Jennifer Szimanski

Jennifer Szimanski is a seasoned professional in law enforcement and public affairs, currently serving as the Deputy Executive Director and Director of Public Affairs for the Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas since July 2019. In addition, Jennifer holds the position of Lakeway City Council Member since May 2022 and serves as a Reserve Deputy for the Travis County Sheriff's Office. Previous roles include Vice Chair of the Austin Police Association Political Action Committee and Corporal with the Austin Police Department, where Jennifer was assigned to the Austin Regional Intelligence Center. An experienced lobbyist, Jennifer interned at Clint Hackney and Company during the 2017 Legislative Session. Jennifer's law enforcement background also includes a role as a Criminal Investigator in the Special Investigations Unit under Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott from 2005 to 2011. Jennifer earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Texas State University in 2005.