A high-level aide to Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza has resigned after less than a year on the job.

Robin Muksian joined City Hall as the director of administration last August.

In a statement, Elorza did not explain the reason for Muksian’s exit.

Muksian served as executive director of operations for the Providence schools before becoming administration head at City Hall.

In a brief statement announcing her exit, Elorza said he commends Muksian’s work for the residents and students of Providence.

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