Ryan Gibbs
Ontario,CA
Summary
With a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, I bring a strong foundation in execution, stakeholder engagement, and administrative coordination. I have been entrusted with high-visibility responsibilities, including facilitating the selection process for the Department of Water and Power Ratepayer Advocate and supporting oversight functions for the Public Works Committee. These experiences have strengthened my ability to manage complex processes, analyze detailed information, and support accountable decision-making.
I am known for attention to detail, reliability, and operational excellence. I am also pursuing my private pilot license, reflecting discipline, continuous learning, and a strong interest in aviation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Assistant
City of Los Angeles
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (city departments, elected officials) to ensure alignment on legislative priorities and strategies
- Putting together Motions, Resolutions, and reports that reflect wishes of each Council District in The City of Los Angeles
- Provided administrative support during City of LA Budget season, ensuring timely completion and adherence to defined budgets or resource constraints.
- Monitored budget expenditures, assisting in financial tracking and reporting processes.
- Chosen to facilitate the appointment of the department of water and power rate payer advocate
Work Study Supervisor
Morehouse College National Alumni Association
01.2019 - 05.2023
- Drove product sales growth through targeted outbound calls and effective value communication to alumni.
- Trained and supervised new volunteers on office professionalism, communication standards, and organizational procedures
- Assisted in planning and executing alumni events and fundraising initiatives
- Supported daily operations while maintaining a results-driven, professional environment
Education Advocacy Intern
Camelback Ventures
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed a webpage on Notion that fellows from their fellowship program were able to utilize successfully to receive information and communicate
- Created surveys and used user-data to create an effective platform
- Completed a case competition that consisted of restructuring the Cleveland Public School System with a $1.5 million budget
- Collaborated with team members to develop advocacy materials for stakeholders and community partners.
- Successfully met Camelback Ventures deadline to finish fellowship materials in time for their 2022 cohort
Asset Manager Intern
Columbia Residential
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Conducted research on United States Department of Housing and Urban Development affordable housing laws, so this department could readily access laws they needed more knowledge on
- Developed and maintained asset management strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Analyzed financial performance reports to identify investment opportunities and risks
- Collaborated with Airbnb to create a system where Columbia Residential properties could not be listed on their site
Education
Private Pilot License Candidate - Aviation
Two Brothers Aviation INC
Chino, CA01-2027
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Morehouse College
Atlanta, Georgia05.2023
Skills
- Relationship building
- Administrative tasks
- Customer engagement
- Decision-making
- Written communication
- Client relationships
- Task prioritization
- Active listening
- Team building
Timeline
Management Assistant
City of Los Angeles
06.2023 - Current
Education Advocacy Intern
Camelback Ventures
06.2022 - 08.2022
Asset Manager Intern
Columbia Residential
06.2021 - 08.2021
Work Study Supervisor
Morehouse College National Alumni Association
01.2019 - 05.2023
Private Pilot License Candidate - Aviation
Two Brothers Aviation INC
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Morehouse College
AWARDS
Georgia hope scholarship recipient (2019-2023); Fulfilling Dream Scholarship recipient (2019-2023); Cum Laude (2019-2023); 1881 True Blue Scholarship Recipient (2020-2023); Morehouse College Dean’s List Roll (2021-2023) Eastlake Male Youth Outstanding service (2021-2022)
FLIGHT EXPERIENCE
- Total Time: 35 hours
- Total ground school Instruction: 50 hours
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- First Class Medical
- U.S. Passport