Meredith O’Brien
Springfield,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented legal and policy professional with over 6 years of experience in drafting legal documents and conducting comprehensive research. Proven ability to manage case materials and coordinate hearings in high-pressure environments. Expertise in analyzing statutes, preparing official correspondence, and maintaining confidentiality. Strong organizational and writing skills, with experience collaborating with state agencies and legislative counsel.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
VP OF PUBLIC POLICY AND TRAINING
ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Springfield, IL
07.2023 - Current
- Draft and review formal documents including policy summaries, correspondence, program guidance, reports, and regulatory analyses for statewide behavioral health providers.
- Interpret state statues, regulatory language, and guidance to ensure accuracy and procedural compliance in member communications.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for agencies, assisting stakeholders with procedural questions related to Medicaid, licensing, and state programs.
- Coordinate committee meetings, prepare agendas, manage records, and document proceedings.
- Supervise training programs and staff support functions, including planning, scheduling, credentialing documentation, and cross department coordination.
- Provide administrative and operational support to executive leadership, including briefing materials, decision memoranda and project oversight.
Policy and Budget Analyst
ILLINOIS SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
Springfield, IL
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Conducted research and analysis on statues, rules, appropriations and policy proposals to inform legislative actions.
- Draft and prepare legislative language, general correspondence, and reports for 50+ caucus members to review.
- Served as procedural resource to committee chairs, ensuring compliance with hearing rules and protocols.
- Prepared detailed reports reviewing state programs, budget implications, and statutory effects to support decision making.
- Managed and reviewed confidential legislative information and coordinated communications among attorneys, advocates, and government officials.
Administrative Assistant
ILLINOIS SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
Springfield, IL
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Maintained executive schedules, confidential records, and correspondence for senior policy leadership.
- Prepared, proofread, and formatted correspondence for committee hearings and budget briefings.
- Tracked legislative activity and maintained organized documentation systems for internal use.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY
Lebanon, IL05.2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Professional writing and editing
- Document review and proofreading
- Legislative analysis
- Public sector ethics
- Committee coordination
Timeline
VP OF PUBLIC POLICY AND TRAINING
ILLINOIS ASSOCIATION FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
07.2023 - Current
Policy and Budget Analyst
ILLINOIS SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
08.2019 - 07.2023
Administrative Assistant
ILLINOIS SENATE DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS
02.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies
MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY