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Jonathan Perez

Jonathan Perez

Executive Assistant

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Town Manager Upland, Indiana

  • Education

    • Ball State University

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      Certificate Certified Public Manager

      The Bowen Center for Public Affairs offers a unique training opportunity for Indiana public managers and their supervisory personnel. The Indiana Certified Public Manager® Program is offered exclusively by the Bowen Center for Public Affairs as a key initiative of its Institute for Public Service. The Indiana CPM Program provides government and non-profit employees with a comprehensive course of study that has recognized public management theories and best practices at its foundation. The… Show more The Bowen Center for Public Affairs offers a unique training opportunity for Indiana public managers and their supervisory personnel. The Indiana Certified Public Manager® Program is offered exclusively by the Bowen Center for Public Affairs as a key initiative of its Institute for Public Service. The Indiana CPM Program provides government and non-profit employees with a comprehensive course of study that has recognized public management theories and best practices at its foundation. The program trains public managers to apply these theories and practices to the challenges they face in public service. The Indiana CPM Program is fully accredited by the National Certified Public Manager® Consortium, which establishes and enforces accreditation standards for the CPM programs offered in approximately 40 states. The Consortium has authorized the Bowen Center for Public Affairs as the exclusive provider of Certified Public Manager® training in Indiana. Show less

    • Ball State University

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      Certificate Certified Public Supervisor

      The Certified Public Supervisor curriculum focuses primarily on tools, techniques, and concepts that help a public manager direct and manage personnel within the manager’s organization. The methods taught in Phase I facilitate the adoption of a results-oriented perspective toward public management. By “beginning with the end in mind” public managers can better organize their own activities and the activities of their staff members to produce public value.

    • Ball State University

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      Associate of Arts - AA General

      Activities and Societies: College Republicans, Ball State Intramural Baseball Team

    • Indiana Wesleyan University

      2024 - 2025
      Master of Science - MS Policy and Organizational Change

    • Ball State University

      2015 - 2015
      Certificate Building Better Communities Indiana Economic Development

      Offered annually, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—known to many as "The Academy"—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, and community development. It is a comprehensive educational experience in the theory and practice of economic development. IEDClogoblackThis course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). This course qualifies as a professional development training… Show more Offered annually, our week-long Indiana Economic Development Course—known to many as "The Academy"—offers intensive training in the basic concepts, methods, and strategies of economic, industrial, business, and community development. It is a comprehensive educational experience in the theory and practice of economic development. IEDClogoblackThis course is accredited by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). This course qualifies as a professional development training requirement needed to sit for the Certified Economic Developer (CEcD) examination. Successful completion also qualifies participants for admission to the Economic Development Institute accredited by IEDC. Show less

    • University of Oklahoma

      2015 - 2016
      Certificate Economic Development

      The University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute is an executive development certificate program that has been the primary professional training program for those in the business of economic development since its creation.Established in 1962, OU EDI, the only professional level program of its type in the U.S., provides professional economic developers with up-to-date knowledge and tools necessary to succeed in today's constantly changing economic development marketplace. The… Show more The University of Oklahoma’s Economic Development Institute is an executive development certificate program that has been the primary professional training program for those in the business of economic development since its creation.Established in 1962, OU EDI, the only professional level program of its type in the U.S., provides professional economic developers with up-to-date knowledge and tools necessary to succeed in today's constantly changing economic development marketplace. The OU EDI experience is designed to immediately impact a participant’s professional career by providing comprehensive courses that align with the IEDC manuals as well as the latest trends in economic development.OU EDI draws its instructors from the ranks of today's leading economic development practitioners and educators. Innovative economic development organizations want solid, well-grounded professionals. OU EDI provides the education professionals need to build their career in this exciting field. Show less

    • Oregon State University

      2022 - 2022
      Certificate Permaculture

      Permaculture design is a whole-systems design approach to developing sustainable human settlements and institutions. Rooted in horticulture and agriculture, permaculture design also touches on regional planning, ecology, animal husbandry, technology, architecture and international development.

  • Experience

    • Grant County Government

      May 2006 - Dec 2006
      Executive Assistant

      Initially hired as college intern, I was quickly offered a full time job in a matter of weeks. As Executive Assistant I worked directly with the County Administrator and Systems Administrator in accordance with the wishes of the Grant County Commissioners. I was a daily participant of ensuring the successful running of the day to day, while also working on a number of key important projects.I assisted in rewriting the Grant County Handbook, as well successfully negotiating and implementing a new copier contract that stream lined the entire county's operations while saving them a significant amount of money. Show less

    • U.S. House of Representatives

      Dec 2006 - Aug 2009
      Director of Community Relations Congressman Dan Burton

      Served as the physical representative and direct point of contact for a 14-term Congressman for the entire eleven county congressional district. Worked alongside businesses and local government agencies to educate and provide support in the dispensation of aid available within the district, resulting in productive outcomes, bringing savings and revenue throughout the district.

    • City of Marion, Indiana

      Aug 2009 - Sept 2016

      Oversaw and directed all aspects of economic development, community development, and Business Retention and Expansion efforts for the City of Marion. This included overseeing the management of all city-owned property, the acquisition of foreclosed properties, the maintenance of the Neighborhood Association program, creation and oversight of city marketing efforts, and community events. Drafted, submitted, and assisted to secure multiple private, local, state, and federal grants, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars awarded to the city. As Director of Development Services my greatest responsibility was to companies, both small and large, as they navigated the challenges faced in today’s economy, helping to connect them to resources and tools essential to make the best decisions for their company, by choosing Marion and Grant County. Additionally, I serve in a role as senior advisor for the City of Marion. Show less Responsible for directing the day-to-day operations of a $22 million budget that included 230+ employees, 11 departments, and 4 union contracts in a manner that complimented each other through strategic, coordinated collaboration. Created and maintained city social media presence, with eight different social media outlets, the largest having a following of over 7000. Led department directors to ensure that all departments were executing their missions effectively and that it accomplished the mission and vision of the organization. These efforts led to savings of millions of dollars to the city budget and securing millions of outside dollars all while still providing the highest level of service. During this time, Site Selection Magazine ranked the City of Marion ninth in the nation twice for Economic Development among Micro Cities, the Standard and Poor bond rating improved from a BBB- to a A-, a three-step improvement, and the Insurance Service Office rating improved from a five to a four, an improvement that provides businesses and homeowners a cost-savings to insurance premiums. Show less

      • Director of Development Services

        Jan 2015 - Sept 2016

      • Chief of Staff

        Aug 2009 - Dec 2014

    • Town of Upland

      May 2017 - now
      Town Manager

      Tasked with overseeing and management of all administrative and development efforts for the Town of Upland. Successfully secured over $5 million dollars in local, regional, state, and federal grants on behalf of the town to be used toward economic development, community development, and municipal infrastructure needs. Administratively implemented and updated internal policies addressing hiring practices, ADA compliances, and Title IV.

    • Grant County Government

      Jan 2019 - Dec 2020
      County Councilman

      After much consideration and overwhelming encouragement I chose to run in a caucus for a vacated at large county council seat. I successfully won on the first ballot with 35 of 53 votes.

    • Grant County Government

      May 2023 - now
      County Councilman

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • IS-00010 Animals in Disasters: Awareness and Preparedness

      U.S. Department of Homeland Security
      Mar 2018

    • IS-00020.18 Diversity Awareness Course

      U.S. Department of Homeland Security
      Mar 2018

    • IS-00022 Are You Ready? An In-depth to Citizen Preparedness

      US Department of Homeland Security
      Dec 2006

    • IS-00100 Introduction to Incident Command (ICS 100)

      US Department of Homeland Security
      Jun 2006

    • Local Public Agency: Basic 101

      Indiana Department of Transportation
      Nov 2017

    • IS-00011 Animals in Disasters: Community Planning

      U.S. Department of Homeland Security
      Oct 2019

    • IS-00800 National Response Plan (NRP), an Introduction

      US Department of Homeland Security
      Jun 2006

    • Professional Development Series Certificate

      U.S. Department of Homeland Security
      Oct 2019

    • IS-00700 National Incident Management Systems and Introduction

      US Department of Homeland Security
      Jun 2006

    • IS-00200 ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents

      US Department of Homeland Security
      Jun 2006

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Jonathan Perez
      Elevated Latino Under 40 Indiana Latino Institute Oct 2022 Created by the Indiana Latino Institute to recognize Hoosier Latinos Under 40. Selected as 1 of 5 statewide inaugural recipients of the Elevated Under 40 award to recognize and honor outstanding Latinos who have contributed to the state and their local communities, including the Latino community.
    • Awarded to Jonathan Perez
      2021 Grant County Volunteer of the Year Grant County United Way Apr 2022

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by Vote Center Study Committee for Grant County on Jan 2012
      Vote Center Study Committee for Grant CountyAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • Chairman

      Issued by Friends of Ann Vermilion on Sept 2019
      Friends of Ann VermilionAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • Chairman

      Issued by Kevin Mahan for State Representative on Sept 2009
      Kevin Mahan for State RepresentativeAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • Chairman

      Issued by The Committee to Elect Reggie Nevels Sheriff on Aug 2013
      The Committee to Elect Reggie Nevels SheriffAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • Chairman

      Issued by Tresa Baker for County Council on Feb 2008
      Tresa Baker for County CouncilAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • 5th District Coordinator

      Issued by Dan Burton for Congress on Dec 2006
      Dan Burton for CongressAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • Campaign Advisor

      Issued by Jim Banks for State Senate on Aug 2009
      Jim Banks for State SenateAssociated with Jonathan Perez

    • Grant County Coordinator

      Issued by Mike Pence Committee on Jun 2011
      Mike Pence CommitteeAssociated with Jonathan Perez