Tanya Parker
Clementon,New Jersey
Summary
Self-starter, team player, and adaptable well to change. Knowledge of correction and parole methods and practices. Able to communicate with the inmate population. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Hearing Officer 1 position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Parole Counselor (SPC)
New Jersey State Parole Board
04.2020 - Current
- Provides liaison between the State Parole Board and the Department of Corrections;
- Informed incarcerated persons of parole eligibility dates within 90 days of admission to State Prison, facilitating timely understanding of parole options;
- Reviews weekly computer-generated lists to determine which inmates are eligible for parole consideration;
- Submits the names of eligible persons for publication to each County Prosecutor’s office for review;
- Certified accuracy and completeness of pre-parole packages, scheduled hearings, and supported Hearing Officer in decision-making process.
- Conducts interviews at various stages of the parole process to provide information to incarcerated persons who may be eligible for parole;
- Reviews and responds to incarcerated persons correspondence regarding the parole process while maintaining computer records and paper files
- Assisted Board Panel during hearings by preparing comprehensive case files and relevant materials, enhancing review efficiency.
Parole Counselor Apprentice (PCA)
New Jersey State Parole Board
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Evaluates weekly computer-generated lists under close supervision to identify inmates eligible for parole consideration and submits names of eligible individuals for publication to each county prosecutor's office for review.
- Assisted principal parole counselor in coordinating initial parole hearing process. Certified pre-parole packages for accuracy and completeness. Scheduled hearings to facilitate smooth operations. Provided supportive services to hearing officer during hearings.
- Executed preparation of case files and associated materials for panel hearings. Validated completion of pre-hearing tasks essential for smooth operations. Oversaw recording equipment functionality to guarantee accurate documentation. Maintained compliance with state and agency rules throughout hearing proceedings.
- Facilitated interviews throughout parole process, delivering critical information to eligible inmates. Advised inmates on eligibility criteria and supported development of effective parole plans.
- Evaluates and formulates replies to inmate inquiries about parole process within designated time frame
- Maintains and updates computer records in conjunction with paper files.
- Master various electronic and manual recording systems utilized by agency office or related units.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of corrections.
Mail Handler Assistant (MHA)
United States Postal Service
07.2016 - 03.2018
- Loaded, unloaded, lifted, and carried moderate to heavy mail and packages from trucks and sorting equipment for timely processing;
- Separated outgoing bulk mail and efficiently loaded onto mail trucks for distribution to ensure prompt delivery.
- Operated machinery, such as electric forklifts, and carried mail to distribution area.
- Rewrapped damaged parcels, cleaned and swept areas including offices, restrooms, and trucks, and weighed mail to maintain cleanliness and organization.
- Supported team by taking on miscellaneous responsibilities beyond usual duties.
- Sorted incoming mail to ensure timely distribution across service routes.
- Operated various postal equipment, enhancing efficiency in processing operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading mail trucks, maintaining workflow continuity.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize sorting procedures and reduce delays.
Legal Administrative Specialist
Department of Veteran Affairs
02.2015 - 08.2015
- Advised veterans, their dependents, and beneficiaries via telephone regarding the full array of benefits available through the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as non-VA benefits available through other organizations concerned with veterans.
- Clarified decisions and reason for the decisions made by the VA and communicated verbally or in writing this information to the claimant.
- Responsible for checking the agency's routing system email inquiry destination mailbox, reviewing inquiries and responding to inquiries using the FAQ knowledge base to supply a standard response, or by forwarding or reassigning the inquiry to either inside or outside the agency's routing system depending upon the nature of the inquiry.
- Managed case files and documentation for veteran benefits claims processing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Justice
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ12-2016
Associate of Science - Information Technology
South University
Savannah, GA06-2013
Skills
- Relationship building
- Intake interviewing
- Client advocacy
- Client management
- Criminal justice knowledge
- Office administration
- Team collaboration
- Building rapport
- Learning disability awareness
Timeline
Senior Parole Counselor (SPC)
New Jersey State Parole Board
04.2020 - Current
Parole Counselor Apprentice (PCA)
New Jersey State Parole Board
03.2018 - 03.2020
Mail Handler Assistant (MHA)
United States Postal Service
07.2016 - 03.2018
Legal Administrative Specialist
Department of Veteran Affairs
02.2015 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Information Technology
South University
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Justice
Rowan University