Our Team
Meet the team behind our mission.
The SJC Staff includes several teams that specialize in different areas of Associate care, support, and education. Schedules and areas of expertise vary widely, but our mission remains the same: to produce young professionals who are prepared for life, ready to face any challenge, and equipped with the skills they need to thrive as young adults.
Leadership
State Youth Programs Director
Kevin Roland
OKARNG Colonel, Retired
SJC Director
Open
SJC Deputy Director
Matthew Tempelmeyer
LCSW
SJC Commandant
Johnnie Dale Moss
OKARNG Colonel, Retired
Program Departments
Outreach, Admissions, and Recruiting Outreach, Admissions, & Recruiting
OAR manages the full lifecycle of recruiting and admissions, from connecting with and educating Thunderbird cadets and graduates about SJC, to interviewing applicants and guiding candidates through the enrollment process. OAR also works to build community awareness and support for the shared mission of National Guard Youth ChalleNGe and Job ChalleNGe programs through school visits, social media, community outreach, and local partnerships.
Outreach Staff
- Vy Nguyen, Outreach & Admissions Coordinator
- Immanuel Wilson, Recruiter
Health Services Health Services
Health Services oversees the physical health of Associates. During weekdays, a nurse is available on campus to assess and care for Associates, along with managing medications and medical appointments. Associates also have access to a local Urgent Care seven days a week. Questions regarding illnesses, injuries, prescriptions, and appointments should be directed to the Health Services Department.
Health Staff
- Michael Kagiri, Medical Administrative Coordinator
- Open, Licensed Practical Nurse
Operations perations
Operations is committed to the 24/7 supervision and safety of our Associates, and also oversees their daily physical fitness. The staff most frequently in direct care of Associates are called Residential Advisors (RAs). Each shift of RAs is supervised by a shift supervisor referred to as a TAC, and the entire team is overseen by the Commandant and Assistant Commandant. Operations is committed to building a quasi-military culture of structure, discipline, and leadership, while providing daily mentorship and support to our Associates.
Operations Staff
- John Bates, Assistant Commandant
Shift Supervisors (TACs)
- Daniel Bradshaw
- Bobby Brown
- Dante Farmer
- Sylvia Hernandez
- Tyler Muralt
- William Thomas
- Christopher Thompson
Residential Advisors (RAs)
- Jaiden Altom
- Dakota Fowler
- Brian Hicks
- Kiera Hill
- Joshua Hudgins
- Alicia Killman
- Pamela Tillman
- Bronson Williams
- Tajanee' Williams
Counseling Counseling
Counseling teaches our Resiliency and Life Skills curriculums, provides individual and group counseling to Associates as needed, and oversees the Student Government. Counseling is committed to supporting the individual needs and mental health of our Associates, while teaching them the civic responsibility, teamwork, and soft skills they will need to make positive contributions as citizens and succeed as young professionals.
Counseling Staff
- Crystal Normand, Lead Counselor
- Adebusola "Busie" Ajobo, Counselor
Education Education
Education is committed to supporting Associates in completing their high school or equivalency diplomas. Education provides instructional support and resources tailored to each Associate’s unique educational needs and goals, while also collaborating closely with Metro Tech to ensure Associates are making progress towards their career goals.
Education Staff
- Julie Meder, Lead Instructor
- Jeannie Taylor, Temp Instructor
Job Placement Job Placement & Community Engagement
The Job Placement & Community Engagement team works with our Associates to form a Graduate Action Plan (GAP) for their year following the residential phase of the program. Our Job Counselors are committed to providing guidance to Associates as they apply the skills learned throughout the program to their ultimate goal of continuing their education or entering the workforce. Counselors stay in touch with Associates during their GAP year to track their progress and offer as-needed coaching and mentoring. This department also builds partnerships with employers and community organizations around the state to provide Associates with a variety of community service or professional development opportunities while in the program, and employment opportunities after graduation.
Placement Staff
- Frankie Maldonado, Placement Program Coordinator
- Erinn Giraudo, Job Counselor
- Dewayne Butler, Job Counselor
- Jonathan Haque, Community Outreach Program Coordinator
Support Staff Support Services
Our support staff includes Dining Services, Staff Training, Supplies and Logistics, Budgeting, Human Resources, and Information Technology. Although their work is often behind the scenes, the expertise and dedication of these team members are essential to everything we do. Whether it’s providing clothing, gear, and nutritious meals for our Associates, managing our budget, troubleshooting technology, or onboarding new team members, these teams work tirelessly each day to ensure Sooner Job ChalleNGe operates seamlessly.
Support Staff
Budgeting
- Gloria Scott, Budget Analyst
Communications
- Alisa Hines, Communications Coordinator
Dining Facility (DFAC)
- Asia Moore, Manager
- Hubert Dutton, Assistant Manager
- Joyce Combs, Food Service Specialist
- Stephene Tiller, Food Service Specialist
- Debra Voyles, Food Service Specialist
- Open, Food Service Specialist
- Lisa Page, Food Service Specialist (Part-Time)
- Chad Ramsey , Food Service Specialist (Temp)
Human Resources
- Elaina Culver, Executive Secretary
Information Technology
- Jeff Fuller, Information Systems Network Administrator
Supplies and Logistics
- Kevin Paulus, Logistics Manager
- William Sanders, Supply Tech