Peter Smith

Peter Smith has extensive experience in federal policy development and administration, primarily within the Social Security Administration since September 2011, where roles include Team Leader for Representative Payee Policy and Branch Chief for Representation, Appeals, and Due Process. Responsibilities encompass overseeing policies for federal entitlement benefits, including specifics for fugitive felons and data management among federal agencies. Prior roles include Congressional Affairs Specialist at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and Special Assistant to the Director at the Department of Homeland Security, with initial positions at the Social Security Administration focused on international affairs and judicial processes. Peter Smith holds a J.D. from Florida International University, a Master's in Public Administration from the University of the Free State, and a B.A. in International Relations & Sociology, also from Florida International University.