Louisiana State Adult Probation and Parole Officer
State of Louisiana
05.2019 - Current
Answered as many calls necessary to help customers with their questions and concerns
Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work
Developed relationships with defendants and offenders while assessing living conditions and case details
Kept offender records and documentation organized in accordance with department and legal guidelines
In charge of 80 full-cycle caseloads, which included pre-sentence, pre-trial, and client supervision every month
Attended court hearings and presented reports and recommendations as a court liaison
Transported and monitored probation and parolees to ensure that they followed court rules
Created and maintained information about parole hearings to keep leadership informed about offender status
Placed a high value on punctuality and worked hard to maintain an excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to work right away
Worked with staff at the institution, local law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys, and treatment facilities.
I was assigned Inmate Welfare in 2019 where I am still maintaining that assignment. I make sure parolees in need of clothing and other essentials are provided those items upon release.
Ensured that all legal requirements were followed and made necessary office, home, and workplace visits per week
I usually volunteer before asked when I know there is something that needs to be done; team player.
I volunteered for hospital sits from 2020 to present where I took a supervisory role while on that detail.
Juvenile Probation Officer
State of Louisiana
07.2018 - 05.2019
Went to the homes of juvenile offenders and helped them resolve family issues
Collaborated with community organizations, school officials, and law enforcement to further the department's mission and values
Developed relationships with defendants and offenders while assessing living conditions and case details
Worked with staff at the institution, local law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys, and treatment providers
Assessed client needs based on individual issues in addition to social and restorative justice best practices
Transported and monitored probation and parolees to ensure that they followed court rules
Ensured that all legal requirements were followed and made numerous office, home, and workplace visits per week
In charge of 75 full-cycle caseloads, which included pre-sentence, pre-trial, and client supervision every month
Assessed the safety of my clients by conducting thorough home inspections
Helped criminals enroll in treatment, counseling, or community service programs
Notified the authorities about the probation violations
Looked into the activities, school attendance, and employment of juveniles
Was able to secure funding for community emergency, housing rehabilitation, and transportation services
Attended court hearings and presented reports and recommendations as a court liaison
Drove juveniles to and from detention centers, schools, and medical facilities
Evaluated home situations to determine whether the client needed to be removed from his or her current residence
Worked with police detectives, child welfare organizations, and district attorneys to resolve cases and protect juveniles
Looked into cases, interviewed parents, and offered crisis counseling
Classification Specialist
David Wade Correctional Center
10.2017 - 07.2018
Answered numerous calls per day to help customers with their questions and concerns
Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work
Placed a high value on punctuality and worked hard to maintain an excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to work right away
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
World Finance
01.2008 - 10.2017
Was in charge of assigning executive tasks as well as managing complex calendars and administrative functions
Prepared meeting agendas and briefing papers for members of the board of directors and executive team
Organized staff and management's envelopes, postage, and mail correspondence, as well as maintaining the postage meter and coordinating with delivery and courier services
Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and improve business processes
Increased team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked
Planned domestic and international travel, including airfare, hotel reservations, and ground transportation
Coordinated catering for the annual staff development forum, distributed company-wide announcements, and booked conference rooms
Kept track of office supplies by checking inventory and ordering new supplies as needed
Created appropriate documentation for board members and senior leadership prior to meetings
Created accurate office files, updated spreadsheets, and crafted presentations to assist executives and increase team efficiency
Greeted visitors as they arrived, determined the nature and purpose of their visit, and directed them to the appropriate locations
Was in charge of administrative functions, which included complex calendar management with a focus on proper executive availability allocation
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Funeral Service and Mortuary Science
University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana
Hope, AR
01.2001
Business Certificate - Business Administration
Career Training Specialists
Monroe, LA
01.1996
High School -
Sarepta High School
Sarepta, LA
01.1992
References
Sheriff Sam Dowies: 318-245-6118
Sheriff Jason Parker: 318-773-1696
Sheriff John Balance:318-548-7130
Timeline
Louisiana State Adult Probation and Parole Officer
State of Louisiana
05.2019 - Current
Juvenile Probation Officer
State of Louisiana
07.2018 - 05.2019
Classification Specialist
David Wade Correctional Center
10.2017 - 07.2018
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
World Finance
01.2008 - 10.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Funeral Service and Mortuary Science