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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSmith, Laurie - Management resumeLaurie Anne Smith 125 Baxter Avenue, Auburn, ME 04210 Home Phone 207-786-6513 Cell Phone 207-576-5378 smithlaurie@roadrunner.com PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Local government manager with extensive experience in economic development, community visioning, strategic planning, human resources and employee development, budgeting, and financial systems, communication, research and analysis on policy issues, public and media relations, and facilities development.  Over 20 years experience as a leader in local government.  Ability to direct complex projects from concept to fully operational status.  Goal-oriented individual with strong leadership capabilities.  Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver.  Proven ability to work in unison with staff, community, and council. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE City of Auburn, Auburn, ME Assistant City Manager (2005 – Present) Interim City Manager (2007-2008) Interim Finance Director (2004 – 2005) 2004 – Present Responsibilities:  Ensure the overall administration and effective operations of the City  Implement strategic plans and policies of the elected board  Develop a $64 million annual budget, track monthly financial reports and oversee the annual audit  Responsible for the welfare, actions and productivity of 235 employees  Meet and present to media, public, state and federal governmental agencies, and outside organizations Achievements:  Managed the construction and transition to an $8 million City Center which joined municipal and school administrative offices  Managed the establishment of a public-private partnership to redevelop the Mall retail district including a new tax increment financing district  Developed a new Industrial park in partnership with the Auburn Business Development Corporation  Developed the City’s annual Capital Improvement/facilities Management Plan  Managed the Downtown Development plan which included 2 hotels, office complex, and transit station through a public/private partnership  Member of the LA Joint Services Commission which identified services/programs that can be delivered jointly with Lewiston  Managed the establishment of, and participated in, the Comprehensive Planning Committee, the Downtown Master Planning Committee and the Great Falls Arts Center Feasibility Study and Implementation Committee  Conveyed school buildings to Auburn Housing Authority and Tedford Housing for the development of affordable community housing  Managed the establishment of the Lewiston-Auburn Public Health Committee to coordinate a united response to public health issues within the two cities.  Undertook a $5 million expansion to the joint Auburn-Lewiston Airport.  Facilitated the Center Street Traffic Study project  Laurie Smith • 207‐786‐6513• smithlaurie@roadrunner.com Page 2   Partnered with other regional entities to develop a recreational trail system throughout five communities  Achieved financial goals and met fund balance goal within four years by creating a financial management plan and responsible budgets  Established first Audit Committee and coordinated the Audit process  Instituted software and technology training for all employees to increase skill levels  Lead the conversion of city financial software programs  Strengthened the core senior management team through strategic planning and leadership training  Created stability in rising human resource costs while developing solid employee relationships  Initiated employee Health Promotion Program to reduce costs of Health Insurance  Developed public communication tools including newsletters, websites, and marketing material City of Auburn, Auburn, ME Community Relations Manager 1999 – 2004 Responsibilities:  Directed downtown marketing and revitalization efforts  Assisted City Manager in preparation for public events, budget development and council  communications  Chaired the Community Relations Team  Managed special projects  Resolved citizen issues and complaints  Act as liaison with media, public, governmental agencies, and sister organizations  Achievements:  Created and populated a new city website  Originated community and business marketing and informational material  Directed the implementation of the new enhanced 911 addressing system  Produced the first Winter Festival and revitalized annual downtown development and events Achievements  Created and populated a new city website  Originated community and business marketing and informational material  Directed the implementation of the new enhanced 911 addressing system  Produced the first Winter Festival and revitalized annual downtown development and events Town of Boothbay Harbor, Boothbay Harbor, ME Town Manager 1994 – 1999 Responsibilities:  As Chief Executive Officer responsible for daily operations of town and water district  Developed and administered a $4 million annual budget  Implemented the policies and goals of the five member board of selectmen and three member board of Water District Trustees  Created public information documents regarding projects, operations, and programs Achievements:  Obtained over $600,000 in state and federal grants to replace failing infrastructure  Managed the construction of over $5 million in projects to benefit the community  Negotiated regionalized services including joint water service and a joint fuel depot  Implemented technology improvements to gain efficiencies and improved record keeping  Acted as Human Resource Officer for all training, files, discipline and federal/state requirements  Laurie Smith • 207‐786‐6513• smithlaurie@roadrunner.com Page 3  Town of Oxford, Oxford, ME Town Manager 1991 – 1994 Responsibilities:  Chief Executive Officer responsible for daily operations of the town and transfer station  Created and administered a $2.0 million annual budget and town report  Developed policies and goals for elected three member board of selectmen  Directed the human resource and financial functions of the town Achievements:  Developed a financial plan to correct a $100,000 annual deficit to a positive balance in one year  Managed over $300,000 construction and financing of a public works facility and town hall  Obtained $100,000 in state grants to offset the costs to the operational budget  Implemented the first computer system  Created the first budget and personnel document  Enhanced communication between the elected board and the public through published agendas Town of Boothbay, Boothbay, ME Town Manager 1988 – 1989 Achievements:  Created the first sewer district  Implemented the first computer system  Updated and enhanced all city policies and procedures  Originated the first strategic paving program Responsibilities:  Chief Executive Officer responsible for daily operation of the town and sewer district  Created the annual $1.25 million budget and town report  Implemented the policies and goals of the elected board  Supported the needed administration functions for the seven member Planning Board  Managed all internal functions including finance and human resource EDUCATION University of Maine, Orono, ME B.A, Public Administration - 1986 Brunswick High School, Brunswick, ME Diploma - 1982 REFERENCES References are available upon request