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TRACI POLK
Chandler, AZ. 85224  tracipolk@gmail.com
Profile
Motivated, personable business professional with over 20 years of experience involving governmental
accounting and budgeting practices. Talent for quickly adapting to ever changing work environment.
Diplomatic and tactful with professionals at all levels. Accustomed to handling sensitive, confidential records.
Demonstrated history of producing accurate, timely reports meeting stringent State mandated legislation.
Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with
demonstrated ability to easily transcend with the changing business environment. Thrive in deadline-driven
environments. Excellent team-building skills.
Professional Experience
TOWN OF QUEEN CREEK – QUEEN CREEK, AZ 2006 to Present
Senior Financial Analyst
 Responsible for the development and coordination of the Towns Information Technology, Economic
Development, Parks and Recreation, and Horseshoe Park Equestrian Center operating budgets.
 Responsible for analyzing and forecasting spending trends, and distribution of appropriated funds to
ensure all accounts payable obligations are met in a timely and efficient manner.
 Develop annual financial reports as well as fiscal year budget package requests for the Information
Technology, Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, and Horseshoe Park Equestrian Center for
future fiscal planning.
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTA TION – PHOENIX, AZ 2006
Senior Budget Analyst – Motor Vehicle Division
 Responsible for the coordination and development of the Motor Vehicle Divisions $90+ million annual
operating budget, and strategic planning submissions.
 Report analytical information pertaining to investments, and forecast cash flow.
 Track mandated projects, and provide high level reports involving cost accounting as well as progresses
made.
 Assist the Motor Vehicle Division with the development and production of annual financial expenditure
reports as well as fiscal year budget package requests.
 Serve as an advisor to the Motor Vehicle Division for budgetary matters, and provide direction pertaining
to legislative mandates.
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTA TION – PHOENIX, AZ 2001 to 2006
Data-Communications Circuit Manager – Information Technology
 Responsible for the management and oversight of all voice/data circuit moves, adds or change activities.
 Serve as Project Manager and centralized liaison to the Department and vendors for all I.T. communication
needs.
 Track Department of Transportation cost centers to ensure sufficient funds were appropriated to cover
the maintenance, development and upgrade of all communications expenses statewide.
 Make recommendations for cost effective, efficient communication systems and upgrades. Coordinate
statewide communication services and installation for the entire Department of Transportation.
 Write detailed specifications for equipment and services in preparation for bid/quote process.

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TRACI POLK
Chandler, AZ. 85224  tracipolk@gmail.com
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTA TION – PHOENIX, AZ 1998 to 2001
Administrative Service Officer – Highway Maintenance
 Responsible for Department of Transportation Highway Maintenance operating budget of $90 million.
 Serve as liaison with County agencies on all State/Federal declared emergencies. Compile detailed
expenditure information specific to areas affected and report to FEMA for reimbursement.
 Responsible for the research, preparation, coordination and fiscal analysis for statewide Highway
Maintenance budgets.
 Research, analyze and compile monthly financial reports for Executive Management.
 Assist in the development and updating the Strategic Plan through the use of Mission Statement, Goals
and Performance Measures.
 Work extensively with the finance group for estimating revenues and prepare financial forecasts.
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTA TION – PHOENIX, AZ 1993 to 1998
Revenue Control – Motor Vehicle Division
 Assisted in overseeing a staff of 13. Planned and directed work assignments.
 Participated in interviewing, hiring and training of employees.
 Assisted taxpayers and agency personnel in resolution of financial data from the State Treasurer’s Office.
 Reviewed refund requests and related documents from Motor Vehicle Division offices statewide.
 Reconciled statewide revenue collections, and cash drawer deposits received at the Motor Vehicle Division.
 Generated, received and distributed State Warrants and reconciled to a daily transaction register.
Academic Achievements
YAVAPAI COLLEGE 1991-1992
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION –
PUBLIC ADMINISTRA TION
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION –
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
SUPERVISORS ACADAMY – 2009