Blake Morris
Summary
Highly-motivated Probation & Parole Officer with nearly four years experience in the criminal justice system, including case management, field supervision and weapons training. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills. Additionally trained in court procedures, documentation and reporting. Conducts interviews, monitors offenders and gives accurate testimony. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation & Parole Officer
Arkansas Community Correction
02.2021 - Current
- Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
- Monitored offenders' compliance and progress in supervision term and treatment
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home and employment visits.
- Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing living conditions and case background information.
Counter Sales Manager
O'reilly Auto Parts
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Sold merchandise through effective customer service techniques and professional selling skills to reach productivity goals.
- Budgeted, audited and balanced cash handlings to secure cash drawer.
- Responded to customer concerns by providing friendly, knowledgeable support, and maintaining composure and professionalism.
- Communicated regularly with vendors, planners, distributors and buyers regarding stock needs, customer preferences and special events.
General Contractor
Self-employed
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
- Negotiated fees and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
Customer Service Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
12.2016 - 02.2020
- Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Took ownership of customer issues and followed problems through to resolution.
- Trained and regularly mentored associates on performance-oriented strategies and customer service techniques.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Wrote reports for internal and external crime, burglary, or theft.
- Controlled reduction of loss inventory by protecting company assets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR12.2020
High School Diploma -
Bald Knob High School
Bald Knob, AR05.2017
Skills
- Court Procedures
- Searches and Seizures
- Counseling Services
- Case Report Writing
- Compliance Observance
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Entry
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Courtroom Testimony
- Behavioral assessment
- Offender supervision
- Legal knowledge
Certification
- Flying Arms Team (2024)
- Professional Instructor (2024)
- CPR Certification (2021-2024)
- Jobs for American Graduates (2016-2017)
- Microsoft Office Specialist (2016)
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint (2016)
Additional Information
- Volunteer Experience , Fine Arts Council Music Camp (2013-present) Bald Knob Dance Team Choreographer (2016) Make-A-Wish Foundation Entertainer (2016) Distinguished Young Women Event Assistant Manager (2016-Present) Get Down Downtown (2015) Russell Afterschool Program Registration Event (2012)
References
Sally Sweeden
Assistant Area Manager
Hot Springs Office
Arkansas Community Correction
(501) 624-3347
sally.sweeden@doc.arkansas.gov
Thomas Plummer
Detective
Hot Springs Police Department
(501) 520-8520
tplummer@cityhs.net
Caitlin Bornhoft
Chief Felony Prosecutor
Garland County Prosecutor's Office
(501) 622-3720
cbirrell@garlandcounty.org
Timeline
Probation & Parole Officer
Arkansas Community Correction
02.2021 - Current
Counter Sales Manager
O'reilly Auto Parts
09.2020 - 01.2021
General Contractor
Self-employed
02.2020 - 09.2020
Customer Service Manager
Wal-Mart Supercenter
12.2016 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
High School Diploma -
Bald Knob High School
- Flying Arms Team (2024)
- Professional Instructor (2024)
- CPR Certification (2021-2024)
- Jobs for American Graduates (2016-2017)
- Microsoft Office Specialist (2016)
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint (2016)
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