Executive Board
Department of Natural Resources
Washington State Student Achievement Council
danicam@wsac.wa.gov
Danica Mitchell is a data analyst for the WA529 College Savings Plans, administered by the Washington Student Achievement Council. She has a master's degree in business administration from Western Governor’s University and is currently engaged in furthering her data analyst skills through various learning opportunities, including certificate programs.
Danica joined ICSEW in 2018 for professional development and networking opportunities. Through ICSEW, she discovered she enjoys collaborating with others and quickly joined the membership subcommittee. She is pleased to serve as treasurer and looks forward to continued collaboration with ICSEW.
Subcommittee Chairs
Employment Security Department
simone.smith@esd.wa.gov
Simone Smith is a Human Resource Consultant at the Employment Security Department and is new to state service. Simone is eager to connect and support other state employees and is thrilled to lead the Communications Committee. Simone is dedicated to promoting the messages of advocacy, diversity, and leadership.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
chalee.batungbacal@dfw.wa.gov
Pronounced SHAY-lee BA-toong-BA-call.
Aloha ʻoukou! Hello all! My name is Chalee, and I am the Legislative Coordinator at the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). I started with WDFW as a Legislative Intern for the 2019 session and have been on the Legislative Affairs team since then. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences (Biology) with a minor in Environmental Policy. I am currently in school to obtain my second bachelor’s degree in Hawaiian Pacific Studies.
I started attending ICSEW meetings in 2023 and am eager to continue building a network and community within the ICSEW. I am passionate about educating others about the legislative process and demystifying how “the sausage gets made.” I am looking forward to co-chairing the Legislative & Policy Committee and bringing my skillset to the ICSEW.
I live in Tacoma with my boyfriend, a rambunctious Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and a mischievous Maine Coon cat. When we are not working, we enjoy going for long walks in our neighborhood, exploring local restaurants and shops, and spending quality time with family and friends.
Employment Security Department
stephanie.goedecke@esd.wa.gov
Stephanie works for the Employment Security Department. She holds bachelor’s degrees in physics and electrical engineering. She started her career in the private sector in computer hardware then has worked in state government for about five years. For the last five years she has also been active in the Thurston County Food Project. Stephanie is passionate about bringing merit-based hiring and promotion practices back to our state government.
Office of Administrative Hearings
connie.becker@oah.wa.gov
Connie Becker has been a Legal Administrative Manager at the Office of Administrative Hearings since August 2019 and an ICSEW member since 2021. Prior to state service, she worked as an HR director at Taholah School District and as a Legal Administrator and Paralegal in private legal practices in Seattle and Fort Lauderdale, Fl. Connie earned a Bachelor of Arts in German from Western Washington University, a Paralegal Certificate from Highline Community College, and an MBA and Master’s Certificate in HR Management from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Department of Social and Health Services
allison.everett@dshs.wa.gov
I'm Allison and I work for DSHS/ESA/CSD as a Public Benefits Supervisor for the statewide Customer Service Contact Center. My team has a goal of transforming lives of Washingtonian's by determining eligibility for public assistance programs. I graduated from Eastern Washington University.
I have been apart of ICSEW for 3 years and I joined the Public Outreach Committee because I have a passion for helping people grow and achieve their goals and using their strengths.
I live in Eastern Washington with my husband, 2 Newfoundland dogs, and 2 cats. I enjoy spending my personal time making baked goods like breads and pies and being outdoors. I love laughing, watching a good drama or reality tv show, and spending time with my family.