Taylor McCoy
Wilmer,Texas
Summary
Experienced professional in the field of criminal justice with 7 years of expertise, seeking a teaching position to make a positive impact on the younger generation. Strong educational background and a goal to contribute to student development and well-being. Eager to utilize my passion for helping and protecting others in this new opportunity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Parole Officer I
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2024 - Current
- Managed high-risk cases with exceptional care and vigilance, minimizing potential threats to public safety.
- Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness on behalf of assigned caseloads, providing valuable information for judicial decisions.
- Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring parolees'' activities and compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to apprehend violators, leading to a significant decrease in recidivism rates.
Higher Education Advisor
EDUCATION IS FREEDOM
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Assist students in all college preparatory activities (applications for admission, scholarships, SAT/ACT testing, etc.) to ensure students are prepared to enter and graduate from college
- Higher Education Advisors connect high school students with the financial and social resources necessary to make college matriculation and graduation a reality
Detention Service Officer I
DALLAS COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
02.2020 - 08.2022
- As a DSO, I perform initial physical searches, confiscation and inventory of all personal, recording of personal/ medical information, finger-printing, arrest photos, and assuring inmates safety prior to processing into a housing unit or release on bond
- Handcuffs and removes inmates from holdover cells and escorts inmates to and from arraignments, visitation, and other functions
- Monitor and control inmates’ behavior
- Search inmates’ incoming mail to identify, remove and document any contraband
- Rapidly respond to jail emergencies and conduct detailed searches of inmates’ cells and other jail facilities to locate and seize contraband
Community Supervision Officer I
DALLAS COUNTY CSCD
11.2015 - 01.2020
- As a CSO, I was tasked to help provide public protection through supervision of offenders residing in Dallas County
- I had to enforce the court ordered conditions of community supervision and provide the offender with a wide range of rehabilitative services and resources
- It was my duty to supervise a caseload of 130 probationers and provide quality service, public safety, and positive behavior change through the use of effective techniques for the betterment of the community
Juvenile Supervision Officer I
DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
07.2015 - 10.2015
- As a JSO, I provided direct supervision to youths in a 24-hour residential facility
- Making sure each youth followed departmental policies, procedures, and standards
- Provided individual/group counseling
- Made critical judgments/decisions during crisis or potentially dangerous situations
- Disciplined youths enforced the rules of the facility, and documented behavior
- Restrained, chased and/or carried unruly youths
- Conducted inspections, drills, room checks, and physical searches
- Transported youths to and from appointments and also to school
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice & Sociology
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
Commerce, TX05.2015
Skills
- Sound ethics and judgment
- Interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of Legal Structures
- Writing skills
- Self-motivated
- Proactive attitude
- Ability to work in challenging and competitive environments
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Time management skills
- Organizational skills
- Proficient in a window-based environment
- Typing speed of 65 wpm
Timeline
Parole Officer I
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
05.2024 - Current
Higher Education Advisor
EDUCATION IS FREEDOM
11.2023 - 04.2024
Detention Service Officer I
DALLAS COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT
02.2020 - 08.2022
Community Supervision Officer I
DALLAS COUNTY CSCD
11.2015 - 01.2020
Juvenile Supervision Officer I
DALLAS COUNTY JUVENILE DEPARTMENT
07.2015 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice & Sociology
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY