Jerod Dennings
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Analytical and motivated professional who is passionate about uncovering facts and placing issues in their proper context. I have experience in investigations, compliance, and policy analysis. Skilled in interpreting state regulations, managing sensitive cases, and collaborating with legal and government entities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Complaint Investigations Analyst
Department of Consumer Affairs – Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
01.2023 - Current
- Investigate complaints against private postsecondary institutions under CA Education Code §94932, 94897(u).
- Conduct reviews of institutional compliance, analyze documentation, and draft investigation plans/reports.
- Maintain case tracking systems and evaluate complaint validity.
- Collaborate with state agencies, legal departments, and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance.
Student Assistant
Department of Justice: CJIS CalGang Unit
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Performed database audits and data clean-up to ensure compliance with PC 186.36 and federal regulations
- Assisted in investigations of misuse forms, attestations, and user compliance
- Produced audit reports, quality control checks, and IT business requirements (JIRAs)
- Supported outreach and training efforts for Northern California agencies
Student Assistant
California Department of Corrections – Office of Victim Services
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Processed confidential offender and victim data in SOMS & ERMS systems
- Assisted victims with release, parole, and notification services
- Tracked parole hearings, facilitated Victim-Offender Dialogue screenings, and verified restraining orders
- Provided administrative support, including file cleanups, calendar management, and communications
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05-2023
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Analytical thinking
- MS Excel
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Data research and validation
- Report preparation
- Issue identification
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance analysis
Timeline
Complaint Investigations Analyst
Department of Consumer Affairs – Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
01.2023 - Current
Student Assistant
Department of Justice: CJIS CalGang Unit
01.2022 - 01.2023
Student Assistant
California Department of Corrections – Office of Victim Services
01.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State University, Sacramento