Minnie Sutherland
KINSTON,NC
Summary
Dedicated and resilient Probation Supervisor with advanced leadership skills and knowledge of legal system processes. Communicates effectively with others and helps motivate individuals to make positive life changes. Criminal justice professional well-educated on state and federal laws, court procedures and underlying social issues that contribute to crime. Expertise in research and statistical analysis. Knowledgeable about premises monitoring, CCTV, screening techniques and defensive tactics. Adept at collecting relevant probationer data, connecting with family members and monitoring minors. Well-organized and proactive with excellent time management and multitasking skills. Ready to bring 30+ years of related experience to a new role. Experienced Probation Officer effective at managing difficult cases and making sound, educated decisions. Creative and practical problem solver. Probation Officer focused on encouraging offenders to rise above obstacles and accept life's challenges. Extensive training in motivational interviewing techniques. Highly-motivated Probation Supervisor with 22 years experience in the criminal justice system, including case management, field supervision and weapons training. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills bringing 30 years in corrections and law enforcement. Remains calm under pressure and works well in fast-paced, team-based environments. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Probation Officer/Probation Officer
NC Department Of Adult Services
02.2002 - 08.2023
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Referred felony and misdemeanor offenders to necessary community resources.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies, and procedures.
- Monitored defendants' compliance and progress in treatment by reviewing reports from counseling agencies.
- Screened offender referrals and completed intake interviews and paperwork.
- Built relationships with defendants and offenders, assessing living conditions and case background information.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home and employment visits.
- Suggested special community service rehabilitation programs to help further support offenders.
- Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
- Gathered information from people in community, family members and agencies about conduct of probationers.
- Employed appropriate incentives and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors and outcomes.
- Interpreted data from various assessment tools to determine appropriate level of supervision.
- Helped resolve probationer issues with housing, employment and healthcare.
- Performed both pre-sentence and pre-parole investigations.
- Coordinated community and job placement resources.
- Transported and monitored offenders on probation and parole for compliance with court protocols.
- Interpreted legal concepts and issues to complete and close out cases.
- Handled over 150 full-cycle caseloads per month.
- Initiated crisis intervention by following official crisis communication plans and training.
- Created and maintained parole hearing information to keep leadership up-to-date on offender status.
Education
BBA - Organizational Development
Mt Olive College
Mt Olive, NC12.1999
Associate of Arts -
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NC05.1999
Skills
- Data Gathering
- Case Management
- MS Office Proficiency
- Public Speaking
- Presentence Investigation Reports (PSI)
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Stranger Sexual Assault Training
- Parolee Transportation
- Court Orders
- Legal Standards
- Report Preparation as a Chief Probation Officer
- Report Writing
- Community Service Programs
- Community Organization
- Behavioral Counseling
- Physical Restraints Training Administration
- Community Mental Health Programs
- Interdepartmental Collaboration
- Defendant Monitoring
- Rehabilitation Support
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Suicide Prevention Training
- Advanced Defensive Tactics Training
- Urinalysis Testing
- Home Inspections
- Case Planning
- Corrective Actions
- Court Hearings
- Community Resources
- Interstate Compact Familiarity
- Drug Court Understanding
- Case Notes
- Field Supervision
- Administer Drug Tests
- Legal Processes
- Home Assessments
- Intake Procedures
- Crisis Intervention Techniques
- Evaluate Progress
- Maintain Case Files
- Court Preparation
- Cognitive Behavioral Training
- Arresting Individuals
- Firearm Basic Training
- Electronic Monitoring
- Progress Reports
- Work Release Programs
- File Review
- Monitor Parolees
- School Programs
- Home Visits
- Supervising a Unit/Officers responsible for supervision of Sex Offenders & Domestic Violence
- Annual Reports
- Mental Health Disorders Knowledge
- Interviewing Expertise
- Noncompliance Management
- Assessment Tools
- Court Report Documentation
- Professional Relationships
Professional References
Cynthia Sutton (previous Judicial District Manager) April 2013-June 2021 Phone: 252-521-4131
Laquada Abrom (Probation Officer) 2015-August 2023 252-468-9146
Richard Darden (Clergy past 15 years) 252-327-3453
Timeline
Chief Probation Officer/Probation Officer
NC Department Of Adult Services
02.2002 - 08.2023
BBA - Organizational Development
Mt Olive College
Associate of Arts -
Lenoir Community College
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