Vitae – Roger C. Byrd

Education

Doctorate in Education Leadership (2018)
- Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA (GPA 3.92)
- Dissertation – Dissertation topic (Qualitative) – Secondary Education and Offender Recidivism in Georgia: An Analysis of Perspectives of Community Supervision Officers

Master of Science in Criminal Justice (2018)
- Georgia Southern University (GPA 4.0)

Post-Graduate Certificate in Cybercrime (2018)
- Armstrong State University (GPA 4.0)

Graduate Certificate in Digital and Social Media (2019)
- Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA

Master of Public Administration (2008)
- Valdosta State University, Valdosta, GA (GPA 3.50)

Bachelor of Science in Political Science (2007)
- Brewton-Parker College, Mount Vernon, GA (GPA 3.404)

Areas of Expertise

Professional Experience

Associate Professor of Social Sciences (2020 – present)

Develop and teach classes in Political Science, Public Administration, and Criminal Justice.
Advise students, maintain records, and make reports as the Director of the Criminal Justice program.
Campus Coordinator of the Georgia Legislative Intern Program.

Director of Prison Programs (2020 – present)

Develop and maintain relationships with community leaders and state policy-makers to develop and advance the college prison initiatives.
Campus Coordinator of the Georgia Legislative Intern Program.

Adjunct Professor of Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Business (2008 – 2020)

Developed and taught classes in Political Science, Criminal Justice, Government, Public Administration, and Business
Developed syllabi and course materials
Campus Coordinator of the Georgia Legislative Intern Program

Director of Development (2007-2008)

Cultivated and maintained relationships with institutional donors and supporters
Researched and wrote grants for designated projects.
Member of the President’s Advisory Committee

Director of Alumni Relations (2005-2007)

Corresponded with the alumni community
Produced newsletters and maintained alumni website and blog
Maintained a database of 6,000+ active alumni
Planned and executed alumni events, resulting in participation growth at such events each year
Acted as Executive Officer for the National Alumni Board, which consisted of 16 members

Manager of Business & Industry Services (2016-2020)

Oversaw Business & Industry Services Department
Developed and marketed continuing education programs
Created and delivered custom training programs for business and industry partners
Maintained presence within the greater OFTC Service Delivery Area through involvement in community activities and events
*Presidential Advisory Committee (PAC) Member, 2016 – 2020

Associate Dean of Adult Education (2012-2016)

Responsible for oversight of an 11-county Adult Education program serving over 1,500 students annually
Directly supervised approximately 40 faculty and staff members
Represented and marketed the Adult Education program in the greater community

Adult Education Instructor (2010-2012)

Planned and implemented lessons using a variety of strategies and formats to differentiate instruction and reach students of all academic levels
Initiated and developed the first GED program at the Laurens County (GA) Law Enforcement Center for court-ordered offenders
Grew the GED class based at the Dublin (GA)/Moore Street Alternative School by
- increasing the number of graduates at the site to the most ever to complete a GED in a single year, and
- collaborating closely with the school principal to help underage drop-out students continue their education in a socially and age-appropriate environment

GED Examiner (2009-2010)

Administered and scored GED tests in multiple locations throughout the SDA, including correctional facilities and extended adult location sites
Maintained security of all tests and testing materials

Business & Industry Continuing Education Instructor (2009-2010)

Adjunct Professor of Political Science (2013-present)

Chief of Staff / House Messenger (2003-2005)

Assisted the Speaker in the ongoing operation of the Georgia House of Representatives
Organized and managed the daily calendar for the House to allow members to present their legislation or otherwise address the assembly
Acted as the Speaker’s liaison and spokesperson with government agencies and other organizations
Supervised a diverse staff of approximately 60 people, ranging from professional researchers to maintenance workers

Founder / President (1981-2005)

Managed Business & Industrial Training and Compliance, OSHA, and Safety for a variety of private industrial and manufacturing firms
Provided Human Resources training for private and public businesses and organizations
Designed, conducted, and analyzed employee opinion surveys

Elected Member (1981-2002)

Provided public service and representation to my electoral district for a period of 22 years before retiring
Member of the House Industry Committee
- Senior Member – on committee for 22 years
- Chair, Economic Development Subcommittee
- Chair, Occupational Licensing Subcommittee
Other Committee Memberships
- Intra-Governmental Coordination Committee
- Rules Committee
- Human Relations & Aging Committee
- House Policy Committee
- Numerous study committees
Appointed to the Southern Growth Policies Board
- Elected Vice-Chair of the board
- Represented the consortium on an economic development mission to the United Kingdom
Member, Georgia World Congress Center Authority Overview Committee
Member, Governor’s Council for Developmental Disabilities (9 years)
Chairman, Youth in Government Committee with the Georgia YMCA (11 years)
Sponsor, Georgia House Internship Program (15 years)
Study Committee on Policing Practices (Occupational Licensing Sub-Committee, Chair) 1994
Correctional Industries Review – Farm Operations 1995
Vocational/Prison Education Task Force , Chair 1996
Prison/Technical Education Oversight (Intra-Governmental Coordination Committee, Chair) 1997
“Managing the Aging Inmate Population” (Human Relations and Aging Committee, Chair) 2001