- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Reading
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
Joe R. Smith
Bossier,La
Summary
Pursue a post retirement career unitizing the knowledge, skills and abilities obtained during a nearly 30 year Law Enforcement Career. Continue Serving in a public Service capacity while striving to be a change agent of society
Detention Officer with established background in adult and youth detention environments. Quick decision-maker with excellent skills in physical restraint, search and seizure, prisoner transport and emergency response. Experienced with legal processes and requirements associated with felon incarceration.
Collaborative trainer excited to utilize creativity and strong communication skills. Adept at creating innovative and engaging training materials with keen eye for lasting results. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with good understanding of adult learning principles, assessment and evaluation. Reliable with relentless work ethic.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Probation
Louisianan Dep of Public Safety and Corrections
09.2024 - Current
- Consistently met or exceeded performance expectations by maintaining a high level of productivity, professionalism, and dedication to public safety throughout tenure as an Adult Probation/Parole Officer.
- Delivered impactful presentations at community events to educate the public on the role of Adult Probation Officers in maintaining public safety.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, policies affecting the administration of juvenile or adult probation services for informed decision-making processes within the department.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge on best practices in adult probation management.
- Coordinated with judicial officers, attorneys, court case managers and probation officers while serving multi-cultural community.
- Promoted independence among older adults by identifying strengths and building skills needed for successful aging in place or other residential settings.
- Promoted a culture of accountability among juvenile offenders by setting clear expectations for behavior change and closely monitoring adherence to probation conditions.
- Ensured proper documentation of all interactions with probationers, maintaining accurate and up-to-date case files.
Jail Commander
Shreveport Police Department
01.1995 - 01.2023
- Managed the police department’s local jail facility
- Reported to the Chief of Police on all operational and personnel issues
- Responsible for training and staff development of 48 authorized staffed positions
- Conducted internal and external investigations
- Submitted monthly demographics concerning trends of offenses and age of offenders
- Complied information concerning custodial addictions and mental health recommendations
- Prepared annual reports and statistical data to the Department of Justice
- Maintained current knowledge of changes of custodial standards, case law and court decisions
- Prepared and submitted budget recommendations
- Completed annual evaluations
Education
Martin High School -
Martin High School
Coushatta, La01.1989
Skills
- Adult probation
- Adult learning techniques
- Young Adult Services
- Probation compliance monitoring
- Adult learning
- Adult mental health
- Probation support
- Adult CPR
- Probation supervision
Accomplishments
- Awarded “Supervisor of the ” 2002 and 2011
- Supervised team of 45 staff members.
- Documented and resolved Training issues which led to reduction of mistakes.
Hobbies and Interests
- Computers
- Running
- Saxophone
Affiliations
- Member of Fellowship Baptist Church
- High School Youth Umpire
Interests
Timeline
Adult Probation
Louisianan Dep of Public Safety and Corrections
09.2024 - Current
Jail Commander
Shreveport Police Department
01.1995 - 01.2023
Martin High School -
Martin High School
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