Jeffrey Isaiah Davidson
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Driven Criminal Justice student leveraging unique insights from correctional education to enhance program effectiveness. Expertise in conducting mixed-methods research to address institutional challenges in rehabilitation and reentry. Proven ability to articulate findings through public speaking engagements and academic presentations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Intern
Mellon Foundation
Honolulu, HI
11.2025 - Current
- - Halawa Correctional Facility researching the feasibility and benefits of higher education opportunities.
- - Research the relationship of correctional education to employment after release, rehabilitation and recidivism.
- -Apply mixed-methods research strategies, including qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys.
- - Identify potential institutional barriers (i.e.). classroom space, scheduling, funding, technology, etc.) to implementing and supporting programs at Halawa Correctional Facility.
- - Present the results of research on the Judiciary Research Group of Honolulu for example.
- Conducted research on judiciary and correctional systems to analyze their effectiveness.
Student Worker / Program Support
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI
09.2025 - Current
- - Supported educational programs and administrative activities for students in higher education, facilitating their engagement while attending classes.
- - Assisted with professional communication and organization of program-related tasks to ensure smooth operations.
- - Provided insights from correctional education experience to enhance student-centered programs and discussions.
- Facilitated prison education program
Maintenance Technician
ABM
Honolulu, HI
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Performed routine maintenance on HVAC systems and equipment.
- Executed maintenance and facility support tasks, ensuring safety and reliability standards were consistently met.
- Conducted inspections to identify safety hazards and maintenance needs.
- Used hand tools and power tools to complete repair tasks effectively.
Line Cook / Cashier
Wingstop
Honolulu, HI
01.2014 - 01.2017
- - Delivered exceptional customer service while processing transactions accurately.
- - Ensured cleanliness and safety compliance with food safety and health codes.
- - Collaborated with team members in a fast-paced environment to foster a positive workplace.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI04-2027
Associate of Business Administration -
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI05-2025
Skills
- - Criminal Justice Research
- - Criminal Justice & Corrections
- - Research methodologies
- - Mixed-methods analysis
- - Data interviewing
- - Statistical Software
- - Data Visualization
- - Academic reporting
- - Collaborative Research
- - Presentation development
- - Professional Communication
- - Critical Thinking
AWARDS & ACADEMIC HIGHLIGHTS
- Prison Education Scholarship Recipient, - Associate of Business Administration, earned through the Chaminade University Prison Education Program., - Criminal justice research poster and presentation development at Na liko, -Presented Research for Judiciary Research Group of Honolulu
Timeline
Research Intern
Mellon Foundation
11.2025 - Current
Student Worker / Program Support
Chaminade University of Honolulu
09.2025 - Current
Maintenance Technician
ABM
01.2017 - 01.2020
Line Cook / Cashier
Wingstop
01.2014 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Psychology
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Associate of Business Administration -
Chaminade University of Honolulu