Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Probation Employee of the Month-October 2024
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Kevin Hall

Kevin Hall

10950 Arrow Route #254,CA

Summary

Skilled and accomplished Juvenile Deputy Probation Officer, Military Veteran and Entrepreneur, with close to 25 years of experience at the Los Angeles County Probation Department, excelling in offender supervision and motivational interviewing. Demonstrated success in enhancing rehabilitation through personalized plans and interagency collaboration. Skilled in cultural competency, report writing, conflict resolution and significantly contributing to public safety and offender reform. Proven mentor and strong communicator, fostering professional growth, effective case management on reducing recidivism and helping thousands of juvenile youth improve life situations.

Proactive, results-focused and passionate.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CEO

Big Why Properties LLC
03.2021 - Current
  • Founder & CEO
  • Strategic Market Insight – Deep understanding of local real estate particularly in commercial (multi-units) and residential. Knowledgeable in real estate trends, enabling accurate property valuations and effective investment strategies.
  • Negotiation Expertise – Skilled in negotiating favorable client terms, maximizing profitability and satisfaction for all parties.
  • Oversees daily operations, analyzing properties for possible acquisitions i.e., wholesale, flipping, buy and hold and rentals.
  • Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.

Deputy Probation Officer II

Los Angeles County Probation Department
03.2000 - Current

Ensured compliance to probation conditions, promptly addressing any violations or concerns.

  • Assisted in training new deputy probation officers, sharing knowledge and expertise for a stronger department workforce.
  • Established trusting relationships with probationers, fostering open communication channels for constructive guidance and feedback.
  • Collaborated closely with local law enforcement agencies to address public safety concerns related to at-risk individuals under supervision.
  • Interpreted legal concepts and issues to complete and close out cases.
  • Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed case documentation, allowing for informed decision-making in court proceedings.
  • Improved offender rehabilitation by developing and implementing personalized probation plans.
  • Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation.
  • Suggested special community service rehabilitation programs to help further support offenders.
  • Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
  • Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.

Sergeant

Military
09.1986 - 04.1993
  • Sergeant E-5 rank-United States Marine Corps
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Responsible for Marine Corps Procurement and Supply Administration.
  • Responsible for supplying front-line Infantry Units with supplies and combat gear.
  • Proven Expertise in Strategic Management
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Demonstrated respect, professionalism and highly motivated to help wherever needed and called upon.
  • Honorably Discharged.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Education

No Degree -

LAC Probation Academy
Los Angeles, CA
04-2000

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

California State University At Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
05-1998

Skills

  • Offender supervision
  • Professional boundaries
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Behavior Modification
  • Cultural Competency
  • Policy Enforcement
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Risk and needs assessments
  • Training and mentoring
  • Motivational
  • Public Speaking
  • Report Writing

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Probation “Employee of the Month” at work site (October 2024)

Affiliations

  • Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.,
  • Brother II Brother Mentoring Organization-Former Board Member

Certification

  • African American Board Leadership Institute Program Certificate of Completion (April 2021)

Probation Employee of the Month-October 2024

Recognized by LA County Probation Department (Job Location) as Employee of the Month for  exemplifying the best of the Department's mission statement of which to "Rebuild Lives and Provide for Healthier and Safer Communities."

Interests

  • Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
  • Adventure World Traveling
  • Gym Workouts
  • Mentoring Youth
  • Writing
  • Foodie

Timeline

CEO

Big Why Properties LLC
03.2021 - Current

Deputy Probation Officer II

Los Angeles County Probation Department
03.2000 - Current

Sergeant

Military
09.1986 - 04.1993

No Degree -

LAC Probation Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

California State University At Long Beach
Kevin Hall