Robert Vargas III
227 Dwyer Avenue #605
San Antonio, Texas 78204
(210) 790-7979
About Robert
Bilingual (English/Spanish) government affairs and public affairs professional with nearly two decades of experience in government relations, legislative and policy support, strategic communications, community engagement, and fundraising. Has served as a liaison between elected officials, public agencies, advocacy groups, and community stakeholders in San Antonio and Bexar County. Skilled at building coalitions, managing media and crisis communications, developing outreach plans, and turning organizational priorities into measurable results.
Core Competencies
Government Relations
Legislative Analysis
Strategic Communications
Media Relations
Crisis Communications
Community Outreach
Coalition Building
Campaign Management
Fundraising
Digital marketing
Spanish/English Translation
Graphic & Web Design
Employment Experience
March 2024 - Present
Pietrazek Law, PLLC
Spanish Translator
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Provide Spanish/English translation and interpretation for attorneys and clients in federal indigent criminal defense matters
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Facilitate accurate, confidential communication between attorneys and clients during meetings
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Translate legal documents, recorded interviews, and evidence, supporting the defense team's case preparation
January 2016 - Present
Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar
Campaign Manager
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Direct campaign strategy, messaging, and operations for a countywide elected official
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Build and execute fundraising plans and donor outreach
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Manage digital and traditional voter outreach, including paid media and social media
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Design campaign communications and informational materials for diverse community audiences
December 2020 - May 2021
State of Texas, Office of Representative Ray Lopez
Policy Advisor
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Supported the development and drafting of legislation during the Texas legislative session
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Advised the Representative on legislative priorities and policy positions
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Engaged constituents, advocacy groups, and community stakeholders on legislative issues and district concerns
March 2020 - January 2021
Phipps Mays, PLLC
Government Affairs and Public Policy Director
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Served as the firm's liaison to government officials and agencies
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Monitored government activity, legislation, and policy developments that could affect the firm's clients, working alongside attorneys in a law firm environment
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Developed strategic plans and advocacy approaches for client and organizational activities
January 2001 - Present
RV3 Strategies, LLC
Principal
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Develop and carry out marketing, communications, and outreach strategies for business, political, and nonprofit clients
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Plan and execute fundraising strategies for campaigns and organizations
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Plan, buy, and manage digital outreach campaigns across channels
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Design marketing and informational materials, including print, web, and social media content
January 2019 - March 2020
Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
Constituent Liaison & Intergovernmental Affairs Coordinator
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Developed community programs that built public trust in the Sheriff's Office
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Served as liaison to elected offices and other government entities
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Supported the Public Information Office with media, public communications, and community messaging
Education
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San Antonio College, Alamo Colleges District, San Antonio, TX. Pursuing a BA in English (in progress), with plans to attend law school
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Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency, 2026
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Marque Learning Center, graduate, 2005
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John F. Kennedy High School, San Antonio, TX
Leadership and Community Involvement
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President, Texas Stonewall Democrats
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Founder and Board of Governors, National Federation of Stonewall Democrats
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Chairman, Texas Democratic Party Disciplinary Committee
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Member, San Antonio Fiesta Commission
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Member, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement
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Author, Democracy: A Contact Sport
References
State Representative Philip Cortez - Texas House District 117
philip.cortez@house.texas.gov
Sheriff Javier Salazar - Bexar County Sheriff's Office
Judge Mary Lou Alvarez - 45th Civil District Court
Mary Pietrazek, Attorney
TJ Mayes, Attorney
