agency and community
Selects, trains, provides staff coaching and development and directs assigned agency personnel; evaluates and reviews work for acceptability and conformance with department standards, including program and project priorities and performance evaluations; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to build competencies; responds to staff questions and concerns
Builds and maintains cooperative and collaborative working relationships with state and county departments, advisory boards and advocacy groups on all aspects of Health and Human Services and community outreach; identifies and assesses community, constituent, policy and operational issues and problems; develops, evaluates and recommends alternative strategies and solutions; and assists in implementing strategies, operational plans and programs
Analyzes office efficiency and effective use of personnel; prepares and implements alternative methods of assessment with analysis of cost savings and/or revenue generation
Conducts and/or attends various public meetings to represent the interests of the department; explains and interprets policies, procedures and regulations on complex public assistance programs to County officials, boards, community groups and other organizations
Researches and prepares technical and administrative reports; prepares written correspondence
Serves as the Acting Director in Director's absence.
Fiscal Administrator/Business Administrator
County of Calaveras-Health and Human Services
03.2015 - 08.2021
Responsible for 50+ million dollar operating budget
Worked with support staff and program staff to help develop programs
Responsible for overall personnel in a Health and Human Services Agency
Assisted in policy and procedure implementation
Responsible for overall finances of the Health and Human Services Programs
Worked in a multi-department agency, including Public Health, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Veterans, Public Authority, and Human Services
Responsible for reviewing policies and regulations regarding fiscal operations
Responsible for presenting to management fund balances and revenue and expenditure projections
Work directly with other employees to ensure all finances are in order
Responsible for various clerical, accounting, and auditing records
Responsible for the timely payment of invoices
Process accounts payables and accounts receivables
Provide the State with required documents in a timely fashion
Adjust, reconcile, and balance accounting and other fiscal documents
Track fund balances and a variety of budgetary line items.
Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
Administrative Manager
Lowe’s Home Centers
03.2013 - 03.2015
Manage day to day operations and financials of a 35 million dollar business
Responsible for various clerical, accounting, and auditing functions
Verify departments are running per policy and procedure to maximize profit
Process accounts payables and accounts receivables documents
Responsible for conducting new hire orientations
Investigate all personnel complaints
Responsible for conducting interviews of possible new hire candidates
Directly responsible for managing and evaluating 60 employees.
Assistant Store Manager-Commercial Sales
Lowe’s Home Centers
03.2012 - 03.2013
Manage day to day operations and built relationships with Customers
Responsible for various clerical and administrative duties
Read and implement policies and procedures
Process accounts payables and accounts receivables documents
In charge of tracking and maintaining customer accounts
Conducted interviews for possible new hires
Responsible for processing payroll
Directly responsible for managing and evaluating 18 employees.
Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
Safety and Policy Manager
Lowe’s Home Centers
11.2010 - 03.2012
Responsible for conducting safety orientation with all new hires
Responsible for completing required administrative documents and reporting findings to senior management
Trained employees on policies and procedures regarding Safety
Monitored and review fund balances
Oversaw budgetary allocations related to specific policy initiatives, optimizing resource utilization while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Responsible for presenting PowerPoint presentations to management regarding trends
Responsible for creating Excel spreadsheets to track fiscal trends.
Education
Bachelors in Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates in Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Las Positas Community College
Skills
Financial Leadership
Organizational Leadership
Operating Budgets
Staff Management
Financial Oversight
Team Leadership
Staff Development
Budget Development
Professional References
Lora Larson
Director of Stockton's Office of Violence Prevention
City of Stockton
(209) 937-5614
Lora.Larson@stocktonca.gov
Kristin Stranger
Chief Deputy Director
Office of Operations at Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services
(818) 701-8200
KristinStranger@dpss.lacounty.gov
Teresa Hitchcock
County Executive Officer
County of Calaveras
(209) 754-6025
THitchcock@calaverascounty.gov
Timeline
Assistant County Executive Officer
County of Calaveras
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Director
County of Calaveras-Health and Human Services
08.2021 - 02.2022
Fiscal Administrator/Business Administrator
County of Calaveras-Health and Human Services
03.2015 - 08.2021
Administrative Manager
Lowe’s Home Centers
03.2013 - 03.2015
Assistant Store Manager-Commercial Sales
Lowe’s Home Centers
03.2012 - 03.2013
Safety and Policy Manager
Lowe’s Home Centers
11.2010 - 03.2012
Bachelors in Arts - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates in Arts - Liberal Arts and Sciences
Las Positas Community College
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