Skills
ICMA-CM
About
I have over 20 years of experience as a local government professional manager, over 38 years of experience in government, 4 years of experience as a part-time college instructor, and my education consists of a master's degree in public/policy administration (MPPA), bachelor’s in business/accounting, and an ICMA Credentialed Manager (ICMA-CM). I have been acknowledged as an innovative leader with demonstrated ability to improve government finances, be innovative, establish new programs, passage of four voter referendums, support Main Street America in three states, collaborate with others to improve a community, and provide leadership and vision to governing bodies and staff. I am a formidable candidate for this opportunity with these accomplishments, experience, and skills.
I recently served as the City Administrator for the City of Oak Harbor, Washington with a population of 24,940 and a full-service city. I am a well-rounded seasoned professional local government leader with extensive experience in local, state and the federal levels of government. Current accomplishments include leadership through the pandemic, handling extensive and sensitive Public Works Department personnel issues, lobbying and securing grant funding, creation of a Parks & Recreation Department, pursuing economic development grants, redevelopment, and closure of a $117 million capital project.
I offer this leadership, experience, education, and conceptual and problem-solving skills along with my dedication as a professional through personal expertise and my motivation for imparting such knowledge to others. I have a proven ability to plan, coordinate and lead in the area of public & fiscal policy. My full range of experience and proven skills will assist in providing excellent leadership to the full range of administrative/executive functions and in dealing with issues facing your organization.
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