Legislative & Compliance Support Assistant

Yovanna Contreras

Austin, Texas 512-***-**** **************@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/yovanna-contreras26

Summary: Bilingual (Spanish/English) Master of Public Administration graduate with experience in legal and legislative support, records and document management, compliance-based procedures, and stakeholder coordination. Skilled in legal and policy research, Microsoft Excel tracking, and clear writing. Trusted to handle confidential records accurately and with discretion in fast-paced government and university settings.

Skills: Legal & Policy Research Document & Records Management Compliance & Confidentiality Microsoft Excel (Tracking & Reporting) Bill Analysis Support Stakeholder Communication Scheduling & Event Coordination Interagency Coordination Fluent Bilingual: Spanish & English

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Legislative Assistant, Texas House of Representatives Jan 2026 – May 2026

•Researched, collected, and analyzed data to support legislative decisions and bill analysis

•Built and maintained Microsoft Excel trackers for records, potential bill ideas, and stakeholder information

•Managed paperwork and filing systems, keeping records organized, accurate, and easy to retrieve

Graduate Assistant, Texas State University Testing Center Jan 2025 – Jul 2026

•Administered and monitored standardized and accommodated exams in compliance with university and federal protocols, protecting accuracy and confidentiality

•Maintained detailed records, reports, and documentation; resolved scheduling and compliance issues with students, faculty, and staff

•Followed policies and procedures consistently in a high-responsibility setting that required attention to detail

Emergency Management Department Intern, City of Hutto Jun 2024 – Jul 2024

•Managed a project to improve communication between the city and external organizations, strengthening collaboration across public safety entities

•Helped plan and carry out safety operations for the annual Fourth of July event, supporting compliance with local and state safety protocols

•Coordinated with the Hutto Police and Fire Departments during emergency operations

LEADERSHIP & CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

Secretary, Supporting Women in Political Science, Texas State University Sept 2022 – Dec 2024

•Drafted meeting notes, maintained member records, and managed communications for executive leadership

•Led recruitment and retention efforts that grew the organization by 50%

•Coordinated outreach to donors and patrons to support organizational funding

Volunteer Voter Registrar, Texas State University Sept 2024 – Sept 2025

•Registered eligible voters at a large campus event and explained registration requirements, deadlines, and procedures to first-time voters

•Answered voter questions accurately and professionally

EDUCATION

Texas State University, San Marcos, TX Aug 2026

Master of Public Administration. Capstone: analyzed an organization's challenges and delivered three recommendations to strengthen role clarity, staff support, and operations

Bachelor of Political Science Dec 2024

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