Mya E. Courtney
Harrington,DE
Summary
Highly motivated and mission-driven, with 6 years of experience in law enforcement. Proven record of leadership and case management skills with extensive knowledge in supervision, security threat groups, investigations and de-escalation tactics. Goal-oriented and confident in my abilities to execute and complete any task individually or in a team environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Probation and Parole Officer
Delaware Department of Corrections
02.2021 - Current
- Interpreting and translating court sentencing orders.
- Ability to write clear, concise and comprehensive reports for court hearings.
- Supervising 50+ person caseloads at a single time.
- Extensive experience in specialized caseloads such as electronic monitoring, Group Violence intervention (GVI) and Reentry.
- Completing thorough Security Threat Group (STG) validations.
- Collecting relevant information from various sources to support specific investigations.
- Skilled in questioning individuals to obtain information and build rapport.
- Experience in tactical maneuvers and weapon trainings.
- Conducted regular field visits to verify compliance with curfew restrictions and other court-ordered conditions.
- Managed high-risk cases with exceptional care and vigilance, minimizing potential threats to public safety.
- Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring parolees'' activities and compliance with court-ordered conditions.
Correctional Officer
Delaware Department of Corrections
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Proven ability to adhere to policies and procedures as a lead worker.
- Use communication and negotiation skills to resolve disputes and prevent violence.
- Monitor Offender activity, conduct searches, enforce rules and maintain order.
- Proven ability to de-escalate volatile situations while ensuring safety and order.
- Successfully restrain and control inmates when circumstances deem it necessary.
- Ensured that all policies were practiced during the transporting of inmates to court appearances, medical appointments and other facilities as needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol
09.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
Delaware Technical Community College
Dover, De05.2021
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- De-escalation techniques
- Problem-solving abilities
- Interpersonal Communication skills
- Analytical thinking
- Trained in defensive tactics
Certification
- Emergency Vehicle Operator (EVO) Certified- 2025
- Security Threat Group (STG) Investigator- 2024
- Intelligence Analysis Training Course-2025
- Effective Practices in Community Supervision (EPICS) - 2022
- Criminal Intelligence Systems Operating Policies (28 CFR Part 23)- 2022
- East Coast Gang Investigators Association Conference- 2025
- The Art of Interviewing- 2025
Timeline
Probation and Parole Officer
Delaware Department of Corrections
02.2021 - Current
Correctional Officer
Delaware Department of Corrections
01.2019 - 02.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cadia Rehabilitation Capitol
09.2017 - 01.2019
Associates Degree - Criminal Justice
Delaware Technical Community College
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