Brittany Thornton
Prairie Grove,AR
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience at Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3, excelling in Juvenile Justice Reform and team management. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering high-performing teams. Skilled in budget management and relationship building, driving successful project outcomes while ensuring compliance and financial stability.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director/ Chief Probation Officer
Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3
Fayetteville, AR
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Supervise a staff of up to 20.
- Assisted in developing strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Supported project management efforts by coordinating team activities and tracking progress on deliverables
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and improve project outcomes.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Managed grants and monthly reports to maintain compliance.
- Created youth diversion programs
- Working relationships with numerous agencies and non profits such as law enforcement, DCFS, schools.
Lead FINS Officer
Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3
Fayetteville, AR
05.2009 - 09.2023
- Supervised a team of 5 staff
- Supervised a case load of up to 100 cases.
- Maintained files and data entry in numerous databases.
- Testified in court regarding case progress and recommendations.
- Regular contact with law enforcement agencies, DCFS, and schools.
FINS Officer
Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3
Fayetteville, AR
12.2006 - 05.2009
- Supervise a staff of up to 20.
- Assisted in developing strategic initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Supported project management efforts by coordinating team activities and tracking progress on deliverables
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and improve project outcomes.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Managed grants and monthly reports to maintain compliance.
- Working relationships with numerous agencies and non profits such as law enforcement, DCFS, schools.
Education
Human Environmental Sciences - Child Development
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, ARSkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Team management
- Strategies and goals
- Staff management
- Budget management
- Hiring and retention
- Financial reporting
- Effective leader
- Crisis management
Certification
Notary Public, Certified Juvenile Officer
Accomplishments
AJOA Juvenile Officer of the Year nominee 2023 and 2024
Fayetteville Fraternal Order of Police Citizen of the year 2019
Timeline
Director/ Chief Probation Officer
Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3
09.2023 - 09.2025
Lead FINS Officer
Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3
05.2009 - 09.2023
FINS Officer
Washington County Juvenile Court Division 3
12.2006 - 05.2009
Human Environmental Sciences - Child Development
University of Arkansas