Tabitha Brewton-Hanna
Florence,SC
Summary
Methodical Director with 20 years of comprehensive experience overseeing daily operations of a County Government organization. Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans and overseeing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of market changes and trends paired with strong grasp of corporate finance and performance measures.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Planning
Clarendon County Administration- Planning and Public Service Commission
Manning, South Carolina
06.2021 - Current
- Partner with the Planning and Zoning Commission; responsible for administering the County’s planning, water and sewer franchise, and land development regulation programs; improve coordination and cooperation between other County departments and local governments; prepare and administer the annual Department budget; and supervise the Department staff. Conduct other activities requested by the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, County Administrator, or County Council.
- Responsible for the administration of the flood management program described in the Unified Development Code (UDC)
- Make or require any construction inspections to ascertain compliance with the provisions of the UDC and other laws which are in force and to ascertain that such building or structure is constructed or erected as indicated on the approved permit application
- May issue an administrative variance pursuant to the requirements of Section of the UDC
- Review and provide timely written recommendations for all matters in this code requiring action by the Planning Commission and/or Zoning Board of Appeals
- Review and provide timely written recommendations to the County Council when requested to do so
- Coordinate street address assignments with the Emergency Services Department
- Ensure that all building permits meet the requirements of the Standard Building Code
- Ensure that all manufactured home installations meet the requirements of the South Carolina Manufactured Housing Board statutes and administrative rules
- Establish and periodically revise various forms used and the administration and enforcement of the UDC
- Approve Site Plan applications upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of the code
- Issue comments regarding subdivision sketch, and preliminary, and final subdivision plans
- Maintain the County’s Official Zoning Map and all records thereto
- Maintain all Department records in conformance with the Freedom of Information Act requirements
- Prepare construction and operation standards and regulations for water and sewer systems for consideration by the Planning Commission
- Prepare road construction standards for consideration by the Planning Commission.
- Directed the planning and implementation of a comprehensive land use strategy.
- Developed and monitored annual operating plans, capital budgets, debt capacity, and financial performance metrics.
- Collaborated with government officials on zoning regulations and development policy issues.
- Reviewed project proposals to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Managed staff responsible for long-term strategic planning initiatives.
- Coordinated public outreach efforts related to various planning projects.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to inform decision making processes.
- Organized meetings between stakeholders to discuss current and upcoming projects.
- Conducted research on regional economic trends and market conditions.
- Prepared reports summarizing progress of ongoing projects for senior management review.
- Provided guidance on best practices for urban design principles and strategies.
- Established procedures for tracking changes in local ordinances that could impact future plans.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration on matters related to growth management.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing policies, programs, or systems.
- Participated in professional organizations to stay abreast of industry developments.
- Advised executive team on potential risks associated with proposed projects.
- Presented recommendations at public hearings regarding proposed zoning changes.
- Negotiated contracts with outside consultants engaged in special planning studies.
- Developed criteria used to evaluate competing proposals submitted by developers.
- Monitored budget allocations allocated towards various planning activities.
- Handled responsibilities successfully in manager's absence.
- Led complex business transformation projects, overseeing tasks from planning stages to completion.
- Performed market analysis to gather industry insights and inform strategic plans.
Legal Associate
Honda North America
Marysville, OH
10.2018 - 06.2021
- Partner with Honda North America Law Division (collocated in Marysville, Ohio) to support counsel and related internal business units with responsibility for maintaining, responding to, and resolving litigation matters related to EEOC, ADA, FMLA, HIPPA, and other legal compliance matters – both internal and external
- Perform Law Department duties including, but not limited to processing subpoenas, entering legal holds, coordinating Legal Team meetings, maintaining legal records, in-house depositions, attending CLEs for legal education updates, creating and participating in legal project-based presentations in coordination with Ohio, California, Alabama, and Indiana HNA Law Divisions – resulting in successful closure of 67 cases related to Employment Law Matters, Contracts & Agreements, Worker’s Compensation and other litigation (an 89% decrease in caseloads overall)
- Created and facilitated more than 20 Diversity and Inclusion sessions related to the Man2Man Fatherhood Initiative, South Carolina Voter Registration, African American History, LGBT Awareness, Women’s Self-Defense, Veterans Recognition, and Women’s Health Nutrition Awareness – for more than 942 hourly and salaried Honda North America and Honda of South Carolina associates through Corporate Social Responsibility
- Managed and coordinated six team projects in partnership with client companies – preparing each for proceedings on Essentials of Great Customer Service, Working at Home Tips, Seminars on Teamwork, and Overcoming Barriers that resulted in increased profitability, productivity, more collaborative conflict management, and the establishment of effective team communication
- Partnered with community partners (Hope Health, Florence Chamber of Commerce, Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities, Pee Dee Coalition, and The Care House of the Pee Dee in conjunction with Honda South Carolina Business Resource Groups to create and maintain corporate relationships – contributing to $100,000s USD and several hundred volunteer hours throughout the local region
- Provided autonomous and self-empowerment information resources as President of the Honda of South Carolina Business Resource Group.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Property Manager
Southern Development Management Company
West Columbia, South Carolina
07.2016 - 10.2018
- Directed daily operations of Income Based-Section 8 Mount Zion Apartment community according to Fair Housing Standards, with 123 units in the City of Florence (SC) area and maintained 95% occupancy with team of five property management and administrative staff
- Developed and managed Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) reports and Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Reports, while managing an annual budget of 600$K and allocating resources (e.g., Project Management, Facility Management, and Financial Management support) in alignment with industry guidelines and corporate standards
- Processed incoming applications for rental approval
- Prepared lease and rental agreements ensuring accuracy and completion
- Partnered with the Board of Directors to increase overall sales by 50% through negotiated contracts and secure long-term tenant agreements; maintaining operational compliance; marketing and brand management; capital project improvements; and tenant engagement
- Managed all site administrative and accounting functions (e.g., quarterly inspections of units to ensure safety and compliance for more than 123 units; balancing residential, property, supplier, and onsite data management.
Supervisor, Human Services Coordinator
South Carolina Department of Social Services
Florence, South Carolina
11.2013 - 07.2016
- Managed a team of six Human Services Specialists in preparing for and maintaining more than 600 family court cases in partnership with more than 1000 families, Clerks of Court, Attorneys, Sheriff’s Departments, and other state, local, and federal agencies
- Initiated, influenced, and maintained communication with more than 12 units in the Division of Child Support Services and the Department of Social Services on matters related to pleadings, hearings, and interviews on more than 200 custodial parent interviews for paternity interstate support
- Trained, mentored, and developed more than 15 Human Services Support Specialists on case policy and procedure with responsibility for maintaining oversight on the accurate processing of more than 1000 case records and narrative recordings in accordance with audit requirements and agency policies
- Interpreted child support program services to more than 100 clients, partner agencies, and the community.
Human Services Specialist II
South Carolina Department of Social Services
Florence, South Carolina
05.1996 - 11.2013
- Served as liaison between 100’s families, agency personnel, and court officials with responsibility for conducting and analyzing legal research; performing customer service functions (e.g., interviews, written and verbal inquiries, data management); maintaining client cases in preparation for family court proceedings; and negotiating support amounts with correlating forms and contempt orders.
Education
Doctorate - Law and Policy
Liberty University
01.2025
Certificate - Planning & Zoning
The Ohio State University
07-2023
Master of Arts - Law
Regent University School of Law
01.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Limestone College
Gaffney, SC01.2011
Skills
- Strategic Communications
- People Strategy & Partnerships
- Legal Compliance
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Engagement Policy Deployment
- Project Management
- Case Management
- Business Resource Groups
- Community Relations
- Staff Development
- Risk & Opportunity Analysis
- Cross-Functional Teams
- Budget Development
- Data Interpretation
- Budget Preparation
- Research methods
- Department management
- Relationship Building
- Demand forecasting
- Cost Control
- Employee Development
- Financial Oversight
- Delegation
- Budget Control
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Capital Spending
- Staff Management
Awards And Affiliations
- Chairman, Honda of South Carolina – Business Resource Group
- Advocacy Volunteer, Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
- Martin Luther King Day Committee, Timmonsville High School
- Emerging Leaders Award Recipient, Florence Chamber of Commerce
- Member, Legal Staff Association of South Carolina
- Co-Chairman, Legal Staff Professionals – Election Commission
- Pee Dee Coalition
- Harvest Hope Food Bank
- City of Florence Recreation Department
- South Carolina Department of Social Services Recognition of Service
- Member of American Planning Association-Nationally
- South Carolina Chapter
Training And Skills
Risk Management, International Business Management Institute, Problem Solving and Decision-Making, Kepner-Tregoe, Project Management, Kepner-Tregoe, South Carolina Property Management License, National Affordable Housing Management Association, Certified Professional Occupancy Officer, Medical Terminology, Nursing Assistant, Microsoft Office Suite, PeopleSoft, KRONOS, SAP, Grant Writing (Poynor Adult Education Center), Voice of the Customer Service Training-SCDSS
Affiliations
- Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Chairman of Sisterly Relations Committee
- Fundraising, Philanthropic events
Timeline
Director of Planning
Clarendon County Administration- Planning and Public Service Commission
06.2021 - Current
Legal Associate
Honda North America
10.2018 - 06.2021
Property Manager
Southern Development Management Company
07.2016 - 10.2018
Supervisor, Human Services Coordinator
South Carolina Department of Social Services
11.2013 - 07.2016
Human Services Specialist II
South Carolina Department of Social Services
05.1996 - 11.2013
Doctorate - Law and Policy
Liberty University
Certificate - Planning & Zoning
The Ohio State University
Master of Arts - Law
Regent University School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Limestone College
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