Angee Schrader
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Strategic criminal justice professional with extensive experience advising executive leadership, shaping correctional policy and advancing equity-centered reforms within complex government systems. Proven ability to uncover systemic deficiencies and translate complex findings into actionable recommendations. Skilled in legislative analysis, cross agency collaboration and trauma-informed engagement with system-impacted communities.
Combines professional experience with lived experience in the criminal legal system, bringing a grounded human-centered perspective to policy development, stakeholder engagement and reform initiatives. Committed to advancing community-driven safety, restorative practices and data-informed strategies that reduce harm and strengthen public trust.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Ombuds
Office of the Governor
06.2022 - Current
- Produce comprehensive, public-facing reports that inform statewide policy decisions.
- Advise executive leadership on policy implementation, operational risks, and best practices grounded in equity and trauma-informed approaches.
- Lead complex, independent investigations in systemic policy violations across Washington State prisons.
- Assess the impact of proposed legislation on Department of Corrections operations and provide strategic recommendations to agency leadership.
- Testify during legislative hearings to provide expert insight on correctional policy and oversight issues.
- Represent the agency in depositions, media interviews and press conferences, ensuring transparent communication with the public.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with legislators, advocacy groups, Department of Corrections leadership and system-impacted individuals.
- Develop data-driven insights to support policy recommendations and organizational decision-making.
- Create and deliver presentations on policy changes and systemic reform needs.
Lead Assistant Ombuds
Office of the Governor
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised investigative staff, providing coaching, training and performance feedback.
- Ensured accuracy and timelines of investigative deliverables through workflow monitoring and quality control.
- Analyzed Department of Corrections policies to identify systemic issues and recommend reforms aligned with best practices.
- Implemented creative solutions to resolve constituent concerns an improve service delivery.
- Supported strategic planning and organizational goal setting for statewide oversight operations.
Assistant Ombuds- Gender Equity and Reentry
Office of the Governor
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Led investigations and public reporting related to gender specific conditions, reentry barriers and policy violations.
- Applied trauma-informed an equity-centered approaches to interviews, case reviews and stakeholder engagement.
- Built strong relationships with legislators and contributed to policy discussions affecting incarcerated women and individuals reentering community after incarceration.
- Maintained detailed investigative records and ensured compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
Community Relations Manager
Office of the Governor
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings and public engagement efforts to elevate concerns related to prison conditions and systemic inequities.
- Responded to constituent concerns on behalf of the the Washington State Governor's Office.
- Developed and implemented community outreach initiatives to enhance local engagement and collaboration.
- Coordinated public events and forums, facilitating discussions on key community issues and policy changes.
- Streamlined processes for collecting community feedback, improving response rates and engagement quality.
Sales Coordinator
Modern Machinery
06.2012 - 01.2019
- Managed customer relationships, negotiated contracts and supported strategic sales planning.
- Analyzed sales data to inform operational improvements and forecasting.
- Supervised team performance and ensured alignment with organizational goals.
- Streamlined order processing procedures to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Resolved customer concerns nd maintained high-value client relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies-Political Institutions
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UTSkills
- Strategic Policy Analysis and Development
- Corrections Policy Analysis
- Legislative Monitoring and Testimony
- Stakeholder Engagement and Government Relations
- Equity-Centered System Reform
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Public Speaking and Media Representation
- Data Analysis and Evidence-Based Recommendations
- Public Writing and Executive Communication
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Compliance Auditing and Oversight
- Strategic Planning and Organizational Development
Timeline
Senior Ombuds
Office of the Governor
06.2022 - Current
Lead Assistant Ombuds
Office of the Governor
07.2021 - 06.2022
Assistant Ombuds- Gender Equity and Reentry
Office of the Governor
03.2020 - 07.2021
Community Relations Manager
Office of the Governor
01.2019 - 03.2020
Sales Coordinator
Modern Machinery
06.2012 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies-Political Institutions
Southern Utah University