Vanessa R.

Vanessa R. has a diverse background in municipal government and legal services, currently serving as Assistant City Manager for the City of Mansfield, Texas Municipal Government since December 2022. Previously, Vanessa R. held the position of Deputy Director of Public Works/Utilities at the City of Odessa, Texas, where responsibilities included overseeing personnel, budget, and operations while implementing policies for safety and efficiency. Other roles include Assistant City Attorney, providing legal advice to municipal officials and drafting legal documents, and various positions during law school that involved student legal assistance and teaching support. Vanessa R. also has experience in customer service and inventory management from roles at Apple. Vanessa R. holds a Juris Doctor degree from Texas Southern University—Thurgood Marshall School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Sam Houston State University.