Emily Lam
Director of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations @City of San José
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations @City of San José
San Jose, CA, US
Serve as a key advisor to the City Manager, directing the Office of Administration, Policy, and Intergovernmental Relations (API). Lead a centralized team in resolving complex administrative issues and advancing citywide policy analysis and program implementation. Oversee City Council and Committee agenda services, track referrals, and direct the design and execution of complex interdepartmental and interjurisdictional policy initiatives, program evaluations, and strategic planning efforts aligned with City Council and City Manager priorities.Lead intergovernmental relations efforts by monitoring, tracking, and advocating for legislation at the federal, state, and local levels, and overseeing state and federal lobbying contracts. Oversee contract management and execution, coordinate multi-departmental Public Records Act requests, and ensure the operationalization of City Council strategic and transformational initiatives. Manage policy, intergovernmental relations, and agenda services teams, along with two external lobbyists and an annual operating budget of approximately $6.5 million.
EDUCATION
Harvard Kennedy School
Master in Public Policy, Strategic Management
St. Ignatius College Preparatory
High School Diploma
Brown University
BA with Honors, Community Health
SKILLS
ABOUT EMILY LAM
High-achieving, results-driven leader with over 20 years introducing and heading initiatives that improve the health and well-being of communities. Respected colleague and valued advocate, practiced in what it takes to gain agreement and implement difficult, yet imperative, polices. Success based upon strong government, corporate, nonprofit and foundation networks at local, state and national levels.Specialties- Policy Champion- Coalition Builder and Manager- Thought Leader and Communicator- Political and Policy Strategist- Team Builder and Administrator
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