Jon Ridge
Washington,PA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in community corrections and education, notably with the 27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania. Excelled in roles from Probation Services Director to Adjunct Professor, demonstrating mastery in legal compliance, leadership development, and innovative program management. Achieved significant operational enhancements, overseeing a $14 million budget and mentoring a diverse team.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Services Director
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
Washington , PA
07.2024 - Current
- Responsible for the overall vision and operation of adult and juvenile community corrections services.
- Responsible for the operation of drug testing methodology relative to criminal justice operations.
- Responsible for the operation of the Washington County Booking Center.
- Responsible for the operation and development of house arrest programming.
- Washington County DUI Coordinator, Alcohol Highway Safety School Instructor, CRN Evaluator.
- Responsible for a budget of over 14 million.
- Supervision of a staff of 96 employees.
Adjunct Professor
Penn West University at California
California , PA
08.2005 - Current
- Instruction in courses related to Probation, Parole, and Corrections.
- Responsible for all lecture material, textbook selection, attendance, and grading.
Adjunct Professor
Waynesburg University
Waynesburg , PA
08.2004 - Current
- Instruction in courses relating to the use of force, probation and parole, and corrections.
- Responsible for all lecture material, textbook selection, attendance, and grading.
Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
Washington , PA
03.2015 - 07.2024
- Responsible for all adult community corrections aspects.
- Responsible for the use of force applications, policies, and training.
- Responsible for drug testing, booking center, house arrest, and DUI programming.
- Developed and approved all policy-related functions.
- Successfully managed a budget of over 5 million.
Assistant Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
Washington , PA
07.2008 - 03.2015
- Assisted the Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer with all adult community correction operational functions.
- I mentored line staff supervisors in that role.
- Developed ancillary operations for the department, such as the expansion of field supervision services, drug testing protocols, and house arrest programming.
- Detailed the yearly budget request, with final approval and submission by the Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer.
Supervisor
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
Washington , PA
04.2000 - 07.2008
- Supervised a team of up to fifteen field-level probation officers in daily functions.
- Performed supervision at the ground level, and participated along with field officers in their daily routines, such as field visits, warrant service, and office contacts.
- Mentored newly hired and young probation officers in field safety practices, interactions with criminal populations, networking with other law enforcement agencies, and practicing proper courtroom decorum.
- Assisted the Chief and Assistant Chief Adult Probation Officer as needed.
Probation and Parole Officer
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
Washington, PA
10.1993 - 04.2000
- Responsible for an urban high crime caseload of up to 150 offenders.
- Lead Use of Force trainer for the department, certified in all aspects of Use of Force instructions, i.e. Firearms Instructor, Defensive Tactics, Collapsible Baton, Oleoresin Capsicum, and Conducted Electrical Weapons.
- Assisted management in the development of policies related to the use of force and drug testing.
- Assisted and assigned to joint task forces with the Pennsylvania State Police, Washington County Drug Task Force, and U.S. Marshals Service in joint operations with criminally involved populations and investigations.
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ09-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Penn West University At Edinboro
Edinboro, PA12-1992
Skills
- Performance management
- Innovation management
- Public Affairs Management
- Contract and vendor management
- Information Systems Administration
- Effective Multi-Tasking
- Government relations
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Budget control
- Leadership development
Affiliations
- Golfing
- Exercise
- Pittsburgh Sports
Accomplishments
- Completed Seven Marathons to date
- Natural Mr. Pittsburgh Bodybuilding Championship 1st place (2000)
- Ironman Finsher Morgantown, WV (2009)
Timeline
Probation Services Director
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
03.2015 - 07.2024
Assistant Chief Adult Probation and Parole Officer
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
07.2008 - 03.2015
Adjunct Professor
Penn West University at California
08.2005 - Current
Adjunct Professor
Waynesburg University
08.2004 - Current
Supervisor
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
04.2000 - 07.2008
Probation and Parole Officer
27th Judicial District, Pennsylvania
10.1993 - 04.2000
Master of Arts - Organizational Management
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Penn West University At Edinboro
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