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MARIO E. LARA

19903 CUYAMA LANE | RIVERSIDE, CA 92508 | 951-204-3501 MARIO E. LARA
mlara@riversideca.gov 19903 CUYAMA LANE | RIVERSIDE, CA 92508 | 951-204-3501
mlara@riversideca.gov

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
 Extensive knowledge and understanding of public agency administration.
 Ability to reach out to a network of individuals within the profession through personal contacts and memberships
March 21, 2019 in professional organizations.
 Ability to analyze unique problems and develop novel approaches to obtain a resolution; anticipate problems in
work assignment areas, identify and implement appropriate solutions.
 Make sound and independent judgments; maintain calm and professional demeanor, decorum, and presence of
Richard O’Donnell mind to promote civil and professional communication with administrative colleagues and support staff.
Recruitment Manager  Excellent communication skills, oral and written, including tact, diplomacy, and flexibility in dealing with a
Koff & Associates variety of individuals and groups at all levels from diverse socio-economic to cultural/ethnic backgrounds.
2835 Seventh Street, Berkeley, CA 94710  Ability to create, develop and deliver presentations on topics of cost-benefit analyses, budgetary process,
programs and service delivery.
Dear Mr. O’Donnell: RELATED EXPERIENCE

City of Riverside, CA Dec 2005 – present
Kindly consider my application for the position of Director of Youth, Parks, and Community Enrichment with the City of Deputy Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department February 2012 – present
Sacramento. A copy of my resume demonstrating my experience and commitment to providing outstanding programs,  Develop and administer the budget for the City of Riverside’s third largest General Fund department with a
services and recreational amenities for the community is attached. Also included is a list of professional references. budget of more than $20 million.
 Select, train, supervise and evaluate employees in department with over 200 full-time equivalents (FTEs).
I am currently the Deputy Director of a large municipal parks, recreation and community services department which includes
64 parks, 15 community/senior/teen centers, 7 swimming pools, organized across four divisions. Department resources  Support negotiation efforts by representing management at the bargaining table.
include 202.6 full-time equivalents with a core operating budget of $20 million serving a diverse community of more than  Provide consultation, advice, and assistance to the division heads and supervisors in regards to the day-to-day
350,000 residents and visitors. I have completed the National Recreation and Parks Association Director’s School; and I operations of the department.
am enthusiastic about this outstanding opportunity to serve the Sacramento Community. I’ve served as Deputy Director of  Collaborate and coordinate with other city departments to implement and execute the policies as set forth by City
the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department since February, 2012 and I’ve been with the same employer for Council, and as directed through the City Manager’s office.
14 years.  Develop relationships with and meet regularly with park patrons, users, advisory groups to address questions and
concerns regarding city programs and services.
I look forward to a meeting to explore the possibility of a mutually beneficial outcome.  Manage and utilize finance and payroll software (IFAS, SPL) to control and monitor spending and formulate cost
analyses and projections.
Sincerely,  Represent the department at public meetings such as Mayor’s Night Out.
 Provide guidance in the management, oversight, and administration of capital and special projects.
Mario E. Lara  Prepare and deliver presentations to commissions, sub-committees, outside organizations to inform and update
members regarding city programs and activities as well as to solicit input and direction.

Mario Lara  Interpret and implement city policies and regulations.
 Contribute to short and long term planning and goal setting for the Parks, Recreation and Community Services
department.
 Prepare and distribute a broad range of correspondence to internal and external stakeholders including public
documents such as City Council reports.
 Respond to difficult complaints and requests for information.
 Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and prepare recommendations for improvement.
 Maintain excellent customer service attitude, build pride among staff through training and team building.

Principal Management Analyst, City Manager’s Office December 2005 – February 2012
 Develop budget instructions, plan, direct, and supervise the budgetary process to assist the City Manager’s Office
with this process on a city-wide basis for presentation of preliminary and final City budgets to the City Council.
 Analyze, monitor, and report on revenue and expense related activities of the city.