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Renee Tyler

Renee Tyler

Summary

Professional with experience directing and developing complex projects, and meeting tight deadlines. Practical knowledge and experience gained in administrative management, workforce development, grant administration and reporting, program planning, process analysis, fleet acquisitions and procurement, green energy, research and policy analysis, government and community outreach, marketing and public relations. Skilled in strategic planning, budget management, and public policy implementation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results, adaptable to changing needs.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy City Manager

City of Webster Groves, MO
05.2024 - 04.2025
  • Primary focus was to lead the overall vitality and well-being of the community through the development and implementation of initiatives and fostering collaboration through strategic leadership of Public Works, Planning and Development, Sustainability, Safe Streets 4 All Grant, SEMA Flood Buyout Program and Webster Groves' business districts.
  • Led multifunctional, multi-disciplinary teams to implement initiatives impacting the community and the growth of the city; coordinates tasks and deliverables across multiple teams; aligns direction of projects/initiatives with overall strategic priorities; monitors and evaluates progress.
  • Served as the City staff liaison to the City’s Business Districts, and/or other Boards and Commissions as assigned.
  • Appointed and managed department heads to maintain smooth operations between different functional areas.
  • Researched issues, wrote reports and presented findings to city council.
  • Oversaw over 27 personnel working in multiple areas.
  • Championed sustainability initiatives aligned with the City's strategic plan's emphasis to support responsible environmental impact.

Senior Director, Metro Public Policy

Greater St. Louis Inc.
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Advanced GSL’s mission for the bi-state metro area by developing, analyzing, and championing pro-growth public policy initiatives, with a particular focus on the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County.
  • Monitor and analyze policy developments at the county and municipal level, including budget and fiscal issues in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County; metro infrastructure priorities; and economic development.
  • Developed strong relationships with key industry partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.

Director of Administration

City of Fulton, MO
04.2022 - 07.2023
  • City Administrator for a municipality of 12,700. Primary responsibilities were to provide oversight, direction and supervision for all city departments and agencies as outlined by Charter and law. Prepared and submitted annual operations budget. Submitted 3 year capital improvement budget to the Mayor and Council. Maintained fiscal responsibility for City operations and administration. Operations oversight included the city’s utilities (gas, electric, sewer, sanitation and water). City assets included a golf course, multisite recreation center and pool. Operational budget for 2023 $49,749,825. 8 direct reports.
  • Utilization and implementation of high performance government
  • Conducted an employee compensation study to establish measures for equitable pay
  • Branding and marketing strategies that increased positive imaging of the City
  • Improved citizen experience for communication and accessibility
  • Restructured employee benefits to provide better coverage with anticipated cost savings for the City of $300,000
  • Collaborated with the local college and university on an EV Charging $250,000 grant
  • Worked with Engineering and Utilities to establish apprentice programs with State Technical College of Missouri
  • Implemented succession training for all departments and staff
  • Spearheaded initiatives to improve employee morale and workplace culture through recognition programs and special events planning.

Director of Community Services

City of Eau Claire, WI
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Responsible for the administration and direction of the Community Services Department that is comprised of five divisions (Streets, Utilities, Parks, Transit and Recreation).
  • Established and upheld best practices for the operations and maintenance of city-wide public programs and infrastructure.
  • Reviewed and revised existing departmental policies and objectives to achieve effective utilization of department staff and facilities in meeting the needs of the community.
  • Administered the department budget through the preparation of the Community Service’s annual operational budget and 5 Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) plan.
  • Incorporated equitable and diverse practices using workforce development, job shadowing and department/community engagement.
  • Total department operating budget: $40,322,100.
  • Staff of 180 with 5 direct reports.

Transportation Services Director

City of Dubuque, IA
12.2016 - 09.2020
  • Planned, organized and managed the operations of the Transportation Services Department including parking, fixed route and paratransit bus service.
  • Established and monitored safety standards for transit and parking operations; construction oversight, bus fleet acquisitions and maintenance.
  • Determined departmental fiscal control and reporting functions of transit and parking activities.
  • Administered the budget for the department through the preparation of the department annual operational budget and 5 Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) planning.
  • Managed federal grant activities and maintained compliance with fixed assets, property accounting, ridership and route performance.
  • Department spokesperson for public relations, marketing programs and press engagement.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Managed a staff of 90 with 3 direct reports.
  • Parking operating budget: $7,500,000.
  • Transportation operating budget: $7,820,000.
  • Managed 8 parking ramps, 7 surface lots.
  • 12 fixed routes, 13 demand response shuttles.

Assistant Public Works Director

Public Works Department
12.2016 - 11.2018
  • Planned, supervised and inspected the work performed in street operations, sewer, traffic signals, street lighting, riverfront maintenance and snow, ice and flood control activities for 60,000 people within 31 square miles. Managed a staff of 40 with 10 direct reports. Total department budget $19,400,000.
  • Developed long-range goals and work plans for the Public Works Department.
  • Worked with the Director of Public Works to develop departmental operating and capital budget.
  • Led the development and implementation of improved employee training in safety.
  • Community liaison for Public Works.
  • Successful implementation of a registered Public Works apprenticeship that intentionally focused on the recruitment of women and minorities into Public Works.

Fleet Acquisition, Parts and Special Projects Manager

City of Little Rock Fleet Service Department, Little Rock, AR
12.2013 - 12.2016
  • Division Manager responsible for vehicle procurement, acquisitions, parts, APOs, RFPs and inventory control for all Fleet assets belonging to the City of Little Rock (1400 units). Managed a division budget of $5.6 million with a staff of 8.
  • Directed Fleet Services' special programs and projects, public relations and marketing initiatives.
  • Managed the City’s Fleet acquisitions, and replacement needs per deadline and within budget.
  • Analyzed, recommended, and implemented a system of performance measures; review policy, procedure and process as needed.
  • Fleet’s legislative and state government liaison.
  • Identified grant funding opportunities and cost reduction measures that will reduce the burden placed on the City’s monetary resources.

Fleet Acquisition Special Program Coordinator

City Of Little Rock
05.2013 - 12.2013
  • Developed and directed marketing initiatives and public relations campaigns for special programs and projects.
  • Implemented measures to save money and increase the efficiency of the acquisitions process.
  • Developed and implemented a more efficient structure for Fleet asset inventory.
  • Served as Fleet’s department, legislative and state government liaison.
  • Successfully led the COLR Fleet’s recognition in 100 Best and Leading Fleets.
  • Secured green grant funding for the purchase of Alternative Energy Vehicles (CNG).
  • Executed the public relations marketing plan for the opening of the COLRs CNG station in April 2014.

Chief of Staff to Jerry Green, Speaker Pro Tempore of the NJ Assembly

NJ Assembly Legislative District 22, Plainfield, NJ
10.2010 - 03.2012
  • Principal aide to the NJ Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore.
  • Assisted the Speaker Pro Tempore with identifying and addressing social injustice matters related to incarceration, health care and housing
  • Provided research and analysis of policy issues and necessary data for drafting legislation
  • Public relations representative (address legislative, administrative, public affairs issues and matters of importance in the 22nd District)
  • Worked with lobbyist and special interest groups to address legislative concerns
  • Assisted in developing the agenda for the Housing & Local Government Committee
  • Handled press inquiries, prepared press releases, statements and talking points
  • Prepared and/or contributed to the preparation of reports, briefings and presentations
  • Interacted with industry, government, and community officials and stakeholders in the representation and development of strategic program initiatives

Education

Master of Arts - Public Service

University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service
Little Rock
01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Social Welfare

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Skills

  • Contract Negotiation
  • Policy Development
  • Project Management
  • Government Relations
  • Work Force Development
  • Staff Leadership, Management & Training
  • Community engagement
  • Community relations
  • Partnership development
  • Budget preparation
  • Human resources management
  • Economic development
  • Organizational skills
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Operations management
  • Management team building

Awards

2021 Recipient American Public Works Association’s National Community Involvement Award, 2020 Recipient Public Service Award from the University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service

LEADERSHIP

  • American Public Works Association Government Affairs Committee 2020-2024
  • The Bus Coalition 2018-2022
  • American Public Transportation Association 2019-2020
  • American Public Works Association National Equity and Diversity Committee 2018-2020
  • Iowa Public Transportation Association 2018-2020
  • ICMA Southeast Asian Leadership Fellow 2018
  • American Public Works Association Emerging Leaders Academy 2018
  • NFBPA’s Executive Leadership Institute Program (ELi) Graduate 2016

MISCELLANEOUS

  • Keynote Speaker for Westminster College 2023 Commencement
  • Mid-Missouri Solid Waste Management District (MMSWMD) Board 2022 – 2023
  • International City County Manager Association (ICMA) / Missouri City County Manager Association (MCMA) 2022 - present
  • Missouri Municipal League (MML) Municipal Admin & Intergov Relations Committee 2022- 2023
  • APWA Reporter Publication April 2021 Buildings and Facilities Management: “The Rise of Phoenix Park”
  • 2019 PWX Women in Public Works Panelist
  • APWA Reporter Publication January 2019, “Transformative Leadership: Overcoming the challenge of welcoming diversity and inclusion in the workplace”

Timeline

Deputy City Manager

City of Webster Groves, MO
05.2024 - 04.2025

Senior Director, Metro Public Policy

Greater St. Louis Inc.
08.2023 - 05.2024

Director of Administration

City of Fulton, MO
04.2022 - 07.2023

Director of Community Services

City of Eau Claire, WI
09.2020 - 03.2022

Transportation Services Director

City of Dubuque, IA
12.2016 - 09.2020

Assistant Public Works Director

Public Works Department
12.2016 - 11.2018

Fleet Acquisition, Parts and Special Projects Manager

City of Little Rock Fleet Service Department, Little Rock, AR
12.2013 - 12.2016

Fleet Acquisition Special Program Coordinator

City Of Little Rock
05.2013 - 12.2013

Chief of Staff to Jerry Green, Speaker Pro Tempore of the NJ Assembly

NJ Assembly Legislative District 22, Plainfield, NJ
10.2010 - 03.2012

Master of Arts - Public Service

University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service

Bachelor of Arts - Social Welfare

University of Arkansas

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