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Virginia G Sierras

Government Relations Coordinator
Admin-Clerical Full time

I am a proactive and self-motivated professional with extensive experience in legislative affairs and political consulting. I excel in managing multiple tasks efficiently, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and possess a strong Capitol network. My experience includes fundraising, event planning, and managing confidential matters for high-level government officials. I am organized, detail-oriented, and have advanced public speaking skills, making me an asset in any legislative or policy-focused role.

Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal and clear communication skills
  • Experience in fundraising and event planning
  • Budget management
  • Advanced public speaking
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Familiarity with Capitol Track, Contribution Track, and Budget Track
  • Proactive and self-motivated
  • Problem-solving mindset
  • Ability to manage and prioritize tasks efficiently
  • Experience in legislative affairs and political consulting
  • Extensive Capitol network

Licenses and certifications

Awards and achievements

Work Experience

Policy Assistant
California Chamber of Commerce Jan 2022 - Dec 2024

Provided administrative support to Policy Advocates, tracked bills, processed reimbursements, and managed coalition distribution lists. Monitored key committee meetings, maintained accurate legislative positions, and assisted lobbyists with scheduling and preparation of materials.

Legislative Coordinator
California Medical Association (CMA) Jan 2019 - Jun 2022

Maintained the legislative program for the Center for Government Relations, assisted with legislation assignments, developed agendas and materials, and prepared reports for the Board of Trustees. Edited and distributed lobbyists’ correspondence and reports, and organized CMA annual meetings.

Membership Director
California Attorneys for Criminal Justice (CACJ) Jul 2018 - Jul 2019

Maintain and manage attorney memberships including outreach for new membership opportunities. Manage social media accounts to share pertinent legislation information and breaking news. Create, organize and execute continuing education seminars across the state. Liaison between CACJ members and Board of Governors. Schedule all meetings and organize and distribute meeting documents. Process and record all expenses and revenues. Work with accountant to create and maintain budget materials for CACJ.

Event Director
Daniel C. Weitzman Consulting Jan 2013 - Jul 2018

Create campaign strategies and connect corporations and nonprofit funders with Democratic Campaign Candidates. Served as the lead event director, responsible for managing logistics and key messaging for innumerable high-profile fundraising events. 

Education

Bachelor of Arts Communication Studies
CSUS