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Antonio L. Redding Sr.

Pembroke Pines,FL

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Senior U.S. Probation Officer with 19+ years of experience in offender supervision, risk assessment, and rehabilitation. Skilled in managing high-volume, complex caseloads; conducting detailed investigations; and preparing comprehensive pre-sentence reports. Recognized for mentoring new officers, fostering team cohesion, and applying evidence-based practices to enhance operational efficiency. Proven collaborator with law enforcement and community partners, committed to promoting public safety, ensuring compliance, and supporting successful offender reintegration while reducing recidivism.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior United States Probation Officer

United States Courts
11.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: United States Probation Office, Southern District of Florida
  • Exclusively supervise pretrial and post convictions offenders placed in Special Offender Unit (SOU) with a caseload of approximately 30 to 50 offenders of sexual federal convictions.
  • Collaborate with treatment providers to refer and staff offender cases involving sexual offenses, ensuring appropriate intervention planning and service coordination.
  • Organize, lead and perform thorough searches of properties and residences to ensure compliance with supervision conditions and identify potential risks or violations.
  • Review polygraph examination results and promptly reported inconclusive findings to the Court in accordance with legal and procedural guidelines.
  • Provide enhanced field supervision during non-traditional hours, including early mornings and evenings, to ensure ongoing compliance and community safety.
  • Mentor new probation officers, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure their success in managing caseloads effectively.
  • Facilitate positive behavior change by delivering evidence-based intervention programs to probationers.
  • Promote a culture of accountability among probationers by setting clear expectations for behavior and promptly addressing violations when necessary.
  • Maintain compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
  • Determine appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
  • Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of supervision.
  • Establish productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
  • Provide court testimony to support court decisions.

United States Probation Officer

United States Courts
11.2014 - 11.2021
  • Company Overview: United States Probation Office, Southern District of Florida
  • Independently managed a general caseload of approximately 60 to 80 offenders with diverse federal convictions, ensuring compliance with supervision conditions and facilitating rehabilitation efforts.
  • Conducted financial investigations and developed structured payment plans to assist offenders in meeting court-ordered financial obligations.
  • Investigated probation violations, prepared detailed violation reports, and provided expert testimony during court hearings to support judicial decision-making.
  • Established supervision plans for offenders to ensure compliance with Court order conditions.
  • Conducted field visits at offender’s residence and employment locations commensurate with PCRA identified risk level to address criminogenic needs.
  • Mentored and trained new officers on daily safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure adherence to agency standards and promote field readiness.
  • Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of community corrections.
  • Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
  • Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
  • Multiple years of receiving an exceeding rated evaluation.

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security
12.2012 - 11.2014
  • Company Overview: Transportation Security Administration, Fort Lauderdale International Airport – Echo checkpoint
  • Conducted security screenings to prevent any deadly or dangerous objects from being transported onto an aircraft.
  • Screened passengers, baggage and cargo in achieving that objective.
  • Monitored the flow of passengers through the screening checkpoint in an orderly and efficient manner.
  • Maintained close communication with supervisors regarding any issues that might reveal a weakness or vulnerable area of security screening that is discovered in the course of screening duties.
  • Participated in information briefings concerning security-sensitive or classified information.
  • Operated security equipment such as X-ray machines and hand wands at screening checkpoints.
  • Transportation Security Administration, Fort Lauderdale International Airport – Echo checkpoint
  • Upon annual performance evaluation, received highest level score ranking a 4.7 out of 5.
  • Assisted in reducing wait times for passengers by executing swift and accurate security checks.
  • Maintained a high level of situational awareness during peak travel times, enabling quick response to potential issues.

Correctional Probation Senior Officer

Florida Department of Corrections
08.2013 - 10.2014
  • Exclusively supervised probationers in drug rehabilitation programs, providing guidance and support to promote sustained sobriety and prevent relapse.
  • Administered drug and alcohol screenings to ensure probationers' compliance with substance abuse treatment.
  • Engaged probationers in discussions on the impact of substance abuse on criminal behavior, promoting insight, accountability, and behavior change
  • Supervised people on electronically monitored devices and conduct searches and visits to probationers’ homes.
  • Encouraged probationers to accomplish goals by evaluating their progress and adhering to the terms in their plans.
  • Prepared pretrial reports and recommended necessary action in response to noncompliance.
  • Conducted pre-hearing and pre-sentence investigations, providing the Court with detailed background assessments and evidence-based recommendations for sentencing and supervision conditions; delivered expert testimony during judicial proceedings."
  • Organized circuit-wide compliance searches.
  • Interviewed and identified gang-affiliated individuals under supervision to assess risk factors, ensure compliance, and inform targeted intervention strategies.
  • Organized and maintained comprehensive case files for each assigned probationer, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with agency standards.
  • Handled over 70-80 full-cycle caseloads per month.
  • Enhanced offender rehabilitation by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.

Probation and Parole Officer

Florida Department of Corrections
08.2005 - 08.2013
  • Conducted pre-hearing and pre-sentencing investigations, and testified in court regarding the backgrounds of probationers, recommending sentences and conditions of sentencing.
  • Encouraged probationers to achieve their goals by evaluating their progress and ensuring adherence to their plans.
  • Wrote reports detailing offenders' progress.
  • Recommended remedial actions or initiated court proceedings in response to noncompliance with the terms of probation or parole.
  • Supervised individuals on community-based sentences, such as electronically monitored home detention, and provided field supervision by conducting curfew checks and visiting probationers at home, work, or school.
  • Served as a Field Training Officer, assisting the agency in training new hires.
  • Prepared and maintained case files for each assigned inmate or offender.
  • Conducted pre-hearing and pre-sentencing investigations and testified in court regarding probationers’ backgrounds and recommended sentences and sentencing conditions.

Security Officer

G-force Protective Services
08.2012 - 12.2012
  • Patrolled the stadium grounds during special events to protect against terrorism, theft and other illegal activities.
  • Observed special event attendees to ensure that they were abiding by the laws and rules of the venue.
  • Searched bags and other belongings that were brought into the venue for contraband.
  • Stationed at various posts throughout the stadium venue to aid in crowd control and maintain order.
  • Escorted high profile clientele throughout the venue to ensure their safety.

Store Protection Specialist

Ross Dress for Less, Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2012
  • Provided a visible presence at the store entrance/exit and maintained a safe and secure environment for associates and customers.
  • Greeted customers, deterred opportunity for theft by presence in company issued vest and monitored Code 50 policy.
  • Walked sales floor to identify and address potential theft indicators.
  • Partnered with store leadership to ensure compliance of Loss Prevention directives.
  • Embraced company values and had a mentality to protect the Ross treasure.

Store Protection Specialist

Ross Dress for Less, Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2012
  • Provided a visible presence at the store entrance/exit and maintained a safe and secure environment for associates and customers.
  • Greeted customers, deterred opportunity for theft by presence in company issued vest and monitored Code 50 policy.
  • Walked sales floor to identify and address potential theft indicators.
  • Partnered with store leadership to ensure compliance of Loss Prevention directives.
  • Embraced company values and had a mentality to protect the Ross treasure.

Education

Doctorate degree - Theology

Jacksonville Theological Seminary
Jacksonville, FL
01.2008

Masters degree - Ministry

Jacksonville Theological Seminary
Jacksonville, Fl
01.2006

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
01.2005

High School Diploma -

Miami Carol City Senior High School
Miami, FL
01.2001

Skills

  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Proficient in Word
  • Excel spreadsheet management
  • Presentation design
  • Email management
  • Specialist in gang-related interviews
  • Cultivating a positive mindset
  • Exceptional communicator

Accomplishments

  • I have consistently received performance evaluations that exceed expectations throughout my years as a United States Probation Officer.
  • In my annual performance evaluation as a Transportation Security Officer, I achieved the highest score, receiving a rating of 4.7 out of 5.
  • While employed as a Florida Probation and Parole Officer, I was honored with the Department of Corrections Award of Excellence for my continuous commitment to public safety and dedication to the department.

Affiliations

  • Florida Gang Investigators Association
  • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.
  • National Tactical Officers Association
  • International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association

Personal Information

  • Citizenship: United States
  • Title: United States Probation Officer, CL-29
  • Nationality: United States

District Initiatives

  • District Officer Response Tactics (ORT) Instructor, 2016-Present
  • Safety Committee (LEAD), 2021-Present
  • Community Outreach Committee, 2017-Present
  • District PCRA Trainer, 2017-Present
  • STARR Skills User and Coach of STARR Team, 2018-Present
  • Leadership Development Program-Class X, 2018-2019
  • Search Team, 2019-Present
  • District Conference Committee, 2019-Present
  • Leadership Development Program Mentor, 2020 Class VII and 2022 Class IX
  • Witness Security, 2021-Present
  • Sex Offender Committee, 2021-11-Present
  • Pre-trial Committee, 2021-Present

Contact Current Employer

True

Security Clearance

Confidential Clearance

Federal Civilian Status

True

Training

  • Motivational Interviewing, 2011-03-01
  • Arresting Communication, 2011-05-01
  • Law Enforcement Officers Killed or Assaulted in Line of Duty, 2010-03-01
  • Advanced Investigative Techniques of Human Trafficking Offenses, 2009-12-01
  • Survival training, 2009-08-01
  • Criminal street gang investigations, 2008-11-01
  • Advanced Haitian gang training, 2008-10-01
  • Advanced Haitian gang training, 2011-05-01
  • Advanced gang investigations, 2008-10-01
  • Narcotics and dangerous drugs investigations, 2008-10-01
  • 80 hours CMS firearms, 2006-04-01

Timeline

Senior United States Probation Officer

United States Courts
11.2021 - Current

United States Probation Officer

United States Courts
11.2014 - 11.2021

Correctional Probation Senior Officer

Florida Department of Corrections
08.2013 - 10.2014

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland Security
12.2012 - 11.2014

Security Officer

G-force Protective Services
08.2012 - 12.2012

Store Protection Specialist

Ross Dress for Less, Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2012

Store Protection Specialist

Ross Dress for Less, Inc.
10.2011 - 12.2012

Probation and Parole Officer

Florida Department of Corrections
08.2005 - 08.2013

Doctorate degree - Theology

Jacksonville Theological Seminary

Masters degree - Ministry

Jacksonville Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Science - Sociology

University of Florida

High School Diploma -

Miami Carol City Senior High School

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