Josh Solinger Mpa

Josh Solinger, MPA has a diverse work experience spanning multiple roles and industries. Josh is currently working as the Finance Director for the City of River Falls. Prior to this, they served as an Operations Data Analyst for Pierce County, WI where they developed a multi-year staffing plan and made recommendations on staff telecommuting and facility acquisition.

In their previous role as a Business Analyst for the City of Eau Claire, Josh led an interdepartmental team to select and implement a cloud-based citizen request and work order platform. Josh also served as finance section chief for Eau Claire County's COVID-19 incident command team and led a citizen engagement process for selecting a design for a new water feature in a downtown urban park. Additionally, they were a Budget Analyst for the City of Eau Claire where they developed annual operating budgets and implemented new capital improvement planning software.

Prior to their roles in Eau Claire, Josh worked as a Management Analyst Fellow for the City of River Falls where they assisted the Finance Director in creating the city's capital improvements plan and biennial budget. Josh also created performance measurement dashboards and conducted a resident affordability study.

Josh has also gained experience through internships and part-time roles. Josh served as an Administrative Intern for the City of Lone Tree, CO where they compiled data and analyzed incentives for businesses. Josh was also a Graduate Assistant at the University of Colorado - Denver's School of Public Affairs, where they wrote monthly e-newsletters and developed strategies for increasing engagement.

Additionally, Josh worked as a Management Intern for the City of Iowa City, conducting research on sidewalk cafe fees and drafting environmental sustainability measures. Josh also gained valuable experience as a Summer Program Staff for the Mayor's Youth Empowerment Program, assisting clients in reaching their goals and enhancing their understanding of community needs.

Before entering the public sector, Josh served as a Regional Coordinator for the Presidential Inauguration Committee, where they coordinated volunteer events and recruited volunteers. Josh also worked as a Firefighter/EMT for the Altoona Fire Department, gaining hands-on experience in emergency response and healthcare.

Overall, Josh Solinger, MPA has a strong background in finance, data analysis, project management, and community engagement, making him a valuable asset in various organizations.

Josh Solinger, MPA has a diverse education history. Josh obtained their Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree from the University of Colorado Denver in 2014. Prior to that, they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Honors in Political Science from the University of Iowa, where they studied from 2011 to 2013. Before attending university, Josh completed their Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Liberal Arts at Kirkwood Community College, where they studied from 2009 to 2011.

Additionally, Josh Solinger has obtained several certifications. In 2007, they acquired their Emergency Medical Technician certification from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. Josh also holds certifications in Firefighter-2 and Hazardous Materials Operations-Level, although the institutions where they obtained these certifications are not specified.