Oscar Macias, Mpa Email & Phone Number

Alameda, Ca

Hayward, Ca

Plan, develop, and execute complex administrative studies, programs, and special projects.• Manage all Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan updates; • Prepare and present board reports on various analyses of agency programs, policies, and procedures at monthly Housing Commission meetings;• Assist in the preparation of the Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan and the Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) performance indicators;• Analyze Federal Register and PIH notices, rules, and regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in order to ensure compliance and best practices;• Conduct long-term projects requiring extensive research, budget analysis, and contract management;• Collaborate with Alameda County, Cities, and Public Housing Authorities in the development of regional 5-year plans;• Assist in the development of federal grant applications, SOW’s, RFQ’s/RFP’s, and MOU’s;• Administer and maintain the housing authority's website, intranet, and forms database;• Utilize housing software programs and database systems such as Tenmast, PIH Information Center (PIC), and Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) to track, submit, and analyze program participant data;• Create and administer employee trainings on various procedural, operational, and program changes via PowerPoint presentations; and• Employ advanced Excel functions and formulas to analyze budget and program participant data.

Oakland, Ca

Performed complex analyses across a broad spectrum of programs, policies, and initiatives.• Led the development of a systemwide sexual violence and sexual harassment investigation and adjudication framework for staff;• Managed complex systemwide policy reviews and identified issues that necessitated revision;• Served as subject matter expert on UC Systemwide Personnel Policies for Staff Members (PPSM);• Formulated policy implementation strategies and conducted post-implementation analysis;• Organized and assembled analytical and factual data on assigned problems and issues to prepare reports and/or analysis summarizing information on the assigned issues;• Facilitated workgroup discussions on SharePoint for Management Consultations;• Developed, edited, and modified documents including research reports, flowcharts, workstream matrices, reference charts, presentations, and proposals;• Analyzed and prepared policy compliance information for use in discussions, meetings of high level management, and external constituents; and• Collaborated in administrative policy and program planning and development.

Washington, D.C.

Assisted in the evaluation of Hayward’s Bureau of Justice Assistance planning grant to develop a truancy reduction program in collaboration with the Hayward Unified School District and the Hayward Police Department.• Assessed truancy hotspots in Hayward by analyzing school boundary maps, attendance data, graduation rates, and existing surveys;• Utilized quantitative and qualitative research methods to design and implement a districtwide teacher survey using Qualtrics software; • Researched truancy reduction strategies by analyzing peer reviewed literature and proven student success models; • Prepared APA style reports on assigned issues utilizing police, city, and school data;• Revised and edit truancy prevention implementation plans for use in request for proposal grant applications; and• Attended core group meetings on behalf of research scientist and draft detailed meeting minutes.

Hayward, Ca

Provided executive-level administrative and analytical support to Hayward City Council Member Sara Lamnin. • Established and maintained collaborative outreach efforts with advocacy groups, businesses, educational institutions, and employment agencies; • Researched and tactfully responded to community concerns regarding unemployment, homelessness, healthcare costs, and air pollution; • Coordinated, organized, and facilitated planning sessions to address employment gaps; • Drafted complex and detailed policy reports regarding unsustainable healthcare costs and barriers to employment;• Utilized Excel spreadsheets to maintain and organize data; • Led group discussions on building career pathways for students at community organizations; • Skillfully leveraged existing partnerships to create Partnerships for Hayward Internships and Networks (PHIN) and served as chair; • Collaborated with local community college district presidents on a district-wide strategic plan; • Collaborated with members of the California State Legislature on policy issues of interest to Hayward including housing affordability, redevelopment dissolution resources, and drought management;• Managed constituent correspondence, newsletters, schedule, social media posts, and email;• Developed and maintained an active supporter and donor list; • Answered phones for the City Clerk's Office and handled passport requests; and • Oversaw the initial development of a citywide community calendar to help coordinate events in Hayward.

Arcata, Ca

Worked closely with the director of Plan It Green to coordinate local events aimed at educating the public on sustainability and environmental issues.• Managed, planned, and executed the 2014 Sustainable Living Expo: Building Green Communities according to strict deadlines and within budget; • Responsible for planning, fundraising, social networking, budgeting, communications, research/data collection, report writing, and other related activities for the exposition; • Created websites, flyers, posters, and other promotional materials;• Managed interns, volunteers, and other support staff during the exposition; • Oversaw logistics, developed marketing outreach materials, and managed customer relations; • Developed and managed a comprehensive list of local green businesses; • Recruited local green businesses for the exposition and provided accommodations; and • Planned, executed, and finalized the Humboldt Green Business Certification Program.

Master Of Public Administration (Mpa), Public Management And Policy Analysis

• Developed a Police Civic Engagement Study for the City of San Leandro using quantitative/qualitative research methods; • Drafted.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Political Science And Philosophy

Activities and Societies: President of El Pueblo Club - Managed, planned, and executed workshops and events promoting cross-cultural.