Rory Smith
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Dedicated Supervising Deputy Probation Officer recognized for training and mentoring junior staff. Expertise in implementing effective intervention strategies, driving departmental improvements, and fostering collaborative partnerships to enhance offender reintegration and community safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer
Orange County Probation Department
909 N. Main St, Suite #1 Santa Ana, CA 92701
06.2017 - 03.2026
- Coordinated with law enforcement, social services, and community organizations to support probation objectives.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify individual needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
- Mentored junior officers, enhancing team performance through training and shared best practices.
- Analyzed case data to identify trends, informing policy recommendations for department improvements.
- Led departmental initiatives focused on reducing recidivism rates through targeted intervention strategies.
- Streamlined case management processes for increased efficiency in monitoring and reporting on probation cases.
- Provided expert testimony in court proceedings as needed, offering insightful recommendations regarding sentencing options or probation modifications.
- Spearheaded quality assurance measures within the department by regularly reviewing case files and identifying areas for improvement or training needs among staff.
- Assisted in budget planning and financial management for the department, optimizing resource utilization across various programs.
- Developed customized training programs for staff members to enhance professional development and maintain industry best practices.
- Facilitated communication between courts, law enforcement agencies, and community resources for effective case coordination.
- Mentored and guided junior probation officers to improve their skills and effectiveness in managing caseloads.
- Established collaborative partnerships with local community organizations to support successful reintegration of offenders into society postrelease.
- Conducted risk assessments to accurately assign appropriate supervision levels to each offender, ensuring public safety.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Interpreted legal concepts and issues to complete and close out cases.
- Handled 9 officers who had full-cycle caseloads per month with an average of 40 to 80 cases per caseload.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies, and procedures.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among all employees.
- Ensured compliance with all legal requirements pertaining to probation supervision, mitigating potential liabilities for the agency.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in probation supervision.
Deputy Probation Officer
Orange County Probation Department
909 N. Main St, Suite 1 Santa Ana CA 92701
03.1999 - 03.2017
- Mentored junior staff on best practices in case management and reporting protocols.
- Analyzed data trends to improve program effectiveness and resource allocation strategies.
- Led training sessions on legal updates, ensuring team adherence to current regulations.
- Supported offender families by connecting them with appropriate community services and resources.
Deputy Probation Officer
Humboldt County Probation Department
2002 Harrison Ave Eureka CA 95501
08.1996 - 03.1999
- Supervised probationers to ensure compliance with court orders and rehabilitation requirements.
- Developed individualized case plans by assessing needs and risks of clients.
- Collaborated with community resources to support probationer reintegration into society.
- Conducted regular progress meetings, evaluating probation objectives and outcomes.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution during challenging situations with clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environments and provide additional support as needed.
- Established trusting relationships with probationers, fostering open communication channels for constructive guidance and feedback.
- Collaborated closely with local law enforcement agencies to address public safety concerns related to at-risk individuals under supervision.
- Provided expert testimony in court hearings, contributing to fair sentencing decisions based on individual case factors.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations.
- Maintained organized offender records and documentation in compliance with department and legal standards.
- Screened offender referrals and completed intake interviews and paperwork.
- Employed appropriate incentives and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors and outcomes.
- Interpreted data from various assessment tools to determine appropriate level of supervision.
- Monitored defendants' compliance and progress in treatment by reviewing reports from counseling agencies.
- Adhered to legal requirements by performing office, home, and employment visits.
- Evaluated people on probation to determine best course of rehabilitation.
- Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
- Suggested special community service rehabilitation programs to help further support offenders.
- Maintained accurate and detailed case documentation, allowing for informed decision-making in court proceedings.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
- Completed reports on behalf of court and associated legal entities.
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies, and procedures.
- Researched each case thoroughly to strengthen case outcomes.
- Verified social and legal history information of individual probationers.
- Transported and monitored offenders on probation and parole for compliance with court protocols.
- Compiled information from law enforcement and conducted interviews with youth offenders.
- Oversaw administration of DNA indexing and drug and alcohol screenings for offenders.
- Created and maintained parole hearing information to keep leadership up-to-date on offender status.
- Observed residents for compliance and behavior issues.
- Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on probation.
- Provided court testimony to support court decisions.
- Reported violations of probation conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
- Improved offender rehabilitation by developing and implementing personalized probation plans.
- Developed targeted intervention plans, addressing specific criminogenic needs of each probationer.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of probation services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saddleback High School
Santa Ana, CA06-1989
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA06-1996
Associate of Arts -
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana, CA06-1992
Skills
- Offender supervision
- Verbal communication
- Courtroom testimony
- Interagency collaboration
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Risk and needs assessments
- Efficiency
- Adult probation
- Case planning
- Motivational
- Training and mentoring
- Court filings
- Verbal and written communication
- Team building
- Community resources
- First aid training
- Documentation
- Data collection
- Weapons training
- Investigations
- Court procedures
- Report writing
- Administration of physical restraints training
- Home inspections
- Taser training
- Interviews
- Database searches
- Substance abuse
- Community service programs
- Field supervision
- Juvenile probation
- Urinalysis testing
- Firearm basic training
- Confident
- Research/due diligence
- Teamwork
- Cognitive behavioral training
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 9 staff members.
- Coordinated pilot program focused on training new armed officers in the High Control Unit
- Teamed with another supervisor and started a training program to new staff assigned to the AB109 Division.
Certification
- [OTX V.I.P. Security ] Training - 2024
- Defensive Driving Training-San Bernardino County Sheriff's-2022
Timeline
Supervising Deputy Probation Officer
Orange County Probation Department
06.2017 - 03.2026
Deputy Probation Officer
Orange County Probation Department
03.1999 - 03.2017
Deputy Probation Officer
Humboldt County Probation Department
08.1996 - 03.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Humboldt State University
High School Diploma -
Saddleback High School
Associate of Arts -
Santa Ana College
Chiefs Award 2018
I was the supervisor of the Non Custody Intake unit and our unit received the Chiefs Award for the outstanding work our unit did with the intake of juvenile cases that we processed as out of custody referrals, to keep the juvenile hall population down.