PATRICIA A. HOLLABAUGH
Folsom,PA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented municipal executive with over 14 years of leadership experience in local government administration. Expertise in managing borough operations, overseeing budgeting processes, and executing infrastructure projects while enhancing community relations. Skilled in fostering collaboration among elected officials, staff, and residents to achieve strategic objectives and improve overall quality of life. Committed to driving sustainable growth and innovation within the community through effective governance and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Borough Manager
Ridley Park
Ridley Park, Pennsylvania
09.2024 - Current
- Direct daily operations of the borough, including public works, code enforcement, and administrative services.
- Executed comprehensive budget strategies for annual budgets exceeding $9 million, ensuring strict adherence to fiscal responsibility and transparency standards.
- Oversees capital improvement projects, including road maintenance, stormwater systems, and facility upgrades.
- Engaged with council members to drive the implementation of policies and strategic initiatives.
- Secured grant funding for infrastructure and community development programs.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with company policies.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and operational knowledge.
Chief Deputy
Delaware County Office of the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court
Media, Pennsylvania
08.2020 - 09.2024
- Monitored and controlled office budget of $1,000,000, optimizing expenditures by and maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to optimize workflow in the office.
- Prepared and participates in ROW Yearly Budget meetings with Executive Director.
- Directed oversight of row operating account to ensure financial integrity and compliance.
- Oversaw handling of Inheritance Tax payments of nearly $14,000,000.
- Facilitated probate processes, ensuring compliance with legal standards and timelines.
- Prepared and maintained staff payroll, sick and vacation time to submit to Controller’s office.
- Prepared Personnel Action Forms, Employment Requisitions and Employee Disciplinary Actions.
- Participated in various meetings with other Department Heads within Delaware County.
First Deputy
Delaware County Office of the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court
Media, Pennsylvania
12.2012 - 08.2020
- Supervise the daily operations of fifteen employees handling over four thousand estates per year.
- Probate wills and appoint fiduciaries to administer decedents' estates.
- File and process petitions for adoption, termination of parental rights and adjudication of incapacity.
- Act as an agent for Inheritance Taxes due to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Interview engaged couples applying for their marriage license, along with giving them the Oath and issue marriage licenses.
Township Commissioner, Ward 9
Ridley Township
Ridley Township, Pennsylvania
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Served as Chairman of the Finance Committee, Vice-Chairman of the Library Committee, and a member of the Recycling and Highway Sanitation Committees.
Government Relations Administrative Assistant
Delaware County Executive Committee
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
09.1990 - 12.2013
- Provided secretarial and administrative support to the Chairman and Vice-Chairman.
- Assisted in oversight of the political organization of all forty-nine municipalities.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems, including budgets, supplies, and meeting information.
- Assisted and maintained relationships with political and local civic leaders.
- Reviewed, sorted, and prioritized incoming mail, email, and responded as appropriate.
Education
High School -
Archbishop Prendergast High School
01-1985
Skills
- Municipal Budgeting & Finance
- Strategic Planning & Policy Development
- Public Works & Infrastructure Oversight
- Grant administration proficiency
- Personnel Management & Labor Relations
- Emergency Management Coordination
- Public relations strategy
- Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Customer service
- Time management
- Staff training and development
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
Affiliations
- Member of PA Boroughs Association
- Member of Continuity of Government (COG)
- Delaware County Chamber Government Affairs Committee
- Member of Delaware County Estate Planning
- Delaware County Vacancy Committee
- Member of PA Register of Wills Association
Timeline
Borough Manager
Ridley Park
09.2024 - Current
Chief Deputy
Delaware County Office of the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court
08.2020 - 09.2024
First Deputy
Delaware County Office of the Register of Wills and Clerk of Orphans’ Court
12.2012 - 08.2020
Township Commissioner, Ward 9
Ridley Township
01.2012 - 01.2019
Government Relations Administrative Assistant
Delaware County Executive Committee
09.1990 - 12.2013
High School -
Archbishop Prendergast High School