Aric R. West

Aric R. West possesses extensive experience in various roles primarily in planning and administrative functions. Currently serving as a Planning Assistant at the Des Moines Area Regional Transit Authority since February 2015, responsibilities include monitoring passenger activity and reporting infrastructure issues. Previously, Aric worked as a Senior News Assistant at The Des Moines Register from May 1995 to November 2014, focusing on editing and supervising event-related submissions. Aric also contributed to The Iowan magazine's web development between August 1997 and December 1999, with expertise in HTML and PhotoShop. Earlier career roles include Administrative Manager at Clarion Alliance and Data and Financial Manager at Iowa Citizen Action Network, both involving financial management tasks. Educational background includes a diploma from Des Moines Public Schools, graduated in 1983.