Meet Our Executive Team
Barbara Murdock - Executive Director
Barbara is on her second time around at the BJCTA. She served as Director of Marketing for the agency 1987-1993. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Broadcasting from the University of Alabama and has five awards for excellence in journalism from the Alabama Broadcasters Association.
Ke'Aundra Reynolds - Assistant to the Executive Director
KeAundra Reynolds currently serves as the assistant to the Executive Director Barbara Murdock. She is also the liaison to the nine-member Board of Directors. Ms. Reynolds holds a Bachelors in Business Administration/ Human Resources from Faulkner University, Montgomery, AL.
Adrian Solomon - Chief Of Staff
Adrian Solomon has been with BJCTA for six years. She was initially hired as the Customer Service/Marketing Manager. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications & Public Relations and Masters of Public Administration & Marketing.
Christopher Ruffin - Director of Operations
Christopher Ruffin started his transportation career at the BJCTA as a Fixed Route Operator in 2010. In August 2016, Christopher was promoted to the Director of Operations. He holds both a Commercial Driver License from Bevell State Community College and an Emergency Medical Technician Certification from Jefferson State Community College.
Karen Jacobs - Director of Finance
Karen Jacobs brings with her 35 years of financial management experience. She has been with the BJCTA for 10 years serving in several positions including Accounts Payable and the Interim Director of Finance. She attended Indiana University-Purdue for Accounting.
Jamie Endsley - Director of Human Resources
Jamie Endsley joined the BJCTA in October 2016. He has over 10 years of HR experience in the metal fabrication, healthcare, and insurance industries. Jamie has a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration from the University of St Francis and a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He also holds two professional certifications: Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR) and Society for Human Resources Management – Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).
Ron Sweeney - Director of Maintenance
Ron Sweeney joined the BJCTA in August 2016. He has over 40 years of experience in the industry, specifically in the areas of maintenance, alternative fuels and motivating people to be all they can be, in harmony and team spirit. He was educated in Memphis Tennessee.
Ronda Robinson - Director of Communications
Ronda Robinson has more than 21 years of broadcast experience at radio and television stations in North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Alabama. Ms. Robinson is the official spokesperson for the agency. Communications is responsible for media relations, public affairs, social media, marketing, crisis communication, government relations and community outreach.
Toney Chestnut - Director of Information Technology
Toney Chestnut Sr. joined the BJCTA in July 2016. He has over 15 years of Information Technology experience. Mr. Chestnut has an IT background in the following industries: medical, transportation, and government. Mr. Chestnut has an A.S. in Network Engineering and a B.S. in Network Security from Virginia College.
Stephanie Walker - Director of Grants
Stephanie Walker has over twelve years of accounting experience. Mrs. Walker holds a Masters of Public Administration Degree from Jacksonville State University, a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Business Administration from Miles College and an Associates of Applied Science Degree in Office Administration from Lawson State Community College. Stephanie is a member of American Grant Writers’ Association (AGWA).
Dale Knutson - Safety Manager
Dale Knutson, TSSP, has been with the BJCTA since 2013. In this role, he leads a team responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all of the BJCTA employees. Mr. Knutson was the first person in the state of Alabama to obtain his TSSP credentials. Mr. Knutson holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from the Mankato State University, in Mankato, Minnesota.