Suzette Byrd

• Work with Byrd’s of a Feather Board of Directors and agency staff to generate and implement a long range plan including annual agency goals and objectives. • Oversee the fiscal management of the agency including but not limited to oversight of Fiscal Manager Contractor, preparation, updating and monitoring the agency budget, approval of expenditures, monthly fiscal reports and filing of corporate returns and audit. Ensure the short term and long term working capital is adequate for the agency’s needs. • Hiring, supervision and termination of key management positions. Oversee supervision, evaluation and training of all agency staff to assure program quality and adherence to regulations. • Serve as agency leader, supporting and communicating with staff members on all agency planning, programs and staff development and setting a positive, collaborative atmosphere. • Oversee management of center enrollments to assure enrollment and staffing are balanced for a quality program, which meets all regulations and fiscal goals. • Manage agency facilities including but not limited to facility purchases, maintenance and leases and contracts with school districts. Assure facilities meet regulations and provide healthy and safe environment for children and employees. • Develop new programs and/or services in accordance with agency goals and objectives. • Manage and evaluate all agency programs. Serve as a liaison between the agency, Board and program funders. Address parental concerns and develop solutions with Board if necessary. • With the Board of Directors, identify and evaluate agency risks and implement measures to control risks. Implement legal decisions of the Board of Directors and assure all relevant regulations and laws are followed. • Act as agency spokesperson. Represent or designate a representative to appropriate community organizations