Dynamic organizational leader with extensive experience at the State of Colorado, excelling in strategic planning and community outreach. Proven track record in fostering collaboration, enhancing community safety, and driving policy development. Adept at talent development and relationship building, with a strong focus on achieving rehabilitative outcomes for offenders, victims and the community.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Parole Board Member
State of Colorado
05.2022 - Current
Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decisionmaking.
Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
Drove strategic planning efforts to align with community safety and procedural justice objectives.
Prepared and presented reports to inform the legislature on organizational progress and goals.
Provided guidance and leadership on strategic planning initiatives and organizational development.
Evaluated an incarcerated individuals risk and readiness to return to the community, based on statue, evidence based risk assessments, victim impact, participation in meaningful rehabilitative programming or treatment and nature/severity of the offense.
Reviewed warrants for arrest of Parolees, submitted by the Parole Division for accuracy and legal requirements.
Conducted Parole Revocation Hearings, taking testimony, rendering a decision on whether or not a violation occurred and a decision of how to proceed with an offender remaining in the community or returning them to prison, after weighing community safety, the nature and severity of the violations and an offenders amenability to treatment, programming and supervision.
Collaborated with the Victim Services Unit with DOC to streamline and improve communication with victims of crime.
Member, Vice Chair, Chair
Arapahoe County Community Corrections Board
01.2018 - 06.2022
Lead twenty professional stakeholders and community members in monthly meetings, perform administrative duties in collaboration with Judicial Services as well as five Community Corrections facilities.
Review social history information, evidence based assessments and community referrals provided by Colorado Department of Corrections or the Court, receive victim testimony and vote to approve or deny transition/placement in Community Corrections.
Assist in the development of and provided feedback on the Community Corrections Evidence Based Decision making tool, for transition and diversion clients.
Review and approve Notice of Rejection reports and file with the Court.
Collaborate with Community Corrections Facility Staff to ensure needs of clients as well as safety of the community are being met.
Probation Supervisor
18th Judicial District Probation Department
10.2010 - 06.2022
Actively participate in executive decision making by researching areas of discussion, analyzing options and using strong strategic planning skills to ensure positive outcomes.
Establish relationships with all stakeholders, including management, local leaders and community members through active listening, positive engagement through the lens of community safety and offender rehabilitation and accountability.
Supervise Victim Services Officers, ensuring compliance with the Victim’s Bill of Rights, notification requirements, resource referrals and organized victim programming in the department.
Successfully led key projects which resulted in hiring positive candidates for management and line staff positions, as well as delivered leadership development academy for staff.
Review Presentence Investigation Reports for accuracy, statutory compliance and equity in recommendations.
Provide onsite leadership training and mentoring for 75 staff to date.
Conduct caseload reviews, coaching and provided annual performance evaluations.
Listen to internal and external stakeholders’ comments/concerns, responded appropriately and utilize additional partnerships, as needed, for resolution.
Develop and maintain effective relations with all company employees at various levels of organization.
Review written violation reports to the court and request warrants.
Display exceptional problem solving and customer service skills.
Familiarity with supervision of Sexual Offenders and SOMB Standards.
Familiarity with supervision of Domestic Violence Offender and DVOMB standards
Probation Officer
18th Judicial District Probation Department
01.1997 - 10.2010
Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
Established productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
Increased efficiency in caseload management through the use of advanced technology tools such as electronic monitoring devices and case management software systems.
Facilitated cognitive behavioral programs with offenders in a group setting.
Monitored offender’s activities while on probation to ensure fulfillment of court ordered requirements and rehabilitation, while imposing sanctions and incentives.
Assisted probationers with resolving housing, employment and social services problems.
Referred offenders to appropriate community agencies to complete services in compliance with court orders.
Conducted Pre-Sentence Investigation interviews and provided a written report to the court, including sentencing recommendations.
Prepared documents and testified in Court for revocation of probation.
Member of a multidisciplinary decision making group for juvenile offenders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
05-1996
Skills
Organizational leadership
Strategic planning
Leadership experience
Strategic thinking
Talent development
Innovation mindset
Policy development
Relationship and team building
Community outreach
Adaptable and flexible
Timeline
Parole Board Member
State of Colorado
05.2022 - Current
Member, Vice Chair, Chair
Arapahoe County Community Corrections Board
01.2018 - 06.2022
Probation Supervisor
18th Judicial District Probation Department
10.2010 - 06.2022
Probation Officer
18th Judicial District Probation Department
01.1997 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Colorado State University
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