Melissa Burks Smith
Program Manager Work Ready Oklahoma Statewide Expansion | Educator | Mentor
- Role
- Program Manager Work Ready Oklahoma Statewide Expansion at Public Strategies
- Location
- Edmond, OK, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Melissa Burks Smith
The heart of my professional journey beats for community empowerment, particularly through the lens of education and workforce development. At Public Strategies, my role as Program Manager for the Work Ready Oklahoma Statewide Expansion is a testament to this commitment, where I leverage my expertise in adult education and program implementation to make a tangible impact on financially vulnerable populations. My mission is to bridge the gap between potential and opportunity. This is realized through teaching and mentoring high school students in Oklahoma City Public Schools, my contributions to the GEAR UP grant programs and now, by spearheading initiatives that extend the reach of critical support services across rural Oklahoma. My approach combines critical thinking with a deep understanding of the educational and workforce landscape, ensuring that every strategy is tailored to meet the nuanced needs of diverse communities.
Experience
Program Manager Work Ready Oklahoma Statewide Expansion
Jul 2024 — Present · Oklahoma City, OK, US
Education
University of Oklahoma
Master of Human Relations (MHR), Race Relations
2006 — 2009
University of Central Oklahoma
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice/ Sociology
2000 — 2004
University of Central Oklahoma
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Secondary Education and Teaching
2011 — 2013
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