John Power

Professional Background

John Power was elected Alachua County Tax Collector in 2014 after 14 years as chief deputy tax collector. He previously worked for the property appraiser as a senior appraiser and tax-roll analyst. His University of Florida education includes a bachelor’s degree in public relations and a master’s degree from its business college. He holds public-management, tax-collection, appraisal and real-estate-broker credentials. His official biography records leadership in the Florida Tax Collectors Association, including its presidency, and involvement with United Way, the Florida Sterling Council and Radiant Credit Union. These affiliations are biographical information rather than evidence of campaign support.

Experience

• Chief deputy tax collector for 14 years before election in 2014
• Alachua County Property Appraiser senior-level appraiser and tax-roll analyst
• Alachua County Tax Collector, elected 2014
• Florida Tax Collectors Association board and former Secretary of Education, Vice-President and President

Education

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  University of Florida — bachelor’s degree in Public Relations

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  University of Florida College of Business — master’s degree (specific degree title not stated)

• Certified Public Manager — professional credential

• Certified Florida Collector — professional credential

• Florida Certified Appraiser — professional credential

• Leadership Gainesville — leadership program

Office & Authority

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