Roger T. Sockman
601 43rd Street, Charleston,WV
Summary
Versatile Executive Director focused on promoting mission and increasing effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of company's daily operations. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with management to develop work plans, financials and strategies. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Executive Director
WV 811 "Call Or Click Before You Dig"
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinates public relations, marketing, administration, public information training, auditing, and enforcement for WV811 “Call Before You Dig” regulations from statewide headquarters, spokesman at special events, creates promotion materials and MS PowerPoints for statewide distribution
- Supported and executive director in management of facility budgets and business practices
- Advocated for organization and company mission to raise awareness and support
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events
- Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes
Deputy Press Secretary
W V Attorney General’s Office
12.2021 - 11.2022
- November 2022 Coordinated and produced “Live Streaming” news conferences from state capital, Wrote, edited, and distributed weekly news releases to state and national news media, Agency Spokesman, produced and distributed weekly AG “Consumer Reports” to statewide radio and TV outlets
- Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
- Built and maintained positive relationships with public by utilizing strategic plans
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits
- Used various social media platforms for media and blogger outreach
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences
- Created and executed targeted PR campaigns to raise awareness of organization and initiatives
- Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information
- Facilitated press conferences and other outreach events to raise visibility of organization
- Wrote press releases and other materials utilizing SEO practices
Senior Program Specialist and Public Information Specialist
W V Department of Health and Human Resources
08.2020
- December 2021 Administered and coordinated WV Birth to Three benefits and develops new providers, provided public information, content, and data to stakeholders, partner agencies, and news media representatives
- Devised, implemented and monitored program plans and schedules
- Implemented strategies to increase program effectiveness
- Created standard operating procedures
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Public Information Specialist
FL Department of Corrections
10.2015
- May 2020 Received and responded to daily public records requests on a statewide and national scale for statewide agency, distributed public information to public and stakeholders
- Participated in special legal projects working with department staff attorneys and subject matter legal experts.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Certified Training Instructor and Public Information Specialist
Cisco
11.2014
- Certified Training Instrucutor for statewide agency on records management, records retention, and archiving issues for public agencies and citizens
- Increased annual number of full-day training seminars and computer-based Web-Ex and, webinars on a statewide level in Florida.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
01.2011
- Developed successful strategic marketing plans through writing, editing, and distributing news releases, talking points, and briefings for local state, national news media, stakeholders, partners and consumers
- Served as customer service representative concerning agency issues and topics related to Florida Lottery products, games, and Lottery winners
- Designated as warehouse coordinator for point-of-sale product distribution and storage, coordinated products for 30 Lottery district sales reps.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
09.2010
- Achieved targeted results for mass communication comprehensive plans through research, writing and editing messages, news releases, briefings and talking points for H1N1 pandemic issues and other public health-declared emergencies
- Highly successful in briefing senior management on emerging public health-related issues and prepared subject matter experts for news media interviews, conference calls, and news conferences with local, state, and national news media
- Recognized as a member of the "Team of the Quarter" from FL Department of Health.
Public Information Specialist
Florida Department of Health
09.2009
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility
05.2009
- Increased exposure by serving ten counties for the Southwest FL Regional Domestic Security Task Force (RDSTF-Region 6), serving as department news media spokesperson on a daily basis and during declared public health emergencies, hurricanes and disasters, natural and man-made
- Practiced Risk and Crisis communication principles for possible Avian Pandemic Flu event, Developed and conducted Training Instructor courses for Basic, Intermediate PIO, Media and Incident Command (ICS-NIMS).
Regional Public Information Officer
Florida Department of Health
06.2005
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
05.2005
- Added targeted exposure by serving as Lottery spokesperson for local, state and national news media outlets on a daily basis from statewide headquarters
- Achieved integrated mass communication plans by writing and editing audio/video scripts, and produced audio and video for news releases for electronic media, statewide TV, and national radio networks.
- Supported public relations managers with writing, researching and preparation of materials
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications
- Produced and distributed brochures, newsletters and press kits
- Developed and implemented social media strategy to increase engagement and reach new audiences
- Managed media relations for organizations to produce successful results
- Conducted media relations and responded to media requests for information
- Prepared or edited organizational publications such as employee newsletters or stockholder reports for internal or external audiences
- Coordinated media interviews with organization staff, board members and volunteers
- Drafted press releases detailing relevant newsworthy information and supporting brand image, and worked with news media to spread positions
- Wrote press releases and other materials utilizing SEO practices
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications and Journalism
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Huntington05.1984
Associate of Arts -
FEMA
Washington06.2006
NPHIC Communicators national -
NPHIC
Washington12.2008
Some College (No Degree) -
CERTIFIED TRAINING INSTRUCTOR
TallahasseeCDC Certification in Advanced Public Affairs -
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention
Atlanta2010
Completed DHS Advanced Unified Command/WMD/Incident Management Course, Completed ICS and NIMS courses from 100 to 800 -
FEMA
Washington2007
FEMA Anniston - Advanced Public Affairs
FEMA
Anniston2006
Skills
- Audit Rating
- Communications Strategies
- Leadership Development
- Business Administration
- Project Management
- Strategic planning
- Social media
- Media relations
- Program leadership
- Education
- Marketing
- Relationship building
- Grant writing
- Consulting
Affiliations
Summary: Highly experienced professional in public relations, media relations, public affairs, public records, training seminars, special event communications, public information, government relations,
Risk and Crisis Communications Expert, Certified Training Instructor, event marketing, special events coordinator, target marketing, and MS Office Suite.
Certification
- Certified Training Instructor
- Certified in Risk and Crisis Communication from CDC
- Certified in Advanced Public Affairs from FEMA
Timeline
Assistant Executive Director
WV 811 "Call Or Click Before You Dig"
01.2023 - Current
Deputy Press Secretary
W V Attorney General’s Office
12.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Program Specialist and Public Information Specialist
W V Department of Health and Human Resources
08.2020
Public Information Specialist
FL Department of Corrections
10.2015
Certified Training Instructor and Public Information Specialist
Cisco
11.2014
01.2011
09.2010
Public Information Specialist
Florida Department of Health
09.2009
05.2009
Regional Public Information Officer
Florida Department of Health
06.2005
05.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications and Journalism
MARSHALL UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts -
FEMA
NPHIC Communicators national -
NPHIC
Some College (No Degree) -
CERTIFIED TRAINING INSTRUCTOR
CDC Certification in Advanced Public Affairs -
Centers For Disease Control And Prevention
Completed DHS Advanced Unified Command/WMD/Incident Management Course, Completed ICS and NIMS courses from 100 to 800 -
FEMA
FEMA Anniston - Advanced Public Affairs
FEMA
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