Kimberlee O'Neal

Responsible for the overall management and daily operational functions of the Port Orchard field office. Responsible for the supervision of offenders as it relates to RCW's, WAC's, policy directives, and offender risk; identify the factors that contribute to criminal behavior/activities and potential solutions; ensure offender accountability through research-based programs targeted to offender success, risk, and deficits; measure and analyze performance and results. As a CCS, I supervised Community Corrections Officers, clerical support, and other corrections staff. As a CCS, I would develop, coordinate, train and supervise various specialized DOC initiatives and programs for offenders and staff, further responsible for local implementation and quality assurance of these programs. I educated stakeholders in community corrections initiatives, while building effective relationships with the local communities. Further responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to:

- Supervise and manage all operations staff, facilities, and work performance.

- Practice effective coaching and correcting to enhance staff professional development.

- Complete timely annual evaluations on all direct reports, review in person with staff members, identify/strategize/address any workload issues or staff concerns and celebrate/recognize successes.

- Collaborate with HR staff to recruit and retain qualified, competent and diverse staff.

- Ensure staff are aware of and educated about the agency Diversity and Inclusion Plan as well as the agency Wellness and Recognition initiatives.

- Frequently meet with unit staff for the purpose of sharing information and receiving feedback.

- Monitor and track compliance and completion of required Annual In-Service, firearm and defensive tactic training.

- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all staff in the office and in the field.

- Promote CCO engagement with offenders and their families in re-entry programs and activities which will enhance their success in the community.

- Implement, direct and evaluate statewide programs/policies (ie., offender re-entry, risk management, offender programs, and community involvement).

- Hone skills and core competencies to include but not limited to: peoples safety, treating others with respect and courtesy, cultivate an environment of integrity and trust, respectful and inclusive interactions, positivity in words and actions, supporting people's success, dependability, accountability, judgment and problem solving, leadership, communication, relationship building, ethics and integrity, embracing diversity and cultural differences, people management, and managing for results.

I worked in the diversion program with minor first-time juvenile offenders who received community service hours as an alternative sanction to confinement. Processed all youth through the program, orientating them on policies, procedures, what to expect, and how I would support them to successfully complete the courts requirements. I was responsible for maintaining and organizing numerous crew schedules, jobs, equipment, locations and transportation. I also supervised a crew of my own on the weekends. Taught life and employment skills to the youth, such as, how to safely and properly load equipment, use a lawnmower, weed eater, maintain grounds, paint new surfaces, as well as cover graffiti throughout the city. There were five different districts we serviced and rotated the crews to maximize experience. There was also an educational/classroom component to the program where I conducted mock interviews, practiced filling out applications, taught interpersonal skills, importance of study and school participation, community referrals, when necessary, etc. For some of the youth, this program provided the only prosocial individuals or support they had in their life. The goal of this program was to impact change at the lowest level in efforts to encourage and empower the youth to make different choices in life and assist them in completing their alternative sanctions.

Worked for different retail stores in Western Washington malls. Recruited to other stores for career advancement. Responsible for all store operations: Staffing, recruiting, training, supervising, appraising staff, managing budget, maintaining statistical and financial records, interviewing, scheduling, team meetings, goal setting/meeting sales targets, maximizing profitability, merchandising, floor sets, customer service, personal shopping, dealing with customer queries and complaints, overseeing pricing and stock control, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, preparing promotional materials and displays, liaising with head office.