Dominique Dawkins

Dominique Dawkins, MPA, currently serves as Program Manager for Thriving Communities at the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) since July 2023. Previously, Dominique held various positions at Spartanburg County from September 2019 to July 2023, including Community Services Specialist and Budget Analyst, overseeing contract compliance and budget evaluations. In Bertie County Government, from April 2018 to September 2019, Dominique coordinated leadership training and developed an economic development internship. Earlier experience includes roles at the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners as Civics Challenge Coordinator and Graduate Intern, and a Field Services Intern at GLSEN. Dominique holds a Master of Public Administration and a Nonprofit Certification from North Carolina Central University, along with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Bennett College.