Jennifer DeMonstoy is a dedicated civil service professional whose roots in county service run deep and whose commitment to growth, family, and public service truly stands out. Jennifer is a lifelong Steuben County resident, and her connection to public service began at an early age. Her mother was a county…

With more than two decades of experience spanning both the private and public sectors, Christy Spadaro has built a career defined by leadership, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to supporting employees and strengthening organizational operations. Her broad professional background—rooted in employee relations, labor relations, equitable workplace practices, payroll, benefits, and…

Mary Pat Filbert is a dedicated civil service professional whose career, compassion, and commitment to public service have positively shaped the City of Lockport for nearly three decades. Born and raised in Livonia, NY, Mary Pat’s passion for creativity and education first led her into the arts. She graduated from…

With an impressive career that bridges both the private and public sectors, Thomas Melito brings a wealth of experience, leadership, and insight to the world of civil service. Thomas began his professional journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from SUNY New Paltz and went on to earn an MBA…

Gladys (G.G.) Herndon-Hill is a lifelong Buffalonian whose dedication to public service, leadership, and community engagement has made a lasting impact both within and beyond city government. Born and raised in Buffalo, G.G. credits her deep appreciation for community and family as the foundation of her professional journey. Married to…

Diane Hayden’s career is a story of dedication, adaptability, and deep respect for the principles of public service. Growing up in Montgomery County, Diane was surrounded by family members who worked in the civil service system, a foundation that would later guide her own professional path. After earning her Bachelor’s…

A proud Buffalo native, Deborah Makowski has always been guided by her roots, her family, and her love of connection. Sixteen years ago, she made Chautauqua County her home—a place where she has built both a meaningful life and career. The middle child of three girls, Deborah grew up surrounded…

Originally from South Jersey, Carole Ruiz began her professional journey in banking before being recruited to serve as a Legal Assistant for an attorney in Cherry Hill, NJ. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Davis College with the original goal of attending law school — a goal she still keeps…

Growing up in Brooklyn, NY, as part of a large Italian-American family, Angela Sapienza was instilled with a strong work ethic and a deep sense of community from an early age. Her academic path was as diverse as her professional journey: she earned a B.A. in Sociology and Political Science,…