Karrington Butts
Georgia World Congress Center
Eatonton,GA
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Experienced with public safety and law enforcement procedures, focusing on maintaining order and protecting citizens. Utilizes strategic problem-solving and effective communication to handle diverse situations. Track record of building strong community relationships and ensuring compliance with legal standards.
Work History
Off-Duty Police Officer
1 Year 10 Months- Conducted routine patrols to monitor activity and deter potential incidents.
- Enforced safety regulations to ensure public security at events.
- Collaborated with event staff to manage crowd control effectively.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing first aid.
Probation and Parole Officer II
2 Years 10 Months- Developed individualized case plans tailored to rehabilitative needs of parolees.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and community organizations to facilitate resource access for parolees.
- Evaluated progress of parolees through home visits and progress reports.
- Conducted regular meetings with parolees to monitor compliance with conditions of release.
- Managed caseloads effectively, ensuring timely documentation and updates in case management system.
- Trained new officers on best practices for supervision and case management strategies.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness on behalf of assigned caseloads, providing valuable information for judicial decisions.
- Managed high-risk cases with exceptional care and vigilance, minimizing potential threats to public safety.
- Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring parolees'' activities and compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to apprehend violators, leading to a significant decrease in recidivism rates.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques when engaging with clients, eliciting genuine commitment towards personal growth and change.
- Conducted thorough pre-release investigations, ensuring seamless transition from incarceration to community reintegration.
- Prepared detailed case notes, violation reports, progress reports, and recommendations for court.
Juvenile Probation Officer
1 Month- Developed and implemented tailored probation plans for youth under supervision.
- Monitored compliance with probation conditions, ensuring accountability and promoting positive behavior change.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine rehabilitation needs of juvenile offenders.
- Collaborated with community resources to facilitate access to educational and counseling services.
Misdemeanor Probation Officer
1 Year 1 Month- Managed caseload of misdemeanor offenders, ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions and agency policies to promote rehabilitation.
- Conducted intake interviews, reviewed court orders, and explained probation requirements to ensure offender understanding and compliance.
- Monitored compliance with probation conditions, including reporting requirements, payment of fines and fees, community service completion, and court-ordered treatment programs.
- Administered drug and alcohol screenings and documented results in accordance with agency procedures.
- Prepared detailed case notes, violation reports, progress reports, and recommendations for court.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Skills
Case management
Criminal investigations
Case planning and development
Report preparation
Crisis intervention
Problem resolution
Collaboration
Team management
Leadership
Certification
- Georgia P.O.S.T- Peace Officer Certification(O259461)
- GA DCS-Advanced Arrest Teams
- GA DCS-Advanced Firearms
- GA DCS-Moral Reconation Therapy Certification
- CPR Certified
- CRIT Training
- GPACS
Timeline
Off-Duty Police Officer
Georgia World Congress Center
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Probation and Parole Officer II
Georgia Department of Community Supervision
09.2023 - 07.2026Read More
Juvenile Probation Officer
Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice
05.2023 - 06.2023Read More
Misdemeanor Probation Officer
Csra Probation Services
04.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Middle Georgia State University
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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