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Tina Evans

Waverly

Summary

Seasoned CEO with proven leadership skills and track record of driving organizational growth. Experienced in strategic planning, business development, operational management, and team leadership. Notable success in capitalizing on new business opportunities, increasing profitability, and managing business relationships. Instrumental in achieving corporate goals through hands-on involvement in all aspects of business operations.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO/Programs Coordinator/ Housing Director/Family Engagement Coordinator

Alabama Council on Human Relations (Non-Profit)
01.2019 - Current
  • Executive leader that champions positive transformation as a way to empower programs for the community. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with an ability to interact effectively with Board leaders/members.
  • Lead agency from a non-compliant status which jeopardized our $9M grant to re-competing for the funding and re-obtained our $9M in federal funding for a 5 year Grant period.
  • Wrote all grants that sustained a $13 M budget.
  • Developed and implemented a week long agency-wide pre-service conference training long with an annual professional development and training plan.
  • Responsible for developing and strengthening the agency's image, awareness, and positioning within the Federal Office of Head Start Statewide, Regionally, and Nationally.
  • Ensure compliance within all areas of Head Start including Family Engagement, ERSEA, Fiscal, Nutrition, Education, Health Services, Governance, non-federal share, and related HS budget to direct and guide the activities of staff working in these areas.
  • Met with Management Team regularly to review data to ensure compliance with program criteria, HS law/Performance Standards, Alabama State Licensing Performance Standards, and ACHR policies and see that all deadlines are achieved.
  • Work with staff to plan for and write quality Community Assessments, Strategic Plans, and Self-Assessment/Improvement Plans that meet requirements, and timelines and that support the annual E/HS grant application and adjustments in goals and objectives.
  • Work with Management and Executive Leadership Team to plan, organize, develop, implement, and monitor strategies to meet program goals and objectives as outlined in the first-year grant of the 5-year cycle.
  • Regularly monitor program progress toward goals; as needed, revise them and continue monitoring to meet the needs. Ensure program data from all areas are reported regularly to the Board and Policy Council.
  • Work with the CFO to develop a program budget and monitor expenditures.
  • Work with leadership team to determine the professional development (PD) needs of each member of the E/HS staff and assist with the implementation of the PD program to include continuous improvement of staff and program.
  • Resolve complex problems related to the E/HS programs, interpret policies as needed, and as needed handle complaints in an appropriate manner following policies and procedures.
  • Represent ACHR at local, state, and national meetings; serve on committees and boards on behalf of ACHR.
  • Maintain close communication with the Board of Directors in a complete and timely manner, give pertinent information that helps them carry out their decision-making and policy-making functions as it relates to Head Start.
  • Review and make decisions in situations where administrative and operational policy interpretations are involved.
  • Ensure a safe work environment and exhibit safe work practices.
  • Attends staff and Policy Council meetings.
  • Perform other tasks as required.

Executive Director

Domestic Violence Intervention Center (Non-Profit)
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Demonstrated leadership to influence change, develop relationships with members of the board, and drive decisions without direct authority to achieve higher levels of performance.
  • Secured State and local grants like United Way, Alabama Department of Economic Development Agency (ADECA), Junior League, Lee County Commission, City of Auburn, City of Opelika, Auburn United Methodist, and Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence. Increasing the agency revenue by 23%.
  • Managed and supervised a $70,000 Renovation to the Shelter to revitalize the shelter kitchen, living room, library, playroom, and improved confidential security system which resulted in improved living condition in the shelter.
  • Developed budget collaboration and preparation for 2017,2018, 2019.
  • Responsible for the use of “in-kind donations” which reduced the agency amount of match money required to support ADECA grant funding.
  • Directed the process by which the agency filed all necessary documents with Probate Court and the Secretary of State to achieve the legal protections of an incorporated agency.
  • Develop and implemented new hiring practices and onboarding process for new employees, which included background checks, new employee forms and new hire orientation. This led to expedited productivity of new employees
  • Responsible for a five-county service area. Recognized the legal vulnerability of the agency due to an unincorporated status and implemented the process which achieved incorporated status for the agency.
  • Responsible for Public speaking- Walk a Mile in Her Shoes, candlelight vigil, and radio shows and trainings at Auburn University, and community events.
  • Directed service delivery of case management, legal advocacy, a self-sufficiency program, child advocacy, outreach, emergency food and clothing, new emergency clothing closet, outreach food pantry, support groups, and a contracted therapist etc.
  • Responsible for evaluations, feedback and training employees. This led to increased staff competencies and improved client service deliveries.
  • Initiated the participation with Color for a Cause community event which resulted in being the 2019 Award Winner!
  • Community Engagement and Collaborations: Increased public (Local/State) awareness through the creation of a new website, creation of an online presence through Facebook, and assisted with the design and new use of digital billboards.
  • Spearheaded and coordinated agency participation in Community Event Awareness- City Fest, Movers for Moms, Silent Witness, National Night Out, Alabama Career Center, The Achievement Center, Salvation Army, Goodwill, Auburn United Methodist, Cheryl Comer Ministries, Auburn Unitarian Universalist Fellowship. United Way, Sun Trust storage, CHIZIK foundation, Alpha Chi Sorority.
  • Directed weekly Executive Staff Meetings to discuss Budget and Program Development and case management progress
  • Responded to crisis calls and shelter emergencies 24/7. Effectively Managed and de-escalation of Client situations.

Program Director & Forensic Interviewer

Twin Cedars Youth & Family Services (Non-Profit)
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Result driven leader that spearheaded the coordination rollout of Erin’s Law roll for the Governor’s Executive order which resulted in all of AUBURN AND LEE COUNTY SCHOOLS adopting a child sexual abuse curriculum for K-12. Lead training at Auburn University on Child Maltreatment Forensic Interviewer Trained Forensic Interviewer by the National Child Advocacy Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Interviewed over 500 children regarding sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, or violent crimes.
  • Secured State and Local Grants. Increasing the agency revenue by 15%.
  • Wrote the Lee and Macon County Juvenile Justice Mini-Grant that provided training for MDT team members.
  • Initiated and implemented fundraiser- 2016 Boots and Bowties- which profited $12,000.
  • Engaged with donors to obtain a $50,000 donation, and an additional donation of $8,000 to build a privacy fence for the playground. Developed and conducted community education and trainings programs.
  • Coordinated and directed the multidisciplinary team for two counties. Our MDT team consisted of members of Child Protective Services, Law Enforcement, the Lee County District Attorney's office, Mental Health, our Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE), and CAC staff. We met monthly to discuss a very child interviewed at the Child Advocacy Center. The purpose was to coordinated community services and resources for our families and to discuss any updates on the CPS and law enforcement investigations and potential prosecution of each case.
  • Re-established positive relationships and community partnerships with DHR, Law Enforcement and District Attorney’s office, United Way and Alabama Network of Child Advocacy Center.
  • Created/Managed- 1st annual Child Abuse Awareness Conference-2017.
  • Engaged in Community speaking engagements: Opelika Exchange club, Auburn University, Kiwanis Club, Lee County Commission, United Way Mayoral Proclamations which brought increased awareness to the Child Advocacy Center.
  • Member of Lee County Leadership Class 2015/16, resulting in a New Playground built for the Child Advocacy Center.
  • Initiated a clothing closet for families served by the agency.
  • Directed and coordinated our Multi-Disciplinary Team meetings which included members of child welfare workers, Law Enforcement officers and district attorney office employees. I less met monthly to discuss all child sexual abuse cases and assisted with more rapid prosecutions of child abuse cases.
  • Assisted with budget preparation supervision, training and technical assistance of staff.
  • Worked collaboratively with DHR, Law Enforcement agencies, Alabama Bureau of Investigations, the District Attorney’s office, physicians and mental health professionals. Testified in criminal court and family court.
  • Provided DHR, Law Enforcement, and Court with timely reports.
  • Trained crisis management coordinator with the ability to talk to families about sexual abuse.

Substitute Teacher

Tuscaloosa County Public Schools
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Substitute teaching grades k-12.
  • Position requires flexibility, and the ability to handle whatever crisis that may arise during that day.

Owner/Founder

Comforts of Home Daycare
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Owner of Comfort of Home Daycare. Initiated and maintained a licensed, daycare for children. Developed policies and procedures which provided subsidized financial day care assistance for low income families in the CDRS (Child Development Resource Services) program in Alabama
  • Organized, implemented creative activities and a curriculum which supported appropriate child development

Family Assistance Manager

Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Lead recruitment of low-income families for the Head Start Program and enrolled over 1200 children into the Head Start Program. Developed Marketing strategies to recruit and increase family participation in Head Start program
  • Organized registration sites/ conducted parent education meetings

Child Counselor

For Children’s Sake (Non Profit)
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Supervised emotionally disturbed and behavior disordered children. Maintained detailed documentation of various disorders and behaviors occurrences
  • Provided legal medication to children in placement

Deputy Juvenile Officer

St. Louis City Family Court
01.2001 - 01.2006
  • Provided case management/ strict documentation and court testimony. Conducted Child Abuse and Neglect Investigations. Provided service for juveniles who had committed felony and misdemeanor law violations and met with families to weekly to assess progress on sort term and long-term goals.
  • Collaborated with community agencies which improved outcomes for families.

Case manager & Community Liaison Supervisor

Division of Family Services
01.1997 - 01.2001
  • Case manager of foster care and crisis intervention with children and families. Provided timely reports and testimony on cases in court. Provided referrals to families to link them to community agencies
  • Supervised contract agencies for compliance with State Policies. Developed training plan to be in compliance of polices

Education

B.S. - Education & Psychology

Stephens College

Skills

  • grant writing
  • program compliance
  • budget management
  • strategic planning
  • policy development
  • community engagement
  • team leadership
  • public speaking
  • issue resolution
  • professional development
  • crisis management
  • Results orientation
  • Time management
  • Professional demeanor
  • Ethical leadership

Career Achievements

  • Community Action Agency Board Member 2022-25
  • Beyond expectations Board Member 2021-20222020 Junior League of Lee County- Distinguished Woman of Service Award 2020
  • Opelika Chamber of Commerce Ambassador 2019- 2020
  • Once Voice Coalition Board Member- January 2019- 2020
  • Member Alabama Coalition against Domestic Violence Legislative Committee Member 2018-2019
  • Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated, Psi Gama Zeta Chapter 2018 Woman of the Year Award
  • Lee County Humane Society Volunteer 2018- Present
  • Human Trafficking Taskforce 2016-2017
  • Children’s Policy Council- Co-Chair on Abuse 2016-2017
  • Member of the Sexual Assault Response team 2016- 2017
  • Alabama Network of Child Advocacy Center Board Member 2014-2017
  • Selected to participate in Twin Cedars University 2015/16
  • Lee County Leadership Class 2015/16 2015/16
  • Licensed Foster Parent for the State of Alabama Sept.2014- 2018
  • Licensed Foster Parent for the State of Missouri Oct.2001-Oct. 2003
  • Alternative Care Team Board member from November 2001- 2003

Timeline

CEO/Programs Coordinator/ Housing Director/Family Engagement Coordinator

Alabama Council on Human Relations (Non-Profit)
01.2019 - Current

Executive Director

Domestic Violence Intervention Center (Non-Profit)
01.2017 - 01.2019

Program Director & Forensic Interviewer

Twin Cedars Youth & Family Services (Non-Profit)
01.2013 - 01.2017

Substitute Teacher

Tuscaloosa County Public Schools
01.2010 - 01.2013

Owner/Founder

Comforts of Home Daycare
01.2008 - 01.2011

Family Assistance Manager

Fairfax County Public Schools
01.2006 - 01.2007

Child Counselor

For Children’s Sake (Non Profit)
01.2006 - 01.2007

Deputy Juvenile Officer

St. Louis City Family Court
01.2001 - 01.2006

Case manager & Community Liaison Supervisor

Division of Family Services
01.1997 - 01.2001

B.S. - Education & Psychology

Stephens College

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