Michael Valentich
Rockford,IL
Summary
Knowledgeable, multi talented Individual with strategic vision and extensive background in driving organizational growth and operational efficiency. Led transformative initiatives that streamlined processes and fostered innovation across diverse industries. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills, consistently leveraging analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities to achieve corporate goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Probation Officer Pretrial Division
Winnebago County 17th Circuit Court Illinois
04.2024 - Current
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Established productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Ensured compliance with court-ordered sanctions by closely monitoring probationers'' adherence to conditions of release.
- Supervision of 90-110 defendants via in office or virtual appointments.
- Mentored new probation officers, sharing knowledge and expertise to ensure their success in managing caseloads effectively.
- Collaborated with senior leadership during decision-making processes and created thorough offender reports for corrective action planning.
- Arranged Drug testing, mental health and substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders. As well as providing defendants with community resources to help with successful discharge of supervision.
Racing Driver Coaching/Mentoring Program Coordinator
Valentich Motorsports
04.2020 - Current
- One on one driver coaching and mentoring utilizing modern technology such as data recorders, video and software to analyze and provide feedback
- Improved individual/racing team performance by developing and executing effective training programs.
- Enhanced vehicle performance with meticulous data analysis and strategic adjustments.
- Guidance in vehicle builds and parts recommendations
- Expanded racing knowledge by attending industry seminars, workshops, and networking events regularly.
Director of Operations
Sports Car Club Of Rockford
05.2014 - 05.2023
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity
- Developed a program to attract new members and customers (club saw growth of 180%)
- Built a great team of individuals to help carry out tasks needed like seeking of venues, investors & sponsors
- Collaborated with board members to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives
- Monitored budget and utilized operational resources
- Achieved team goals through formalized training plans, coaching, and performance management
Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic
Toms Truck & Trailer Repair
06.2019 - 03.2024
- Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work
- Body work estimates, repairs dealing with insurance companies, vendors & customers
- Run shop when owner is not present
- Includes invoicing & billing utilizing Quick books
- Monitored and analyzed sales reports to identify opportunities for growth.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, enhancing profit margins.
President/Owner/Operator
Top Speed Logistics LLC
06.2013 - 04.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions
- Established foundational processes for business operations
- Staying compliant with new rules, laws & regulations
- Manage employees & keep productivity with company goals
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
- Keep detailed records of freight, expanses, income to balance budget & create predicted quarterly outlook
- Schedule needed preventative maintenance & repair
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Criminal Law
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Homeland Security
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN03.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Rasmussen College
Lake Elmo, MN03.2011
Skills
- Computer literacy
- Remote Video Conferencing
- Project Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Managing Live Events
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Marketing
- Racing Instructor
- Performance Analysis
- Report Writing
- Investigations
- Case Management
- Risk and needs assessments
- Data Gathering
- Data Collection
- Training and mentoring
- Security clearance
- FLUENT IN German, Croatian, Serbian and Bosnian
Multiple member of the year awards and worker of the year awards through various Sports Car Club
Throughout my 10+ years of racing as a hobby, I achieved a 91% win ratio of all events entered and received many driver of the year awards. More importantly, however, are the multiple member of the year and worker of the year awards that I was honored to receive by volunteering and giving back to the organizations who gave me a outlet not to just enjoy a sport I love, but also a chance to meet many different individuals and learn new skills that would go on and help me throughout life.
Languages
Croatian
Native or Bilingual
Bosnian
Native or Bilingual
Serbian
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Probation Officer Pretrial Division
Winnebago County 17th Circuit Court Illinois
04.2024 - Current
Racing Driver Coaching/Mentoring Program Coordinator
Valentich Motorsports
04.2020 - Current
Shop Manager/Lead Mechanic
Toms Truck & Trailer Repair
06.2019 - 03.2024
Director of Operations
Sports Car Club Of Rockford
05.2014 - 05.2023
President/Owner/Operator
Top Speed Logistics LLC
06.2013 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Homeland Security
Rasmussen College
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Rasmussen College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Criminal Law
Rasmussen College
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