HomeMy WebLinkAboutHammatt, Adam - ResumeAdam M. Hammatt
304 Merrill Dr
Elroy, WI 53929
(608) 462-4360 home
(608) 548-1016 cell
ahelroy@comantenna.com
Education:
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – Political Science, December 2004
Montana
State University – Bozeman, MT
Master of Public Administration (MPA) – May 2007
University of Montana – Missoula, MT
Juris Doctor (JD) – December 2007
University of Montana School of
Law – Missoula, MT
Advanced Certificate in Mediation and Negotiation – December 2007
University of Montana School of Law – Missoula, MT
Certified Public Manager (CPM) – December 2009
University
of Wisconsin – Madison, WI
Work Experience:
City of Elroy, WI January 2008 - Present
City Administrator
Administrate over all city functions and services.
General Manager of Elroy
Electric, Water and Wastewater Utilities.
Emergency Government Director.
Regional Municipal Court Commission Chairman.
Prepare and administrate over all city and utility budgets, handle
all city insurances, loans, grants, taxation, elections, ordinances, community development, and public affairs.
Research and make policy recommendations to city council.
Responsible
for all levels of human resources, including; union negotiations, hiring, firing, and discipline of employees.
Accomplishments
Initiated budget cuts and improved efficiency in all departments
resulting in significant savings, improved services, and a balanced budget for the first time in years. Programs accustomed to losing vast amounts of money are now more efficient.
Departments are now providing more services with less money. Overall, I achieved a 15% reduction in general fund expenditures.
Administrated over the worst flood in Elroy history,
worked with state and federal agencies on flood recovery efforts to reconstruct flood and storm damaged property.
Developed a facilities maintenance program to better care for and maintain
city property.
Established a better records retention and records recovery program.
Organized a highly successful summer recreation program for area youth.
Lobbied on behalf of local
interests at the Wisconsin State Legislature as a member of the League of Wisconsin Municipalities Lobbying Team.
Worked to lower debt and pay for projects with cash, resulting in less
overall debt and an improved financial outlook. Elroy will be debt free in 5 years and enjoys a much improved capital budget.
Developed a community improvement plan to improve the park
and overall city aesthetics.
Negotiated better contracts with outside service providers.
Organized highly successful 4th of July Celebrations.
Established relationships with school and
local civic groups to further city goals and objectives.
Currently working on a new web site, strategic planning, and building up financial reserves.
St. Patrick Hospital June 2005 – December 2007
Emergency Medical Technician/Safety Officer
- Ensured a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Conducted
investigations and reported on drug diversions, vandalism, theft, unauthorized access, hazardous materials and fire incidents.
- Responded to and assisted with hospital emergencies and
proactively worked to develop safety and security strategies.
Great Falls Fire Rescue December 1997 – November 2003
Firefighter/Paramedic
Fought fire to protect life and property,
drive and operate fire apparatus, provide medical care to the sick and injured, and teach EMS and fire safety classes.
Coordinated all EMS training as our Emergency Medical Services
Training Coordinator.
Designed and implemented all EMS training schedules.
Managed a 3-person engine company and coordinated all daily activity as needed.
Ray Hammatt Painting and Drywall June
1995 – November 2003
Project Manager/Foreman
Hired employees and sub-contractors, managed their work, and ensured efficient use of time and resources through project completion.
Communicated
effectively with customers and contractors to ensure desired outcome
Handled contracts, bids, and efficiently budgeted resources.
Volunteer Work:
Elroy Lion’s Club, Elroy Fair, 4th
of July Celebration, Elroy Apple Dumpling Days, Elroy Christmas Stroll, soccer coach, and various local service projects.
Honors and Awards:
Civic/Professional
Certificate of Valor
from the mayor and city commission of Great Falls, MT for the life-saving actions taken in the face of a life-threatening injury.
Certificate of Commendation from the mayor and city
commission of Great Falls, MT for the life-saving actions performed at a structure fire.
2004-2005 Goetz Award for the outstanding senior student in the political science department
at Montana State University.
Heroes of Today award from the American Red Cross for an act of bravery in the fire service.
Additional Certifications/Training
Advanced Certificate in
Mediation and Negotiation – December 2007
University of Montana School of Law – Missoula, MT
Certified Public Manager (CPM) – December 2009
University of Wisconsin – Madison, WI
IEMC
(Integrated Emergency Management Course): All Hazards Preparation and Response – October 2009
Emergency Management Institute – Emmitsburg, MD
IEMC: All Hazards Recovery and Mitigation
– October 2009
Emergency Management Institute – Emmitsburg, MD
Reference Page
Adam M. Hammatt
Barb DeLong – Alderperson – City of Elroy
216 Wisconsin St
Elroy, WI 53929
(608) 462-8670
William Jefferson – Attorney – City of Elroy
405 Franklin
Ave
Elroy, WI 53929
(608) 462-8271 Day
John Olson – Town Administrator – Town of Delavan, WI 5621 Town Hall Road Delavan, WI 53115 (262) 728-3471 Day
Abdoulie Jammeh (AJ) – Environmental
Manager – US Department of Veteran Affairs
Bay Pines VA Health Care System
PO Box 5005
Bay Pines, FL 33744
(727) 398-6661 ext. 4011 Day
(608) 217-0018 Cell
Ray Hammatt – President/Owner
– Ray Hammatt Painting & Drywall
2104 5th St NW
Great Falls, MT 59404
(406) 750-7913 Day/Evening
(406) 453-0704 Evening
Randy McCamley – Fire Chief – Great Falls Fire Rescue
109
9th St S
Great Falls, MT 59401
(406) 727-8070 Day
(406) 453-6425 Evening
Ron Bedwell – Safety Supervisor – St. Patrick Hospital
6751 Linda Vista Blvd Missoula, MT 59803-2769
(406)
251-3057