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Miranda Lambert

Macomb,IL

Summary

Economic and Community Development professional with 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, program management, workforce development and community outreach. Skilled in budgeting, compliance, and policy development with a strong record of facilitating collaboration, resource allocation, and community resilience.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Development Director

City of Macomb
05.2024 - Current
  • Lead business recruitment, retention, and redevelopment initiatives, coordinating with City departments, regional agencies, and private stakeholders.
  • Administer and monitor the City’s TIF and BDD districts, including oversight of development agreements, preparation of annual reports, and compliance with state reporting requirements.
  • Prepare reports, memos, and presentations for City Council, boards, and commissions; represent the City at public hearings, forums, and regional planning events.
  • Enhanced building permit process efficiency, resulting in a 20% increase, through policy improvements and contractor outreach.

Transit Director

City of Macomb
05.2021 - 04.2024
  • Directed day-to-day operations of the City’s public transit system, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
  • Increased public transportation ridership by 102% through targeted outreach, service improvements, and community engagement initiatives from 2021 to 2024.
  • Oversaw budget preparation, financial controls, and grant management for over $3 million in operating and capital funds.
  • Coordinated with stakeholders, including IDOT, regional planning organizations, and local officials to support transit and mobility planning.

Program Manager

Genesis Garden
05.2020 - 07.2021
  • Designed and implemented programs aligned with organizational goals, including community food access initiatives that reached over 400 households within McDonough County.
  • Managed and monitored annual program budget, ensuring compliance with Board directives and funding requirements.
  • Built partnerships with 6 neighboring food pantries to expand organizational impact.
  • Led cross-functional teams to enhance program efficiency and ensure timely project delivery.

Peace Corps Fellow

City of Macomb
08.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted with the development of application provisions and policy updates to improve regulatory processes.
  • Facilitated a Vision, Mission, and Goals workshop to guide strategic planning for the Office of Community Development.
  • Coordinated community engagement efforts, including volunteer recruitment, recognition, and program implementation
  • Created targeted marketing materials to promote city initiatives, enhancing community engagement and participation.

Individual & Organizational Development Volunteer

Peace Corps
04.2017 - 07.2019
  • Developed and implemented workforce development and business training programs for small enterprises.
  • Created partnerships with local and international NGOs to expand funding and project access.
  • Established a computer training center, increasing community digital literacy for youth and adults.
  • Implemented monitoring systems to evaluate program impact and ensure continuous improvement.

Education

Master of Arts - Community and Economic Development

Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
07.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Cultural and Deviant Studies

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
06.2011

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY
05.2009

Skills

  • Strategic Planning & Policy Implementation
  • Business Recruitment & Retention
  • Redevelopment & Incentive Programs (TIF/BDD)
  • Housing Rehabilitation Program Administration
  • Community Engagement & Outreach Campaigns
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Development
  • Budget Preparation & Monitoring
  • Staff Supervision, Training, and Evaluation

Certification

  • Professional Community and Economic Developer (PCED)
  • Financial Management for Transit Agencies
  • CTAA Leadership Academy
  • Rural National Transit Database Reporting

Timeline

Community Development Director

City of Macomb
05.2024 - Current

Transit Director

City of Macomb
05.2021 - 04.2024

Program Manager

Genesis Garden
05.2020 - 07.2021

Peace Corps Fellow

City of Macomb
08.2019 - 05.2020

Individual & Organizational Development Volunteer

Peace Corps
04.2017 - 07.2019

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

Dutchess Community College

Master of Arts - Community and Economic Development

Western Illinois University

Bachelor of Arts - Cultural and Deviant Studies

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

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