Alexandra McGehee

About Alexandra McGehee

Accomplished public sector leader with over 10 years of experience specializing in budgeting, operations, and policy analysis. Expertise in managing multimillion-dollar budgets and leading teams in finance and operations, particularly in the Seattle Office of Arts and Culture. Proven ability to drive equity initiatives, such as the development of Seattle’s Community Service Officer program and implementing racial equity toolkits. Strong foundation in policy research, legislation, and public safety analysis, with a passion for data-driven decision-making and community engagement.

Experience

1. Division Director of Finance Operations and Facilities

   City of Seattle

   Jul 2025 — Present

Education

• Freie Universität Berlin

  German Language and Literature

  2010 — 2010

• University of Maryland

  Bachelor’s Degree, Political Science (3.67), Germanic Studies (3.63)

• Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, University of Washington

  Master’s Degree, Public Administration, International Development, Nonprofit Management, Policy Analysis & Evaluation

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Volunteer Management
• Economics
• Bilingual
• Program Evaluation
• Budgets
• Community Outreach
• Critical Thinking
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Office
• Streamlining Work Processes
• Policy Analysis
• Event Planning
• Problem Solving
• International Relations
• Project Oversight
• Social Media
• International Development
• Tableau
• Nonprofits
• Editing
• Research
• Work Ethic
• Multitasking Skills
• Fundraising
• Public Policy
• Data Analysis
• Presentations