Myra Smith
Humble,TX
Summary
Dedicated leader in youth ministry with a proven history of developing and implementing programs that enhance spiritual growth. Skilled in organizational management and effective communication, with strengths in team-building and problem-solving. Past initiatives have significantly boosted youth engagement in church activities and deepened their understanding of faith.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Youth Ministry
Christ Temple Apostolic Church
Houston, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated outreach efforts for church youth programs and community service projects.
- Assisted with planning special events such as retreats, camps, and conferences.
- Offered support and advice to students seeking spiritual direction.
- Supported youth ministry programs through lesson preparation, prayer, and event setup.
Division Manager
Harris County Pretrial Services Agency
Houston, Tx
10.1984 - 06.2018
- Directed daily operations for Harris County Pretrial Services Agency division( 3 shifts)
- Supervised staff conducting pretrial case reviews and providing court support to ensure thorough evaluations
- Ensured adherence to agency policies by regularly reviewing practices and procedures. to uphold standards and integrity within operations
- Set and monitored division-wide policies, procedures and cultural standards.
- Monitored compliance with agency policies
- Conducted regular employee reviews to assess job performance and identify training needs.
- Built strong relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Evaluated staff performance to identify areas for professional development. to assess job performance and identify training needs.
- Organized meetings between senior executives and key stakeholders to facilitate communication and collaboration on division objectives
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX 09.1997 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Hampton University
Hampton, VA 08.1976 - 05.1980
Skills
- Event coordination
- Volunteer management
- Staff supervision
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Administrative tasks
- Youth curriculum planning
Affiliations
Reading, Traveling, Volunteering at the Food Bank.
Timeline
Director of Youth Ministry
Christ Temple Apostolic Church
01.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - Counseling
Prairie View A&M University
09.1997 - 12.2000
Division Manager
Harris County Pretrial Services Agency
10.1984 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Hampton University
08.1976 - 05.1980