Robert Pechukas Email & Phone Number

Hempstead, Texas, United States

•Serves as Chief Administrator of the County, answering directly to the Waller County Commissioner's Court.•Responsible for the day to day oversight of the employees and department heads assigned under Commissioner’s Court.•Assists the County Judge in the preparation of the annual budget and manages the budget once approved.•Responsible for the review and oversite of department budgets and staffing requests. •Serves as legislative liaison for the Waller County Commissioner’s Court, working with the State and Federal delegation on legislation beneficial to the residents of Waller County, as assigned and approved by the Commissioner’s Court.•Oversee county mobility and facility projects, providing direction to staff and guidance to the Court.•Negotiate and review interlocal agreements with area special districts, school districts, and cities, providing agreements to the Commissioner’s Court for final approval.•Work with department heads, elected officials, and community leaders in order to implement various county programs and proposals.

Katy, Texas, United States

•Direct precinct operations and oversee daily administration of precinct functions, directing staff on areas such as the budget, HR, community relations, legislation, and office initiatives.•Manage and direct all County department heads on projects, budgets, staffing, and day-to-day operations affecting the precinct. •Oversee the implementation of precinct facility, parks, and mobility projects, coordinating efforts with the County Engineering, Parks, and Facilities staffs, and hired consultants, to complete design and construction of all precinct projects.•Direct land acquisition efforts for facilities in the precinct such as libraries, annexes, and parks. •Authored and advocated for policy recommendations that were incorporated into bills signed by the Texas Governor over the previous four Texas Legislative sessions.•Led development and implementation of County Assistance District (CAD) sales tax initiative, resulting in a decreased reliance on county property taxes.•Work with team to manage and allocate an annual $8 million precinct budget. •Created a new law enforcement patrol program, resulting in the hiring of eight new law enforcement officers, expanding the police presence in the community. •Designed and implemented a strategic cost sharing and financing plan that accelerated a regional infrastructure program by five years without any use of property tax revenue.•Successfully negotiated multiple inter-local agreements with various public entities, leveraging over $200 million in public and private funds and increasing participation in local projects. •Created, developed, and implemented programs that improved quality of life and safety, including the Motorist Assistance Program, Community Beautification Program, Pedestrian Safety Program, and Traffic Reinvestment Program. •Established community outreach programs to educate the community on the core functions of local and state government.

Houston, Texas Area

•Managed mental health and service provision contracts by assessing, evaluating and monitoring projects for compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.•Implemented performance, process improvement, accountability, and compliance measures with veteran services sub-contractors, which increased efficiency and led to cost savings.•Developed department budget and strategic plan to achieve short and long term goals by coordinating with other organizations to set priorities, determine resources and monitor progress.•Assisted in developing the organization’s strategic plan for the 84th Legislature.

Mayor'S Office

•Acted as Mayor’s public liaison for veteran related issues, attending/speaking at various events and working with the media when needed.•Created and implemented City’s veteran resource seminar, connecting veterans with local benefits, networking, and employment assistance, leading to multiple veterans receiving job offers and benefits.•Advised City Council and staff in their efforts to update existing veteran related city ordinances.•Coordinated advocacy efforts with the Director of Legislative Affairs on veteran related legislation during the 83rd Legislature. •Supervised and managed office interns.

Houston, Texas Area

•Analyzed data to determine accurate construction costs and savings for the company.•Assisted in the project management of construction contracts.•Coordinated with management to ensure timely delivery of staff projects up to the customers.

Quantico, Virginia

•Supervised department operations, assisting organizations and individuals in resolving issues such as transportation, coordination of housing, and communications.•Successfully managed deployments of millions of dollars in equipment and material to Iraq, with no lost time incidents and remained within budget. •Conducted two deployments to Iraq, conducting field operations and managing airfield logistical operations while in theater.•Assisted in managing base facilities operations, working in conjunction with the Public Works Director to ensure code enforcement and the timely completion of major infrastructure projects. •Supervised logistics team of 12 Marines and evaluated their performance, providing guidance and support as department management.

Master Of Public Administration (Mpa)

Master'S Certificate

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.)