Nicolas M. Hernandez III is a seasoned professional currently serving as a Building Inspector for Dallas County since July 2023. Previously, Nicolas held various communication and leadership roles, including Communications Manager at EcoLatino Community Radio, Communications Specialist at Herrera & Veera Attorneys at Law, and Chairman for the Rapid Response Hotline Committee at Force for Immigrants Rights & Empowerment. Nicolas has also served as a Precinct Chair for the Dallas County Democratic Party, with experience in organizational and community outreach capacities at multiple nonprofits. Academically, Nicolas holds a Master's degree in Public Leadership with a concentration in Nonprofit Management from the University of North Texas at Dallas, a Master of Arts in History from Texas A&M University-Commerce, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from The University of Texas at Dallas, among other educational credentials.