Patricia Hanson
SACRAMENTO,CA
Summary
I have extensive experience in a professional office environment and am adept at complex administrative responsibilities involving confidential and sensitive information. I am a dedicated trainer and mentor responsible for preparing and delivering instructional activities to facilitate active learning experiences. I establish and communicate clear objectives and evaluate progress while instructing and monitoring employees in the use of legislative rules, processes and procedures. I have been recognized throughout my career for being creative and having excellent communication and organizational skills. I am self-motivated, dependable and goal-oriented.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant to the Secretary of the Senate
California State Senate
03.2020 - Current
- Provides committee staff a single point of contact in Senate Rules.
- Serving as a liaison providing comprehensive, ongoing support, coordinate trainings and professional development opportunities, creating and maintaining the Committee Handbook, and available to committees for ongoing training.
- Assists in training offered to elected legislative members.
- Institutes new employee training procedures to support work efficiency and individual success.
- Assists in technical issues and updating committee action codes and the Committee Services System.
- Provides leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired and veteran employees to strengthen knowledge of the legislative rules, process, and procedures.
Committee Secretary II
California State Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee
11.1998 - 03.2020
- Direct responsibility for the administrative functions of a standing committee in the California State Senate.
- Coordinate and maintain impeccable records for all committee hearings, office activities, travel and meetings with an extensive knowledge of the committee process and command of the rules of the legislature.
- Maintain open communication with Legislators, legislative staff, interest groups, various public agencies, and the general public.
- Extensive multi-tasking and problem solving in a highly energetic and often fast-paced environment.
Executive Secretary
California State Assembly, Assemblywoman Carole Migden
05.1997 - 11.1998
- Performed a full range of office duties in support of a high profile professional office and interacted with legislators, the Governor's office, lobbyist, media, and the public.
- Responsibilities included: triaging incoming telephone calls and correspondence; backup scheduler with understanding of priorities; prepared daily itinerary for elected Assembly Member; and travel arrangements for Assembly Member and staff.
Education
MigdenHeald Business College
Sacramento, CASkills
- Implement policies and procedures for staff training, creation of training documents, and ongoing support
- Scheduling and training a team of employees to monitor public teleconference protocols
- Scheduling committee meetings, preparing necessary documents, and assisting committee chairperson
- Understanding of the political and legislative process
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple responsibilities independently
- Calm in high-pressure situations with frequent interruptions
- Ability to work independently and as a cooperative team member
- Proofread documents for accuracy and content
- Mentoring employees to support work efficiency and successful, productive careers
References
Professional references available upon request
Affiliations
- Volunteer for the Pacific Flyway Decoy Association Wildlife Festival 501 C 3 non-profit educational organization.
- Past Girl Scout leader.
Timeline
Assistant to the Secretary of the Senate
California State Senate
03.2020 - Current
Committee Secretary II
California State Senate Natural Resources and Water Committee
11.1998 - 03.2020
Executive Secretary
California State Assembly, Assemblywoman Carole Migden
05.1997 - 11.1998
MigdenHeald Business College
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