Vanessa Flores
Dallas
Summary
Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant City Manager Internship (Full-Time)
City of Garland
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with municipal work under the guidance of the City Manager's office, gaining hands-on experience in city governance and administration
- Collaborated with City Council members on various projects and initiatives, contributing to the policymaking process and understanding local government dynamics
- Develop and curate a comprehensive resource library to facilitate efficient access to information for city officials and residents alike
- Engaged directly with Garland residents through phone communication, scheduling meetings, and community outreach efforts, fostering positive relationships and gathering valuable insights into local needs and concerns.
Luxury Event Specialist
Axcess
03.2023 - 06.2024
- Led onsite execution of events, overseeing setup, breakdown, troubleshooting any issues as they arose while maintaining composure under pressure for a professional outcome every time.
- Elevated guest satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally during events.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sponsors and partners, fostering long-term support for events.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
Disaster Action Team
Red Cross
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Prioritized time-sensitive cases, ensuring urgent needs were addressed swiftly without sacrificing quality or accuracy in reporting procedures.
- Streamlined incident documentation procedures using digital tools for faster report submission times and reduced administrative burden on staff members.
- Improved community readiness by conducting thorough disaster housing inspections and providing accurate reports.
- Exercised sound judgement when encountering complex scenarios requiring critical thinking skills beyond standard protocol guidance.
- Worked closely with local government agencies to ensure understanding of community-specific needs during disaster response efforts.
Education
Masters of Public Affairs and Administration -
The University of Texas At Dallas
05.2025
Bachelor of Science, Criminology -
The University of Texas At Dallas
05.2020
Skills
- Public Administration
- Organizational Leadership
- Intergovernmental Relations
- Policy Development
- Research Skills
- Community Engagement
- Project Coordination
- Public Relations
Core Competencies
Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Event Planning and Coordination, Community Outreach, Policy Development, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Time-Management.
Internships and Leadership Roles
- Student Ambassador Internship Program, City of Garland, Garland, USA - 06/2024
- Homeless Advocate, OurCalling, Dallas, USA - 03/2024
Timeline
Assistant City Manager Internship (Full-Time)
City of Garland
06.2024 - Current
Luxury Event Specialist
Axcess
03.2023 - 06.2024
Disaster Action Team
Red Cross
03.2023 - 03.2024
Masters of Public Affairs and Administration -
The University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Science, Criminology -
The University of Texas At Dallas
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