Mike Ironfield
La Mesa,CA
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced Senior Probation Officer with 25 years of experience in the criminal justice system, including case management and field supervision. I am effective at managing difficult cases and making sound, educated decisions that are practical and creative. With advanced leadership skills and effective communication with others to help motivate individuals. . Focused on helping juveniles to make positive life changes and improve life situations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Probation Officer
San Diego County Probation Department
08.1998 - 03.2023
- Monitored defendants' compliance and progress in treatment by collaborating with counseling agencies.
- Completed reports presenting facts and recommendation's to the Court.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Instructor of Evidenced Based Practices regarding Risk Assessments, Motivational Interviewing and supervision of justice involved persons with behavior health diagnosis.
- Nine years supervising high risk juveniles.
- Seven years supervising high risk, seriously mentally ill adult offenders.
Safety Team Member
Skyline Church
01.1999 - Current
- Ensured protocols to keep children (toddlers through 5th grade) safe while on campus.
- Respond to medical emergencies.
- Watch for circumstance that could disrupt events on campus.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CABachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
San Diego, CAHigh School Diploma -
Christian High School
El Cajon, CASkills
- Corrective Action Planning
- Professional Relationships
- Mental Health Disorders Knowledge
- Behavioral Counseling
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Incident Reports
Accomplishments
- Awarded the Division's “Employee of the Year” (2019, 2022).
- Awarded Unit "Employee of the Year" (2020)
- Chief's Award, "Meritorious Award of Honor" (2004, 2010)
- Chief's Award "Certificate of Merit" (2009)
Certification
- First Aid/CPR-AED Training current to 01/2025
Timeline
Safety Team Member
Skyline Church
01.1999 - Current
Senior Probation Officer
San Diego County Probation Department
08.1998 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Grossmont College
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
National University
High School Diploma -
Christian High School