JADE BROWN
Fort McMurray,AB
Summary
- A challenging new role whereby my leadership and extensive customer skills are utilized.
- Supervisory and Leadership
- Supervised staff with an emphasis on providing superior customer service.
- Assigned staff resources to ensure that all legislated requirements are consistently met.
- Coordinated hiring, discipline and management of employees as well as supervision to multiple staff members
- Trained and developed staff by transferring experience and knowledge through coaching, mentoring and formal training opportunities.
- Developed and implemented goals, objectives, measures and outcomes for staff and branch.
- Fostered a strong and collaborative team-oriented work environment.
- Continuously evaluated work completed by the Legislative Services Branch and made recommendations for future development and improvements.
- Managed administration and use of the electronic meeting management system.
- Managed the provision of departmental support in the Emergency Operations Centre as required.
- Legislative, Council Relations and Customer Services
- Provided excellent customer service skills in a fast-paced environment
- Maintained a calm demeanor under difficult circumstances.
- Drafted, edited and finalized Reports to Council, Council and Administrative Policies.
- Interpretation of Bylaws and legislation including the Municipal Government Act.
- Managed the Administrative Support functions.
- Maintained a professional interpersonal relationship with Elected Officials as well as Administration.
- Directed and advised internal/external stakeholders on legislative processes.
- Researched and analyzed reports on various issues and initiatives.
- Liaised with municipal legal counsel on sensitive and confidential matters.
- Planned and implemented corporate events including community engagements, ceremonies (Swearing In Ceremony for Council), recognition events and functions requiring the attendance and involvement of Elected Officials.
- Advised and guided municipal departments on the planning of corporate events involving Elected Officials.
- Managed the recruitment of volunteers for Council appointed Boards and Committees and acted as main Legislative Advisor for Council’s Selection Committee.
- Managed the recruitment and governance training for the Wood Buffalo Recovery Committee.
- Acted as the main Legislative Advisor/Procedural Advisor for the Wood Buffalo Recovery Committee.
- Legal Administration.
- Drafted and finalized Provincial Nominee Program Corporate documents.
- Prepared all supporting documents, letters and closing property and real estate transactions, including mortgages, deeds, etc…
- Completed and updating due diligence background checks for Corporation.
- Conferred with Partners and outside associates regarding PNP files, including Accountants, Intermediaries and Provincial Government Representatives.
- Transferred and disbursed funds to clients regarding PNP files Incorporated companies, prepared and finalized all supporting documents and minutes.
- Composed correspondence to clients on a daily basis.
- Created minute books and ordering corporate seals.
- Prepared asset purchase agreements and supporting documents.
- Drafted and finalized wills, health care directives/living wills, powers of attorney, etc…
- Opened and closed files on a daily basis
- Formatted and filed court documents with the Supreme Court
- Ability to research and utilize various legislations to rewrite Municipal Bylaws
- Diplomas, Certificates and Computer Proficiencies
- Face to Face Leadership as well as some of the Human Resource Management courses (Tool Kit, Aligning Goals for Success, Recruit the Best, etc…)
- Business Writing Course
- Internationally certified DRI – Business Continuity Practitioner (Emergency Management) as well as Basic Emergency Management, ICS 100 and ICS 200
- Assessment Review Board Clerk, Government of Alberta
- Commissioner for Oaths and Affidavits, Government of Alberta
- Certificate in Tribunal Administrative Justice
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of Westlaw Ecarswell, etc...
- Ability to format documents accurately and creatively
- Typing speeds of approximately 65-70 wpm
- Transcription skills
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Legislative Officer
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
07.2019 - Current
- Led a team of legislative professionals who are responsible for the provision of legislative and administrative support services for municipal council, council committees and legislated quasi-judicial tribunals.
- Accountable for the conducting municipal elections in accordance with legislation.
- Accountable for the overall success of the department including development strategic plans, goals, objectives that guarantee the department is functioning as an effective business partner.
- Accountable for the department budget.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with elected officials, and leaders internally and externally.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
- Maintained strict adherence to industry regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
Supervisor
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
09.2012 - Current
Legislative Officer
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
10.2008 - 09.2012
Administrative Assistant
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
08.2008 - 10.2008
Legal Assistant
Campbell Lea
06.2006 - 06.2008
Family Intake Officer/Legal Assistant
P.E.I. Legal Aid
07.2005 - 06.2006
Legal Support Staff
P.E.I. Legal Aid
06.2005 - 07.2005
Education
National Advanced Certificate In Local Government - Local Government Administration
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB05.2023
Certificate - Leadership
Queens University
06.2022
Legal Secretarial Services -
Holland College
Charlottetown, PE10.2005
High School Honors Diploma -
Lewisporte Collegiate
Lewisporte, NL06.2004
Skills
- Work Coordination
- Report Writing
- Innovation and Creativity
- Review and Interpretation of Legislation
Accomplishments
President, Alberta Municipal Clerks Association (2021-2023)
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Legislative Officer
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
07.2019 - Current
Supervisor
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
09.2012 - Current
Legislative Officer
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
10.2008 - 09.2012
Administrative Assistant
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
08.2008 - 10.2008
Legal Assistant
Campbell Lea
06.2006 - 06.2008
Family Intake Officer/Legal Assistant
P.E.I. Legal Aid
07.2005 - 06.2006
Legal Support Staff
P.E.I. Legal Aid
06.2005 - 07.2005
National Advanced Certificate In Local Government - Local Government Administration
University of Alberta
Certificate - Leadership
Queens University
Legal Secretarial Services -
Holland College
High School Honors Diploma -
Lewisporte Collegiate
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