Eric Oaks

Experienced operations and program leader with a strong background in elections administration, education management, and team leadership. Proven ability to manage large teams, oversee complex logistics, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver high-quality public-facing services. Adept at training, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Elections Technician & Recruiting Lead at Jefferson County Clerk & Recorder – Elections (2023-05 – 2026-04)

• Managed confidential election records and ensured strict compliance with legal and procedural standards
• Led recruitment, hiring, training, and scheduling for temporary election staff
• Oversaw payroll coordination and workforce logistics for large-scale election operations
• Directed setup, transport, and breakdown of physical voting sites and equipment
• Conducted ADA compliance assessments and completed required state documentation
• Maintained voter records with consistent accuracy and productivity targets
• Implemented and utilized multiple software systems and LMS platforms
• Supervised full-cycle staffing process for election workforce

School Programs Manager / Education & Registration Coordinator at Butterfly Pavilion (2018-04 – 2022-10)

• Managed teams of educators and volunteers, including scheduling, payroll, and training
• Coordinated field trips, outreach programs, camps, and classes across departments
• Handled customer service operations, invoicing, and payment processing
• Produced financial reports, schedules, and scholarship tracking documentation
• Built and expanded partnerships with community organizations
• Contributed to departmental budgeting and strategic planning with senior leadership

Hotel Night Manager / Auditor at Stonebridge Properties (2016-09 – 2018-03)

• Managed front desk operations, reservations, and guest services
• Completed financial reporting including audits, credit card reconciliation, and daily reports
• Utilized proprietary systems along with Microsoft Office tools for operational tracking

Marketing Team Member at Whole Foods Market (2014-08 – 2015-10)

• Planned and executed marketing events and in-store promotions
• Collaborated across departments to drive customer engagement
• Developed nutrition education programming and conducted store tours and demos
• Coordinated with local vendors and community partners

Social Studies & Exceptional Children's Teacher at ArtSpace Charter School (2007-11 – 2014-06)

• Delivered curriculum across multiple subjects for grades Pre-K through 12
• Designed standards-based, arts-integrated lesson plans
• Managed classroom environments and student engagement
• Led professional development sessions and mentored educators
• Organized school events, partnerships, and fundraising initiatives

Master of Education in Secondary Education Certification – Middle Tennessee State University (2007)

Bachelor of Arts in History – Middle Tennessee State University (2007)

Bachelor of Science in Sociology – Middle Tennessee State University (2004)