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Montgomery, AL

Posted:

June 25, 2020

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ADMINISTRATIVE RESUME

Bernadette M. Chapple, Ph.D.

(334) ~ 235-0781 ~ **********@*****.***

ADMINISTRATIVE/EXECUTIVE PROFILE

Accomplished professional with a track record of progressive responsibility and achievement in higher education leadership and administration. Key strengths include: objective based goal assessment, qualitative and quantitative assessment and evaluation, administration of operations; fiscal and budgetary planning and management; human resources management; classroom instruction; research and analysis; data governance, data stewardship, and strategic planning and development. Proven record for creating and implementing a vision, conveying expectations, and accomplishing impressive measurable, quantifiable results.

Leadership in Planning and Curriculum Development. Conducted program reviews, coordinated and directed planning initiatives, and instrumental in developing new program initiatives (e.g., information technology with educational assessment).

Conducted workshops on academic planning, faculty evaluation, assessment and institutional effectiveness. Knowledgeable of strategic planning issues and trends and provided leadership in the area of institutional planning and total quality management.

Budgeting and Resource Allocations. Responsible for the oversight and management of the operating budget of the Center for Leadership and Public Policy, which entails developing budget documents based on planning assumptions and forecasting. Successful in linking the budgeting and planning functions and, where possible, linking allocations to productivity.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Analytics Division Chief

Air Force Culture and Language Center

Maxwell AFB, Montgomery, AL 8/2015-Present

Responsible for comprehensive programmatic assessment that includes data management and data stewardship that yields appropriate quantitative and qualitative data results for institutional effectiveness and program management related to Language, Region, and Culture (LRC) training and education in the Air Force. Secret Security Clearance

Performs advanced research/ data analysis, in an AGILE Environment, to inform senior leadership on programmatic assessment (both quantitative and qualitative) and evaluate Air Force policy on language acquisition and sustainment

Acquire, validate, store, and protect proprietary system data via both data management and data stewardship processes

Define critical organizational data via both Enterprise Data Management and Master Data Management

Experience with institutional effectiveness principles, statistical and other data analysis techniques

Provide analytics and trend analysis using Tableau, Google charts and other data visualization tools

Collaborate with team members and leadership utilizing SharePoint

Provide leadership and oversight for center programmatic effectiveness

Assessment of student learning outcomes with the ability to design valid and reliable data collection instruments

Assist center director, faculty, and staff in developing assessment plans, collecting data, analyzing trends, and understanding outcomes that facilitate effective strategic planning, evaluation, and center policy development

Coordinates survey administration with Institutional Review Board in accordance with Human Subject Research Protection and Survey control.

Conducts advanced data analysis and statistical modeling to support and ensure the center’s compliance with accreditation standards.

Crafts routine and periodic reports and briefings to support leadership decisions regarding programmatic effectiveness.

Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders in the development of data collection procedures for their respective programs, and reports the analysis of tests and surveys.

Knowledgeable on institutional effectiveness principles

Conversant in Human Subject Research Protection Policy and Procedures/protocols.

Adhere to the Federal Regulations associated with the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act that governs proper data management

Quantitative support for the development of LRC ‘proficiency levels’ by rank and function

Conduct project management for federal programs, data analysis and survey creation/execution. Experience with military systems and procedures, including statistical software.

Ability to organize large amounts of data, create and administer surveys for programs and courses, manage project timelines and requests.

Maintain clear communication with clients, create strategic project plans to support culture and language priorities.

Provide requested data points and detailed analysis for presentations and reports.

Attend and present in conferences, symposia and other professional development activities.

Support the research efforts of the quality enhancement plan for SACS COC.

Ensures compliance with SACS COC accreditation requirements are incorporated into the center’s policies and the planning process of the center.

Experienced in higher education accreditation principles and processes.

Participates in conferences, symposia and professional activities.

Alabama State University – Office of the Executive Vice President

Montgomery, AL

Associate Executive vice president 12/2009-7/2014

Performed special administrative tasks and research studies on a wide range of subjects related to the overall management and operations of the University. As the principal aide to the EVP/COO, handled a wide range of matters of institutional importance, oversaw all operations of the office, including management of staff, budgets, administration, and policies and procedures. Provided coordination and oversight in the development of defined core initiatives and serves as the offices’ primary strategic liaison with University, Board members and campus constituencies and in so doing, set the tone for communications created within the office. Designed, established, and maintained an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the University's goals and objectives. Provided guidance and direction for the management of the following selected operational activities and functions:

Physical Plant & Facilities Planning/Management

Strategic Planning

Program and Contract Management/Oversight

Budget Development

Communicated effectively on the EVP’s behalf to the president, provost and board

of trustees

Handled confidential and non-routine information/matters

Collaborate with Vice Presidents and leadership utilizing SharePoint

Acquired, validated, stored, and protected proprietary system data via both data management and data stewardship processes

Served as the EVP’s liaison in communicating with senior management and other

University personnel

Worked with senior management to set short and long range goals

Researched and gathered pertinent information regarding problems or complaints

in an effort to identify solutions

Represented the EVP at his request or absence at meetings, board meetings, local

community groups, and other public policy related meetings/organizations.

Managed special projects or new programs developed by the Center for Leadership and

Public Policy (CLPP)

Participated in inter-university programs, identified issues of concern and worked to resolve

those concerns.

Alabama State University – Board of Trustees

Montgomery, AL 5/2011-7/2014

Liason to the Board of Trustees / Simultaneously As Associate Executive Vice President

Served as the chief aide and liaison to the University Board of Trustees on matters not directly handled by the President; handled program support activities and matters of institutional significance for the Board on behalf of, and in concert with, the President.

Constructed and coordinated with the President, Board chair, and the President’s Cabinet contents of agendas for each Board of Trustees meeting or retreat and Board of Trustees Executive Committee meeting.

Maintained records of all actions from Board of Trustees meetings, Executive Committee meetings, and special sessions.

Worked with offices of University General Counsel and Executive Vice President to interpret and apply the University’s Bylaws as they pertain to the operations of the Board.

Organized, carries out, and follows up with the annual trustee retreat, including but not limited to: budget planning, communications, planning timeline, facilities set-up, program, and program participants.

Attended all board meetings and retreats.

Planned, organized, supervised, and carried out events of the Board of Trustees and President’s Cabinet, including but not limited to: budget planning, communications, catering, equipment rental, and management of overall event execution. Worked in collaboration with presidential events coordinator in the Office of University Relations to help facilitate presidential events as needed.

Alabama State University – Center for Leadership and Public Policy

Montgomery, AL

Research Director 1/2000-12/2009

Responsible for producing research, supervising the production of research, and management of research projects, including survey instrument development, economic modeling, and economic forecasting. Partnered with business, industry, corporations, foundations, governments, and educational institutions to enhance the socioeconomic status of the citizens of the state of Alabama.

Launched the Center as a new arm of the university to provide outreach initiatives in the form of research in public policy.

Provided leadership for all aspects of the Center's operation.

Managed the Center's day-to-day operations

Acquire, validate, store, and protect proprietary system data via both data management and data stewardship processes

Successfully managed the Alabama Minority Technology Network Grant for over 10 years in Montgomery.

Managed contractual negotiations and agreements with funding agencies.

Crafted data collection procedures for grant/project analysis and evaluation

Provided fiscal oversight and management of multiple grant and contract budgets.

Conducted annual analysis of research program effectiveness

Assisted the unit in organizing, planning, and coordinating public policy forums, seminars and other community based outreach efforts.

Reviewed and assisted with the development of the SACS assessment requirements for the unit.

Established and maintains up-to-date listings of potential research and development opportunities for the Center

Collaborate with research associates and consultants utilizing SharePoint

Wrote grant applications and proposals, and delivered presentations, all in an effort to attract contracts and research opportunities to the Center.

Aggressively pursued contracts that will generate revenue for the center.

Adhere to the Federal Regulations associated with the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act that governs proper data management

Recruited and selected qualified staff to assist in the day-to-day operations of the Center.

Recruited prospective clients for the Center.

Provided regular reports on the Center's progress to the President.

Administered a high-profile internship program that targets local, state, and federal government officials and agencies.

Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education – The Alabama College System

Montgomery, AL

Coordinator for Institutional Research and Analysis 12/1998-1/2000

Assisted in the planning, organizing, and implementation of various state and federal programs.

Provided assistance in the development of state plans and other documents with statewide implications.

Prepared and developed System wide policy and strategic planning.

Monitored federal and state accountability trends affecting higher education.

Produced quantitative and qualitative data to support claim of providing a quality education.

Organized and directed System effectiveness evaluation of instructional programs.

Prepared and presented comprehensive report proposals and budgets.

Prepared, reviewed, and assisted in the preparation and review of periodic reports in relation to the operations of The Alabama College System.

Developed the annual publication of System statistical profiles and assessments of effectiveness measurements.

Provided technical assistance in the coordination and development of the curricula for instructional programs.

Assisted in preparation of professional development activities of System instructional and student services personnel.

Prepared grant applications and proposals for research and departmental funding.

Auburn University

Auburn University, AL 1997-1998

Graduate Teaching Assistant, Educational Foundations, Leadership, and Technology

Taught two sections of undergraduate measurement and evaluation.

Auburn University Cooperative Extension – National Network for Health

Auburn University, AL 1996-1998

Consultant

Provided technical assistance including literature reviews, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, and research support to the network.

Auburn University

Auburn University, AL 1996-1998

Full-Time Graduate Teaching Assistant

Provided technical and research assistance to state strengthening projects. Assisted in the redesign of an Educational Media course. Duties included development of a more contemporary media course.

Auburn University

Auburn University, AL 1994-1996

Full-Time Graduate Teaching Assistant

Taught four sections of undergraduate Educational Media.

Performed research for College Information Systems at Auburn University. Duties included development of Institutional Research programs for small colleges and universities.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Troy State University - Montgomery

Division of Counseling Education and Psychology

Montgomery, AL 1997-2000

ED 673 Cognitive Learning: A five credit hour graduate psychology course required of all students pursuing

A master’s degree in counseling/educational psychology.

PSY 200 Introduction to Psychology: A four credit hour undergraduate psychology course required of all students

pursuing an undergraduate degree in psychology.

Auburn University

College of Education – Educational Foundations, Leadership and Technology

Auburn University, AL 1994-1998

FED 400 Educational Measurement and Evaluation: A five credit hour Undergraduate educational psychology course required of all students pursuing a degree in teaching. (1997-1998)

Prepared and presented two, two hour lectures, activities and test materials designed to stimulate thinking and enhance knowledge on topics related to educational psychology and the process of effective measurement and evaluation techniques in the classroom.

Prepared and presented lab activities consistent with the application of educational measurement and evaluation in the classroom.

EM 200 Instructional Technology: A two credit hour undergraduate educational media course required of all students

pursuing a degree in teaching. (1994-1996)

Prepared and presented daily lectures and activities designed to provide future teachers with hands-on experience with software that can be use in the classroom to help facilitate and enhance the responsibilities of teaching.

EDUCATION

Auburn University, 1998

Ph.D.

Major: Educational Psychology, Measurement and Evaluation Concentration

Dissertation: Freshman-Year Experiences of African American Students in Engineering

Minor: Higher Education Administration

Honors: First African American and youngest graduate with this degree from

Auburn University: Graduate Student of the Year Award

East Tennessee State University, 1993

M.S.

Major: Environmental Health

Fisk University, 1991

B.S.

Major: Chemistry, Cum Laude

PROFESSIONAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS

*First African American to complete doctoral program at Auburn University in the Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership, and Technology in Educational Psychology, Measurement and Evaluation.

*Named Outstanding Graduate Student, Department of Educational Foundations, Leadership, & Technology, College of Education, Auburn University, 1999.

*Southern Regional Education Board Doctoral Scholars Program, Dissertation Year Fellow, 1997-98.

*Holmes Partnership Scholar and Alumnus, Auburn University, 1996-1998.

*Awarded the Presidential Graduate Opportunity Program Fellowship, for four consecutive years, Auburn University, Auburn, AL.

PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS

National Advisory Council, College of Education, Auburn University, 1999-2010

Economic Development Partnership of Alabama Foundation Board Member, 2007-2014

Alabama Union List of Serials Advisory Committee, Alabama Public Library Service, 1999

Board of Directors, Mid-South Educational Research Association, 1999

School Board, Bethany Christian Academy, 1999 — 2001, 2016 – 2018

Board of Directors, William Kid Franklin, Boys and Girls Club, 2000 — 2005

Troy University Center for Public Service Advisory Board – 2016 to Present

Board of Directors, Mary Ellen’s Hearth

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

American Psychological Association, 1996 to date

Division 15 (Educational Psychology), 1997 to date

Division 5 (Evaluation, Measurement and Statistics), 1997 to date

American Educational Research Association, 1997 to date

Association of Governing Boards, 2012 to Present

Mid-South Educational Research Association, 1996 to date

PROFESSIONAL PAPERS

Chapple, B. (1993). The perception of air quality in minority communities. Unpublished Master's thesis, East Tennessee State University.

Chapple, B., Crow, G., Larkin, V., & Middleton, R. (1996). The attitudes of African American graduate students toward a fellowship program targeting underrepresented groups. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Mid-South Educational Research Association, Tuscaloosa.

Chapple, B., & Whang, P. (1997). Why They Stay: African American Women at a Southern

Institution of Higher Education. Unpublished manuscript, Auburn University.

PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS

Chapple, B., Crow, G., Larking, V. & Middleton, R. (November, 1996). "The Attitudes of

Students Toward a Recruitment Program Targeting Members of Underrepresented Groups". Mid-South Education Research Association, Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Developing collaborative formulas for cost sharing within partnerships

Facilitator: Peggy Blackwell, University of New Mexico

Resource person: Joe Vigil, Albuquerque Public Schools, New Mexico Holmes Scholar: Bernadette Chapple, Auburn University

PUBLICATIONS IN REVIEW OR IN PROGRESS

Middleton, R. A., Chapple, B. M., Crow, G. & Larkin, V. (In Progress). Affirming action to Recruit and retain African-American graduate students at a historically white university: Initial findings. Manuscript submitted to: Journal of Career Development.

GRANTS AND CONTRACTS

Alabama Minority Technology Network Grant – funded 2000-2012. Alabama Legislature ($500,000 to $700,000) Alabama State University

"Alabama Unwed Pregnancy Prevention Program" - funded 2000-2003: Alabama Department of Public Health ($235,000) Alabama State University

"HIV/AIDS Awareness Media Campaign" - funded 2000-2001: Alabama Department of Public Health ($100,000) Alabama State University

"Victim Notification" — funded 2000-2001: Alabama Administrative Office of Courts ($25,000) Alabama State University

"Office of Public Policy" — funded 2000-2002: Alabama State Legislature, Office of the Governor $150,000) Alabama State University

"Adopt a School — Save a Child" — funded 2001-2003: Americorps ($242,000) Alabama State University PENDING budget approval

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

Anna Buckalew

Chief of Staff

Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce

41 Commerce Street