MIGUEL A. GÓMEZ___________________________________
2804 El Tesoro Escondido, NW
Albuquerque, NM 87120
mig.gomez@comcast.net
(505) 508-4052
(505) 977-2207
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
 Excellent communication and organizational skills, including the ability to manage
multiple projects simultaneously.
 Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions and prepare recommendations.
 Extensive experience working with government agencies, elected officials, business
groups, community organizations, neighborhood associations and the media.
 Proficient with various computer programs.
 Exceptional ability to prepare accurate and effective written materials.
 Strong research skills and extensive experience in the evaluation of public policy
alternatives.
EDUCATION
University of Texas School of Law 1987-88
Austin, Texas
Distinguished Scholar Award
University of Notre Dame BA 1987
South Bend, Indiana
Major – Government & International Relations
Minor - Anthropology
EXPERIENCE
Owner & President (January 2003 – Present)
Miguel Gómez Consulting
I provide a wide range of professional services for local and national clients; including
research, strategy development, communications and lobbying services. Among others,
my clients include St. Joseph Community Health Services, Edison Schools and the
Walton Family Foundation.
Division Director (May 2005 – June 2006)
Employment Security Division
New Mexico Department of Labor
I managed all operations of the largest division at the Department of Labor. I was
responsible for a staff of over four hundred state employees with twenty-six field offices
throughout New Mexico and an annual budget of approximately $30 million.
City Councilor (November 2001 – December 2005)
City of Albuquerque
I served as an elected official on the City’s governing body charged with establishing
goals and objectives, enacting laws and formulating an annual budget of $1 billion.
I originated legislation, provided oversight of government operations and communicated
with the public, government representatives and the media. During my tenure on the City
Council, I served as Vice President and Chairman of the Albuquerque/Bernalillo County
Government Commission.
Associate Director (July 2001 – January 2003)
The Albuquerque Partnership
I managed the day-to-day operations of this small non-profit organization. I prepared
grant proposals, negotiated and monitored compliance agreements, supervised
professional and administrative staff and initiated a new fund raising campaign.
Community Relations Manager & Policy Analyst (February 1995 – July 2001)
Council Services
City of Albuquerque
I directed the Constituent Services & Community Relations Division. I worked on a
wide variety of projects crucial to the operations of the City of Albuquerque. I was
involved in the planning and implementation of numerous policy initiatives, assisted with
budget issues, special projects, legislative action and the communication of these
initiatives to the public and media.
Manager & Job Developer (April 1989 – February 1995)
Project Succeed
Youth Development, Inc.
I managed all aspects of this innovative, multi-component education and job training
program. I supervised a large staff of teachers, counselors, job developers and support
staff while overseeing tremendous growth in this nationally recognized program. I also
initiated agency wide fund raising efforts, including the establishment of an annual golf
tournament and development of new corporate partnerships.
Research Analyst (August 1988 – November 1988)
Udall for Congress
I researched public records of the opposition candidate, prepared memoranda and
participated in formulating campaign strategy.
Law Clerk (May 1988 – August 1988)
Miller, Stratvert, Torgerson & Schlenker
I researched legal issues, prepared memoranda, presented oral and written evaluations of
possible defenses and attended depositions, hearings and trials. I worked closely with the
lead attorney on all aspects of a case.
COMMUNITY SERVICE & PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Southwest Voter Registration and Education Project
PNM Hispanic Heritage Scholarship Committee
Landlord-Tenant Hotline Board of Directors
Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Leadership Albuquerque
Notre Dame Club of New Mexico
REFERENCES FOR MIGUEL A. GÓMEZ
Allen Sanchez
President & CEO
St. Joseph Community Health Services
300 Central Ave., SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
(505) 319-3334
Regis Pecos
Chief of Staff
Speaker of the House
New Mexico House of Representatives
State Capitol
Santa Fe, NM 87501
(505) 986-4782
Ambassador Edward L. Romero
1521 Eagle Ridge Road, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87122
(505) 440-6953
Debra Muller Baca
Vice President
Youth Development, Inc.
901 Pennsylvania Ave., NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 681-0254
Additional references available upon request