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Rick Nava

Eastvale,Ca

Summary

Seeking Promotion to PAROLE AGENT II, ADULT PAROLE SPECIALIST Motivated Parole Agent possessing excellent organizational and analytical abilities. Strong knowledge of parole policies and procedures. Skillful in maintaining accurate offender records, assisting parolees with securing employment and supporting integration back into society. Manages offender crises and conducts motivational interviews. Commended for managing large caseload of parolees simultaneously.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Parole Agent I

Division of Adult Parole Operations
06.2015 - Current
  • Duties included the supervision and investigation of adult parolees recently released from State Prison, ensure compliance with state issued parole conditions, conduct arrests of non compliant parolees, participate in multi agency operations, conduct written reports to the Superior Court, appear in Superior Court matters, assist parolees in the successful reintegration to the community including working closely with the parolee's family.
  • Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring parolees'' compliance with court-ordered conditions.
  • Reduced recidivism rates by providing appropriate resources and guidance to help parolees successfully reintegrate into society.
  • Conducted thorough investigations and prepared comprehensive pre-parole reports for consideration by parole boards.
  • Collaborated with community partners to secure housing, employment, and educational opportunities for parolees, promoting selfsufficiency.
  • Maintained detailed case files and documented all interactions with parolees to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
  • Performed regular home visits to assess living conditions and provide support in maintaining a stable environment.
  • Responded promptly to violations of parole conditions, initiating appropriate corrective actions or revocations as necessary.
  • Developed tailored case management plans that addressed individual needs and risk factors, fostering successful reentry experiences.
  • Facilitated productive communication between parolees, their families, and relevant community stakeholders for better outcomes.
  • Completed ongoing training in areas such as mental health, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention techniques to enhance professional expertise.
  • Monitored electronic tracking devices for high-risk offenders, ensuring their adherence to court-mandated restrictions on movement or contact.

Deputy Probation Officer II

Los Angeles county Probation Department
08.2013 - 06.2015
  • Duties include the supervision of adults granted Post Release Community Supervision
  • Responsibilities include assisting the successful re-integration into the community, conducting face to face contacts in the field, assisting with referrals to community based organizations, mental health facilities and employment services while upholding the conditions of post released supervision; Conducting reports to the court regarding compliance with conditions
  • Duties also include the arrest of no compliant persons and collaborating with various law enforcement agencies.

Correctional Officer

Division of Adult Institutions
05.2013 - 08.2013
  • Duties include the supervision of adult inmates ordered to complete a period of time in a California State Prison, respond to emergencies via alarm response training, diffuse hostile situations with excellent verbal communication, conduct daily reports as well as incident reports for the department, Peace Officer Position.

Parole Agent I

Division of Adult Parole Operations
05.2007 - 04.2013
  • Duties included the supervision and investigation of adult parolees recently released from State Prison, ensure compliance with state issued parole conditions, conduct arrests of non compliant parolees, participate in multi agency operations, conduct written reports to the Board of Parole Hearings, appear at board hearings, appear in Superior Court matters, assist parolees in the successful reintegration to the community including working closely with the parolee's family
  • Specialized area included the supervision and investigation of High risk and Low risk sex offenders utilizing Global Positioning Devices technology, as well as the supervision of parolees classified as second strikers.

Deputy Probation Officer II

Los Angeles County Probation Department
02.2005 - 05.2007
  • Duties included the supervision of Juvenile probationers in a high school setting, ensured compliance with the court ordered conditions of probation, worked closely with school teachers and families, conducted arrests of non compliant offenders, conducted various written reports for Juvenile Court, conducted monthly statistics regarding work completed.

Deputy Probation Officer I

Los Angeles County Probation Department
04.2002 - 02.2005
  • Duties included the supervision of juvenile wards of the court in a residential camp setting, conducted daily activities, conducted various department reports as well as reports for the Juvenile Court, and ensured the safety and security of the facility.

Detention Services Officer

02.2001 - 04.2002
  • Supervised juvenile wards of the court in a juvenile detention setting, conducted daily activities, conducted various department reports, and ensured the safety and security of the facility.

Group Supervisor Nights

12.2000 - 02.2001
  • Duties included the supervision of juvenile wards of the court in a juvenile detention setting, conducted daily activities, conducted various department reports, and ensured the safety and security of the facility.

Student Worker

Los Angeles County Public Works
11.1999 - 10.2000
  • Duties included data entry, performing accounts receivables and issuing checks to various Los Angeles County vendors.

Education

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Business Administration -

University of La Verne
La Verne, Ca.
05.2000

Skills

  • Supervision and leadership
  • Specialized Global Positioning Systems PC 290 Sex Offender Caseload for 14 years
  • Excellent Working with Others
  • Dependable and Reliable

Timeline

Parole Agent I

Division of Adult Parole Operations
06.2015 - Current

Deputy Probation Officer II

Los Angeles county Probation Department
08.2013 - 06.2015

Correctional Officer

Division of Adult Institutions
05.2013 - 08.2013

Parole Agent I

Division of Adult Parole Operations
05.2007 - 04.2013

Deputy Probation Officer II

Los Angeles County Probation Department
02.2005 - 05.2007

Deputy Probation Officer I

Los Angeles County Probation Department
04.2002 - 02.2005

Detention Services Officer

02.2001 - 04.2002

Group Supervisor Nights

12.2000 - 02.2001

Student Worker

Los Angeles County Public Works
11.1999 - 10.2000

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Business Administration -

University of La Verne
Rick Nava