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Jimmy Dale Atkins

Broadway,NC

Summary

Currently working as a part-time contractual Project Consultant due to being retired. At the time of retirement, had obtained thirty-five (35) years of service and had become a very successful upper-level manager with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction. This includes more than twenty-five (25) years of staff supervision, managing projects, budget approvals and community relationships. By starting as a correctional officer, promoting through numerous supervisory and management position and working in both the male and female populations, gained and developed a wealth of knowledge in the programs, classification and overall operation of the correctional facility. Always willing to assist as needed, it allowed skills to be obtained that were needed throughout the entire career.

Work History

Associate Warden for Programs

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction
Central
  • Maintained overview of entire programs section of facility, which included classification of offenders, programs being provided, religious services, volunteers, transfers / movements of offenders and operation of intake center.
  • Promoted atmosphere of respect among staff members through leadership, communication, and regular team-building exercises.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with law Enforcement and Judicial Agencies to facilitate smooth transfers or exchanges of information regarding offender populations.
  • Improved facility staff efficiency by enhancing staff training.
  • Implemented new staffing patterns / measures while maintaining efficient services within facility.

Program Director II

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction
Central Prison - Raleigh, NC
  • Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Designed customized training programs to enhance staff knowledge and skills in key areas of responsibility.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
  • Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
  • Conducted first Proverbs 226 program in North Carolina prison facility, laying out framework and defining roles for future endeavors.
  • Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Division Classification Coordinator

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction
Prison Administration - Raleigh, NC
  • Assisted with overall classification process at the Division Level.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Handled special projects as assigned such as out of state / international transfers.
  • Acted as liaison between facility staff and division leadership.

Correctional Diagnostic Director

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction
Central Prison - Raleigh, NC
  • Provided complete supervision and support of Diagnostic Processing / Intake area.
  • Set staff schedules and work assignment
  • Enhanced the overall operation through effective communication both written and verbal.
  • Monitored all monthly reports and communicated with management on a regular basis to maintain team work.
  • Monitored work level and time management for productivity.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.

Correctional Case Analyst

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction
Central Prison - Raleigh, NC
  • Conducted new admission offender interviews to gather information for custody, program and housing recommendations.
  • Completed Pre-Sentence Diagnostic investigations / reports for the court to use for imposing proper sentencing.
  • Completed reports on Sexual Predator referral cases to determine status.
  • Offered support and direction to families and coordinated with court system and other department programs for treatment.
  • Managed complex caseloads effectively by multitasking and maintaining strong attention to detail.
  • Coordinated with courts and community agencies for supportive services.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health, Physical Education And Recreation

University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC

Skills

  • Stress Tolerance
  • Behavioral Management
  • Effective communicator both written and verbal
  • Recordkeeping
  • Data Entry
  • Administrative Oversight
  • Team Leadership
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Staff Training
  • Crisis Management
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Organizational Skills
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude

Other Positions

Senior Case Analyst

Program Assistant II

Correctional Officer

 

Timeline

Associate Warden for Programs

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction

Program Director II

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction

Division Classification Coordinator

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction

Correctional Diagnostic Director

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction

Correctional Case Analyst

North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction

Bachelor of Science - Health, Physical Education And Recreation

University of North Carolina At Pembroke

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