Town Manager, Human Resources Director, Finance Director, economic de

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP • CITY MANAGER

Trusted and people-centric city manager and local government leader with deep expertise in economic development, public information strategy, and community development across various disciplines, including operations, finance, human resources, and compliance. Develop and lead high-performing teams, motivating, empowering, and engaging individuals to drive change. Formalize and document policies and procedures to create cross-functional visibility and succession plans. Forge valuable long-term partnerships with key community stakeholders, community members, and Native American tribal leaders. Facilitate continuous organizational and people growth.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Public Administration

Organizational Leadership

Capital Improvement Projects

Business Management & Sustainability

Strategic Direction

Continuous Improvement

Financial Management & Budgeting

Organizational Development & Growth

EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

TOWN OF PARKER / Parker, AZ 1999–2022

Town Manager (2006–2022)

Oversaw town management and daily operations for location with 3,500 residents as one of longest-tenured town managers in Arizona. Owned all financial management, human resources, public information, and government relations functions. Supervised team of 55 committed employees, serving as advocate to maintain highly motivated team. Acted as instrumental member of several committees and boards focused on health, general liability, and workers’ compensation insurance. Coordinated weekly meetings with departmental leaders (utilities, police, recreation, community health outreach) to facilitate collaboration, gather feedback, and engage employees to make every voice matter. Remained accountable and knowledgeable while engaging leaders to drive decision-making. Liaised with law enforcement regarding unclear jurisdiction matters involving town citizens and tribal members.

●Hired and managed social media representative to maximize positive media presence, highlighting town happenings and employee success to showcase expertise and growth.

●Facilitated quarterly meetings with town, county officials, and Native American tribal leaders to discuss challenges, projects, and happenings while improving relationships; resulted in letter of recommendation.

●Leveraged communication skills to interact with political figures, such as Senator John McCain and Senator John Kyle, to improve Parker’s presence and recognition.

●Increased public appreciation and recognition of employees to boost morale and engagement.

●Collaborated with town council to pass rule regarding storage units to increase real estate availability for housing; partnered with realtors to develop mutually beneficial options, leading to 10 new buildings with 4 housing units each.

Assistant Town Manager (2004–2006)

Took on additional function of developing Parker South community while still completing human resources and financial management tasks. Demonstrated passion for economic development and outgoing and approachable personality, inspiring team and council members to drive necessary changes to increase number of businesses and housing units within new community. Partnered with consultants to define impact fees.

●Showcased reliability and positive attitude while serving as key member of La Paz County Economic Development Council to change mindsets and promote growth; collaborated with teams to identify and initiate potential growth opportunities, including:

o Invested in property to sell to businesses, creating engineering plan for potential buyers.

oResulted in several new business launches, including Hampton Inn, Spanky’s RV and marine, O’Reilly’s Auto Parts, River Sports, and renovated gas station with drive-thru restaurant.

Financial Director, Human Resources Director, & Interim Manager (1999–2004)

Directed financial management function with emphasis on accountability and integrity. Leveraged budgeting skills to create annual forecasts and guidelines. Drafted reports, reviewed documentation for accuracy, and completed human resource activities, including personnel management and engagement. Controlled employment process from recruitment to new hire orientation.

●Initiated and launched Health Insurance Trust Group as one of founders, growing participating cities from 3 in 2002 to 19 in 2022.

●Served as interim manager in 2004, charged with advertising, interviewing, and hiring new town manager.

●Formalized several areas of human resources, including compliance, training, and change management.

●Transitioned to in-house payroll administration, increasing efficiency significantly; implemented and maintained system to execute payroll accounting, withholding, accounts receivable, and depositing.

●Maintained audit readiness, leading to passing scores each year; resolved few findings regarding job duty segregation and compliance quickly without issue.

Additional experience at Town of Parker:

Town Clerk: delivered administrative support to Town of Parker through minute taking, agenda management, documentation, and meeting attendance. Processed business licenses, special events permits, and liquor licenses. Updated various documents, including election materials, forms, and packets. Maintained 100% compliance with local and federal laws. Liaised with board members, commissions, and committees.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

California Polytechnic State University; Pomona, CA – Bachelor of Science / Business Management

Arizona State University; Tempe, AZ – Certified Public Manager – Management in Municipal Government

Arizona State University; Tempe, AZ – Arizona Certified Municipal Clerk

Arizona Association for Economic Development; Phoenix, AZ – Arizona Economic Development Professional

TRAINING & AFFILIATIONS

Leadership in Rural Arizona, Arizona Center for Rural Leadership in Tucson, AZ

Arizona Association for Economic Development

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