Tim W. Giles
Ventura,CA
Summary
Dedicated public service professional seeking a role that allows me to equip and inspire high-character students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in their careers. Passionate about mentoring future leaders who will excel in the business world while upholding integrity, purpose, and a commitment to representing their Creator. Proven ability to develop and implement development programs and relationships that foster ethical decision-making, strong work ethic, and leadership excellence.
I've led significant initiatives at the City of Thousand Oaks, enhancing city operations through strategic decision-making and robust public engagement strategies. My expertise in strategic HR administration and strong communication skills have fostered collaborative environments, achieving streamlined processes and talent development.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy City Manager
City of Thousand Oaks
10.2017 - Current
- Implemented talent development and succession planning program.
- Maintained the risk management program including claims administration, insurance procurement and loss prevention.
- Administered the Human Resources Department including developing COVID response, hybrid work environment and personnel management.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Researched issues, wrote reports and presented findings to city council.
City Attorney
City of Goleta
08.2008 - 01.2017
- Led a team of internal and contract attorneys in handling diverse legal issues efficiently, maintaining high-quality service standards.
- Delivered timely legal advice to city officials, departments, and boards for informed decision-making.
- Educated elected officials on statutory requirements to ensure compliance during legislative processes.
- Provided legal counsel to clients on diverse business, financial and civil matters.
- Enhanced city legal services by effectively managing litigation and transactional matters.
Assistant City Attorney
City of Thousand Oaks
05.1998 - 08.2008
- Conducted training sessions for city employees on relevant legal topics such as ethics, open meetings laws, harassment prevention.
- Provided sound legal advice to city officials on various matters such as personnel issues, contracts, land use, and finance.
- Advised elected officials during public meetings regarding parliamentary procedure rules to maintain orderliness and fairness.
- Conducted comprehensive legal research to support city initiatives and decision-making processes.
- Represented the city in court proceedings, upholding municipal interests and defending against claims or lawsuits.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
The Wichita State University
Wichita, KSJuris Doctor -
Pepperdine University - Caruso School of Law
Malibu, CASkills
- Workforce Skill Enhancement
- Strong Communication Skills
- Engaging Presentation Skills
- Relationship building
- Organizational Strategy
- Public administration
- Strategic Decision Making
- Public Engagement Strategies
- Strategic HR Administration
Affiliations
- Hutchinson Bell, lifetime member
- Hutchinson Bell of Southern California, officer
- Florida College Southern California Camp - Director
- Florida College Society
Certification
- Association of Talent Development - Development Coach
- California State Bar Association - Licensed Attorney
- Association of Workplace Investigators - Member
Timeline
Deputy City Manager
City of Thousand Oaks
10.2017 - Current
City Attorney
City of Goleta
08.2008 - 01.2017
Assistant City Attorney
City of Thousand Oaks
05.1998 - 08.2008
- Association of Talent Development - Development Coach
- California State Bar Association - Licensed Attorney
- Association of Workplace Investigators - Member
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management
The Wichita State University
Juris Doctor -
Pepperdine University - Caruso School of Law
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