Jada X
Cordova,TN
Summary
Dynamic advocate for justice and equality, serving as Statewide Organizer with Free Hearts - Tennessee. A passion for positive change and community engagement has been a lifelong pursuit. Strong educational background in Criminal Justice, Psychology, and Public Service Management, Brings a unique perspective to all endeavors. Personal journey as a mother of three young adults, including a son who has experienced the criminal legal system, has fueled this commitment to justice reform and supporting affected families. Active member of the social justice movement, playing a crucial role in reshaping power dynamics within the court system, grassroots community mobilizing, and advocating for the rights and well-being of others. Additionally, through work with Raphah Institute, M.I.C.A.H. Memphis, and the Bridges to Freedom Project, tirelessly fights for restorative/transformative justice and serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking positive change. Analytical, attention to detail, big picture thinker with common sense and a sense humor. Gets the job done by providing the tools/resources to others or through personal demonstration and application.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Restorative Justice Program Director
Raphah Institute
12.2023 - Current
- Facilitates safe and empathetic spaces for survivors of trauma to share their experiences, fostering healing and empowerment through active listening and validation.
- Collaborates with individuals and communities affected by trauma to develop restorative justice practices that prioritize accountability, restoration, and reconciliation, promoting holistic healing and transformational change.
Statewide Organizer
Free Hearts
08.2023 - Current
- Dedicated to statewide (national and international) organizing to drive impactful change in the criminal/social/racial justice reform landscape.
- Committed to dismantling systemic inequalities through strategic advocacy, grassroots mobilization, and coalition building. Leveraging a comprehensive understanding of policy, community engagement, and legislative reform to create a more just and equitable system.
- Passionate about empowering communities, fostering dialogue, and shaping progressive policies that make a lasting difference.
- Committed to driving transformative reform and ensuring justice for all.
Restorative Justice Practitioner (Contractor)
Raphah Institute
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Served as point of contact in Memphis/Shelby County as they expand restorative justice diversion (RJD) to that territory.
- Researched and established relationships with key partners related to expanding RJD in Memphis/Shelby County.
- Coordinated logistics with key leaders in Memphis/Shelby County to set up lunch and learn events.
- Participated in strategic planning meetings with local system partners to develop a Memorandum of Understanding for implementation of a RJD in Memphis/Shelby County.
Trainer/Advocate
Free Hearts
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Criminal and social justice organizing
- Advocacy and education around criminal justice reform
- Tools/Resources: Zoom, Google Meets, other applications from Google Workspace
Project Manager, Talent Management
FedEx Services
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Leading projects with headcount management as a key focus
- Tools/Resources: Workday, Spotfire (HRInsights), Outlook, Zoom, Teams, WebEx, other O365 Applications
Talent Acquisition Recruiter
TruGreen Limited Partnership
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Full cycle recruiting
- Responsible for facilitating the flow of candidates through the recruitment process
- Tools/Resources: Workday, Various Job Boards, Outlook, and Excel
Recruitment Coordinator
Aerotek
10.2019 - 03.2020
- ll cycle recruiting
- Responsible for facilitating the flow of candidates through the recruitment process
- Tools/Resources: Workday, iCIMS, Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), Outlook, Excel, Enwisen
Recruitment Manager (Sr. Recruiter)
Allegis Global Solutions
10.2018 - 07.2019
- Responsible for the successful fulfillment of open vacancies with relevant hiring managers as the first point of contact for their hiring needs
- Tools/Resources: Workday, SmashFly, Outlook, Calendly, Facebook, Career Builder, Indeed, Monster, Excel
Recruiter
TruGreen Limited Partnership
12.2017 - 10.2018
- Responsible for the successful fulfillment of open vacancies for high turnover/high volume seasonal positions
- Tools/Resources: Workday, Outlook, Career Builder, Indeed, Excel
Director-Section 8 Rental Assistance
Tennessee Housing Development Agency
11.2013 - 04.2017
- Responsible for the overall operations of a 40 staff Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) program
- Provided direct supervision to 6 management level staff (of which 4 were at remote locations)
- Interstate traveled for management of remote offices
- Provided oversight and managed a multi-million-dollar federal budget
Assistant Director-Section 8 Rental Assistance
Tennessee Housing Development Agency
02.2010 - 11.2013
- Responsible for direct supervision of 9 remote office managers
- Developed performance standards, completed performance evaluations, developed and executed job training plans
Case Coordinator (Disaster Housing Assistance Program)
Adecco Industrial
12.2007 - 01.2010
- Coordinated and provided case management services for over 200 natural disaster evacuees of Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita throughout the state of Tennessee
Recruitment Officer (Smithson Craighead Academy Charter School)
Project Reflect Educational Program, Inc.
02.2009 - 08.2009
- Responsible for the Charter School recruitment of students, grades 8-12.
- Responsible for the recruitment of parent and community volunteers to assist with classroom/campus behavior management and participation in campus wide activities.
Assistant Director of Residential Services
Omni Visions
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Assisted with day to day operations of three campuses housing youthful offenders in the custody of the Department of Children's Services
Supervisor
Metro Public Health Department
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Supervised staff and volunteers responsible for promoting healthy well-child checkups in the local high schools and community
- Successfully implemented a "teen clinic" in one of the Metro Public Health Department's satelite sites for administering TenderCare or well-child checkups
Specialist I & II (Child Protective Services Investigator)
Caring For Children
01.1999 - 01.2005
- Conducted child protective investigations
- Worked closely with at-risk families to identify wrap around services in the community
- Worked closely with Juvenile Court, the Department of Children's Services and the Metro Board of Education to provide concise case management and support to families
Education
Master of Science - Public Service Management
Cumberland University
Martin05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
The University of Tennessee At Martin
Martin05.1991
Skills
- Community Organizing and Grassroots Mobilization
- Strategic Advocacy
- Recruiting and Onboarding
- Training
- Presentation/Public Speaking
- Policy/Procedure Writing
- Distance management
- Third-party vendor management
- Intermediate-Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with Workday, iNurture, SmashFly
- Sourcing experience with Indeed, Career Builder, Monster, Facebook and LinkedIn
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion project team member
Civic Engagement
- Restorative Justice Advocate, Raphah Institute
- West Tennessee Advocate, Bridges to Freedom
- Volunteer Leader, M.I.C.A.H. Memphis
Timeline
Restorative Justice Program Director
Raphah Institute
12.2023 - Current
Statewide Organizer
Free Hearts
08.2023 - Current
Restorative Justice Practitioner (Contractor)
Raphah Institute
12.2022 - 12.2023
Trainer/Advocate
Free Hearts
10.2022 - 08.2023
Project Manager, Talent Management
FedEx Services
02.2021 - 07.2023
Talent Acquisition Recruiter
TruGreen Limited Partnership
11.2020 - 01.2021
Recruitment Coordinator
Aerotek
10.2019 - 03.2020
Recruitment Manager (Sr. Recruiter)
Allegis Global Solutions
10.2018 - 07.2019
Recruiter
TruGreen Limited Partnership
12.2017 - 10.2018
Director-Section 8 Rental Assistance
Tennessee Housing Development Agency
11.2013 - 04.2017
Assistant Director-Section 8 Rental Assistance
Tennessee Housing Development Agency
02.2010 - 11.2013
Recruitment Officer (Smithson Craighead Academy Charter School)
Project Reflect Educational Program, Inc.
02.2009 - 08.2009
Case Coordinator (Disaster Housing Assistance Program)
Adecco Industrial
12.2007 - 01.2010
Assistant Director of Residential Services
Omni Visions
01.2006 - 01.2007
Supervisor
Metro Public Health Department
01.2005 - 01.2006
Specialist I & II (Child Protective Services Investigator)
Caring For Children
01.1999 - 01.2005
Master of Science - Public Service Management
Cumberland University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
The University of Tennessee At Martin