MICHAEL ESTRADA
Albuquerque,NM
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Parole Officer/Transitional Coordinator
New Mexico Corrections Department
04.2014 - Current
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures by providing input based on professional experience and knowledge of industry best practices.
- Conducted biannual provider audits to evaluate fidelity to contractual obligations held with the New Mexico Corrections Department.
- Wrote curricula for proactive community supervision, Officer wellness, and conflict management. Delivered comprehensive training to tenured Officers and Supervisors.
- Conducted ongoing community resource research to identify and expand provider network.
- Worked closely with the Adult Prisons Division, state agencies, and community providers to promote seamless transition between institution and community.
- Provided direct instruction to offenders on job readiness and maintenance.
- As a Senior Officer, provided direct instruction for new Officers in the domains of effective reentry practices and setting supervision conditions.
- Developed strong rapport with offenders through consistent communication while enforcing accountability for their actions.
- Reduced recidivism rates by providing offenders with resources, guidance, and support to successfully reintegrate into society.
- Promoted successful reentry by connecting offenders with appropriate resources such as housing, employment, and substance abuse treatment services.
- Recommended changes to probation or parole conditions based on offender behavior and progress, ensuring fair treatment within legal guidelines.
- Mentored new probation officers by sharing expertise in caseload management, risk assessment tools, and supervision techniques.
- Strengthened communication between stakeholders by participating in multidisciplinary team meetings focused on offender management strategies.
- Facilitated positive change among offenders by utilizing motivational interviewing techniques during interactions.
- Collaborated with treatment providers, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations for effective supervision and intervention strategies.
- Strengthened collaboration among correctional staff members through open communication channels across different departments.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Managed vendor relationships to secure best quality of services and products for organizational needs.
Community Corrections Administrator
New Mexico Corrections Department
11.2011 - 04.2024
- Managed $5 million treatment/counseling budget.
- Served as agency liaison to the New Mexico Behavioral Health Purchasing Collaborative, Behavioral Health Planning Council, and Drug Court Advisory Committee.
- Managed facility operations at two residential recovery programs.
- Drafted policy and corresponding revisions to the New Mexico Community Corrections Act.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by Department policy and legal regulations.
- Organized workflow and delegated tasks effectively to ensure timely project completion without compromising quality.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Cultivated positive relationships with colleagues, vendors, and community stakeholders to deliver timely and cost-effective services and materials.
- Instructed Probation-Parole Officer Cadets in effective communication strategies with offenders, goal setting, and quality case management.
- Provided instruction in Mental Health First Aid.
Community Corrections Program Manager
New Mexico Corrections Department
09.2006 - 07.2011
Timeline
Probation Parole Officer/Transitional Coordinator
New Mexico Corrections Department
04.2014 - Current
Community Corrections Administrator
New Mexico Corrections Department
11.2011 - 04.2024
Community Corrections Program Manager
New Mexico Corrections Department
09.2006 - 07.2011
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