What does a political aide do? A little bit of everything! Why does it matter?Ultimately, because it helps all of us.When policy issues and community matters arise, I take care of the details, so our elected officials can better care for their constituents. I research the issues, essentially becoming the subject matter expert in providing advice and accurately preparing talking points and issue briefings. As part of a small team, I manage various forms of communication such as:➤ social media ➤ newsletters ➤ community response I serve as a direct point of contact, assisting constituents and community stakeholders while working with internal departments and external governmental agencies. My motivation to work in politics and government comes from a desire to be a voice for those who don’t have one, an advocate for fair and equitable policy while positively impacting our community. Examples of these include:➺ Advocating for an increase in funding for non-profits affected by COVID-19 which resulted in assistance to several local organizations ➺ Drafting a resolution adding Education to the Board of Supervisors existing priority issues (Environment, Economy & Equity) which passed unanimously and is now considered when making policy and budgetary decisions ➺ Collaborating with the County homeless outreach team to secure funding for services for the unhoused and address community concerns regarding homeless encampments A successful political aide is trustworthy, adaptable to an ever-changing landscape, flexible in their thinking, intuitive, collaborative, a good listener, and an effective communicator. It’s a responsibility that I never take lightly. It’s an honor to serve, and I’m grateful for the opportunity.It’s with great pleasure to hear my coworkers describe me as a quick learner, a supportive team player, and a lot of fun to work with.Contact me at Deckweb@comcast.net to learn more.Specialties: Community Engagement | Interpersonal Effectiveness | Research Policy Issues | Constituent Relations | Strategic Thinking/Advising | Planning & Organizing | Project Coordination | Flexible/Multi-Tasking | Writing/Editing