Andrea Vaughn
Ridgeway
Summary
Probation officer with 31 years of experience managing youthful offenders and adults under state and federal supervision. Over 20 years of expertise in preparing Presentence Investigation Reports for U.S. District Court judges. Proficient in applying United States Sentencing Guidelines and collaborating with federal judges, attorneys, and law enforcement agencies.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
United States Probation Officer
United States Probation Office
Columbia
12.1999 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive investigations through interviews with defendants and family members.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to prepare detailed reports.
- Submitted recommendations to judges for pretrial and sentencing decisions.
- Enforced court-imposed conditions and addressed noncompliance with the court.
Parole Officer
Ohio Dept. of Rehabilitation and Corrections
Cincinnati
01.1997 - 12.1999
- Compiled reports summarizing cases for review by judges and legal personnel.
- Conducted home visits for clients released from prison, ensuring ongoing supervision.
- Designed and executed individualized treatment plans to support parolee rehabilitation.
Probation Officer, Sex Offender Specialist
Kentucky Department of Corrections
Covington
07.1996 - 01.1997
- Monitored probationers' criminal activity to ensure adherence to court-ordered conditions.
- Developed individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs and circumstances.
- Scheduled regular drug tests for clients to assess sobriety levels.
Probation Agent
SC Dept. of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services
Columbia
10.1994 - 07.1996
- Delivered court testimony on offenders' criminal histories and probation conduct.
- Developed individualized case plans outlining goals for successful probation completion.
Education
Master of Science Degree - Criminal Justice
Xavier University
Cincinnati, Ohio05-1998
Bachelor of Science Degree - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina05-1994
Skills
- Case management and risk assessment
- Collaboration with law enforcement
- Investigative techniques
- Report writing and testimony
Volunteer Experience
- New Ebenezer Baptist Church Sunday School Teacher
- New Ebenezer Baptist Church Praise and Worship Leader
- New Ebenezer Baptist Church Leadership Council
- New Ebenezer Baptist Church Deaconess Board
Organizations Affiliations
- South Carolina Probation and Parole Association
- National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice, Past National Board
- SC Chapter of the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice, Past Chapter President
- SC Chapter of the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice, Board of Directors
- Booker T. Washington High School Foundation Millennium Society
- South Carolina Federation of Women and Youth Club
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Professional Training Certifications
- STARR (Staff Training Aimed at Reducing Re-Arrest Coaches Training), Chicago, Illinois
- PCRA (Post Conviction Risk Assessment) 2.0 Certification
- Location Monitoring Training
- PTRA (Pretrial Risk Assessment)
- Foundations of Management- Certification, 06/01/12
- United States Sentencing Commission Guideline Training
Affiliations
- Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
- Former Sunday School teacher
- Member of Deaconess Board
- Member of praise and worship team
Timeline
United States Probation Officer
United States Probation Office
12.1999 - Current
Parole Officer
Ohio Dept. of Rehabilitation and Corrections
01.1997 - 12.1999
Probation Officer, Sex Offender Specialist
Kentucky Department of Corrections
07.1996 - 01.1997
Probation Agent
SC Dept. of Probation, Parole, and Pardon Services
10.1994 - 07.1996
Master of Science Degree - Criminal Justice
Xavier University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Criminal Justice
University of South Carolina
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