Geoffrey Thomas

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Chief of Staff II @ King County Sheriff's Office
Monroe, WA, US
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Monroe, Washington, United States, United States
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About Geoffrey Thomas

Experienced leader, communicator, and strategic thinker in matrixed, cross-functional, and public facing roles as a chief executive officer, project and people manager, policy and budget analyst, and municipal planner for Western Washington communities. Demonstrated skills working with interconnected, complex, multi-disciplinary issues and translating them into understandable language and actionable proposals while building positive relationships. Experienced advocate, facilitator, and public speaker.

Geoffrey Thomas's Current Company Details
King County Sheriff's Office

King County Sheriff'S Office

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Chief of Staff II
Monroe, WA, US
Geoffrey Thomas Work Experience Details
  • King County Sheriff'S Office
    Chief Of Staff Ii
    King County Sheriff'S Office
    Monroe, Wa, Us
  • King County Sheriff'S Office
    Chief Of Staff Ii
    King County Sheriff'S Office May 2023 - Present
    Seattle, Washington, Us
    • Provide strategic support to the Sheriff and her leadership team and serve as a liaison to the King County Council and the Executive’s Office. • Provide leadership to functions undertaken in the Sheriff’s Office and represent the Sheriff and the department on matters of institutional significance.• Oversee and manage the flow and exchange of information, streamline operations, track, and ensure that Sheriff accountabilities for assigned responsibilities are achieved.• Identify and manage critical issues that have significant public impact which require the attention of the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Chiefs, and/or other managers.• Assure positive interactions with key constituents and drive initiatives on behalf of the Sheriff and the department.• On behalf of the Sheriff, convene and coordinate development of policies and issues with the department’s senior management team and other internal and external stakeholders.• Work with the Sheriff, Undersheriff and Chiefs to maintain and fulfill the department’s core responsibilities to the County Executive, the County Council, and other governmental agencies.• Contribute to the vision, mission, and values of the department through responsible and effective leadership and work performance and serve as a key member of the department’s Executive Team.• Support and sustain the department as a high-performing organization, which models excellent organizational performance and exemplary customer service.
  • City Of Monroe, Wa
    Mayor
    City Of Monroe, Wa Jan 2014 - Present
    Monroe, Wa, Us
    • Serving in third term as the non-partisan, elected/strong Mayor for the City of Monroe (pop. 19,850/135 FTEs) with full services, except fire services. • Provide direction to senior staff to develop and implement policies, the $198 million biennial budget, capital projects, daily operations, and initiatives. • Lead in developing the City's vision, re-branding initiative, and comprehensive plan update. • Build relationships with diverse groups connected with the City, including residents and employers, interest and industry groups, and other city, county, state, and federal officials.• Represent the City in committees at the regional, state, and federal levels. Served as Snohomish County Cities’ representative on the Puget Sound Regional Council’s (PSRC’s) Economic Development District Board and serving on Economic Alliance Snohomish County’s Committee on Diversity & Equity and Association of Washington Cities’ Federal Advocacy Committee. • Deliver informative and persuasive presentations in a variety of public settings from small groups to audiences of over 4,000 people and communicate with journalists from the media. • Advance social justice and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives into City operations, service delivery, policies, planning, and budgeting. • Successfully led the community, council, and staff through the pandemic. • Worked with staff and Council to fund reserves and build the city’s bond rating from AA to AA+.
  • Snohomish County, Wa
    Chief Of Staff
    Snohomish County, Wa Feb 2018 - Dec 2022
    Everett, Wa, Us
    • Managed the operations and 12 FTEs within of an office of 23 FTEs and with an annual budget of approximately $4.9 million and provided administrative oversight for the County Ombuds (1 FTE). • Managed personnel in the following functional teams: Council Clerks (4 FTEs), Analysts (5 FTEs), Business Operations (3 FTEs for personnel, public records, office budget, and public information).• Completed performance evaluations, mentored, and coached personnel. Administered performance compliance, improvement plans, and separations. • Provided oversight on analysis of and amendments to policy, contract, and budget proposals, including the County Executive’s recommended $1 billion County Budget. • Coordinated work across office functions and established processes to improve accountability. • Facilitated work and communications with elected offices, the courts, and executive departments. • Led and supported staff in adjusting workflows and information technologies to adapt to changes in the work environment resulting from the pandemic. • Administered consultant contracts for performance audit services and government affairs services. • Represented the Council Office on intra-county committees including for: comprehensive compensation study, DEI&B, contact database, and migrating to paperless processes for agendas.
  • Snohomish County, Wa
    Senior Legislative Analyst
    Snohomish County, Wa Aug 2008 - Feb 2018
    Everett, Wa, Us
    • Worked with colleagues from offices of other elected officials and executive departments.• Analyzed, developed, and presented policy and budget proposals, related to:  Capital Projects & Budget  Paine Field Airport Information Technologies Fleet & Facilities Parks & Recreation Public Works & Transportation  Planning & Development Law Enforcement & Corrections District & Superior Courts Prosecuting Attorney & Public Defender  Human Services & Public Health District Public Records & Open Public Meetings  Elections & Voting Animal Control & Recording Services  Performance Audits County Ethics Board • Represented and voted on behalf of Councilmembers on local and regional boards. • Managed and developed the scope, schedule, and budget for a professional services contract for performance audit services.
  • The Sundquist Homes Family Of Companies
    Project Manager, Land Development
    The Sundquist Homes Family Of Companies May 2006 - Jul 2008
    • Developed the scope, schedule, and budget for residential developments. • Managed and directed consultants, contractors, and staff. • Reviewed contractor and consultant services contract proposals, negotiated contracts, and managed compliance with contracts. • Coordinated with real estate professionals to develop proformas, support compliance with agreements with property owners, and ensure that projects met marketing expectations. • Ensured project compliance with agency requirements and negotiated with agency staff including staff from cities, Snohomish County, and utility providers. • Communicated with community members and presented proposals to government officials. • Interpreted policy proposals that could affect the development industry and lobbied elected officials.
  • Perteet Inc.
    Senior Environmental Planner/Project Manager
    Perteet Inc. May 2005 - May 2006
    Everett, Wa, Us
    • Developed the scope, schedule, and budget for environmental analysis-related tasks for public works projects for the Washington Department of Transportation, cities and counties, and tribes. • Managed subcontracts and performed tasks related to SEPA, NEPA, wetland delineations, and socio-economic analysis. • Worked with clients, permitting agencies, and other consultants.
  • City Of Redmond
    Senior Environmental Planner
    City Of Redmond Jun 1999 - May 2005
    Redmond, Washington, Us
    • Analyzed public works projects and residential and commercial development proposals for compliance with SEPA, Shoreline Master Program, critical areas regulations, and the City’s comprehensive plan and development regulations. • Developed revisions to the comprehensive plan and development regulations. • Presented projects and legislative proposals to the Hearing Examiner, Design Review Board, Planning Commission, and City Council. • Worked with applicants, agency and city staff, and the community. • Represented the City for regional projects and proposals.
  • Lewis County, Wa
    Senior Planner (Residential Development And Environmental Review)
    Lewis County, Wa Jun 1996 - Jun 1999
    • Analyzed public works projects and analyzed residential development proposals for compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), critical areas regulations, and Lewis County's short and long subdivision regulations. • Represented the County for regional projects and proposals. • Worked with applicants, other city staff, staff from other agencies, and neighbors.
  • Pacific County
    Associate Planner
    Pacific County Jun 1995 - Jun 1996
    • Analyzed public works projects and analyzed residential and commercial development proposals for compliance with the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Shoreline Master Program, and the County's comprehensive plan and development regulations. • Worked with applicants, other city staff, staff from other agencies, and neighbors. • Presented project proposals for variances and conditional use permits to the Board of Adjustments.
  • City Of Bellevue
    Community Outreach/Planning Intern
    City Of Bellevue Sep 1994 - Jun 1995
    Bellevue, Washington, Us
    • Developed and implemented Bellevue On-Line, and on-line electronic bulletin board that preceded the City's website. • Performed a housing condition study in the field. • Assisted with developing the City's Mini-City Hall at Crossroads Mall.
  • Sprint California Relay Service
    Relay Agent
    Sprint California Relay Service Sep 1993 - Sep 1994
    • Working as a relay operator in a call center, received phone calls by voice and by teletype machines. • Read text from teletype out loud to people who could hear and speak by phone. • Typed everything that was audible from the voice line to the person using a teletype machine.
  • University Of California, Davis
    Firefighter
    University Of California, Davis Sep 1991 - Jun 1993
    Davis, California, Us
    • Responded to fire, medical, and other emergencies. • Performed fire alarm and safety checks of facilities at the University of California, Davis. • Participated in regular training exercises. • Served in a firefighter position that was during the nights weekdays and 24-hour shifts on weekends, holidays, and summers.

Geoffrey Thomas Skills

Public Policy Policy Analysis Government Policy Community Outreach Project Management Environmental Planning Environmental Policy Public Participation Land Use Planning Urban Planning Legislation Local Government Legislative Research General Public Public Speaking Legislative Relations Editing Budgets Politics Political Campaigns Proposal Writing Public Administration Public Relations Nonprofits Land Use Environmental Awareness Government Relations Lobbying Strategic Planning Strategic Communications Redevelopment Zoning Media Relations Community Engagement Leadership Stakeholder Engagement Teaching Public Affairs Grassroots Organizing Economic Development Research Environmental Analysis Budget Analysis Budget Management Budgeting Nonprofit Organizations Criminal Justice Residential Land Development Environmental Science

Geoffrey Thomas Education Details

  • University Of California, Davis
    University Of California, Davis
    And Planning Specialized In Water Quality
  • Fallbrook Union High School
    Fallbrook Union High School
    High School Diploma

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Geoffrey Thomas attended University Of California, Davis, Fallbrook Union High School.

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