Tynika Cobbs
La Plata ,MD
Summary
Highly Motivated Probation Officer with 16 years of experience working with adult offenders in the criminal justice system, including case management, field supervision and Global Position System installation and training. Goal-oriented with exceptional skills in case management , collaboration with law enforcement partners, and community stakeholders. Adaptable and focused with a commitment to effectiveness. Seasoned professional with excellent communication, organization, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Supervision Officer
Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency
Washington, DC
03.2010 - Current
- Supervise offenders released on probation, parole, and/or supervised release to reduce recidivism and promote public safety.
- Determine appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments according to Agency policy and procedure.
- Write progress reports and testify under oath at court hearings and parole violation/status hearings.
- Refer offenders to necessary community resources in efforts to further support offenders employment, housing, and medical needs.
- Maintain organized offender records and documentation in compliance with Agency standards.
- Conducted investigations into violations and other allegations as deemed necessary.
- Monitored offenders' compliance and progress in treatment by reviewing reports from counseling agencies.
- Adhered to legal and Agency requirements by performing office, home and employment visits.
- Built relationships with offenders, and families of offenders by assessing living conditions and case background information to determine additional need for services.
- Employed appropriate incentives and sanctions to achieve desired behaviors and outcomes.
- Collaborate with Metropolitan Police Department in efforts to verify offenders compliance with the DC Gun Offender Registration process. Maintain offender database of 1000 plus offenders to ensure offenders are registered as ordered by the Court and compliant with the DC Gun Offender Registry.
- Coordinate home verification visits with Metropolitan Police Department to ensure offenders housing is stable and meets registration criteria.
- Collaborate with community partners, stakeholders, and residents in efforts to plan community initiatives in efforts to strengthen the community and promote public safety.
- Conduct and assist with Global Position System installation, tracking, and troubleshooting in efforts to provide precise information on offender whereabouts.
- Provide Supervisory coverage during absence of the current Supervisory Community Supervision Officer. Conduct staff safety checks, create staff schedules in efforts to ensure adequate staff coverage according to Agency needs.
- Plan, initiate, and facilitate community events along with staff, community partners, and offender population in efforts to build positive rapport between law enforcement and citizens of Washington, DC.
Probation Parole Agent
Department Of Public Safety And Correctional Services
Salisbury, MD
06.2006 - 03.2010
- Served as court liaison by attending court hearings and presenting reports and recommendations.
- Coordinated and worked closely with law enforcement, social service agencies and mental health providers.
- Collaborated with institutional staff, area law enforcement, mental health boards, county attorneys and treatment providers.
- Reported violations of parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
- Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees.
- Participated in Wicomico County E.X.I.L.E Project and conducted investigations on over 100 offenders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD05.2006
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- PPE Compliance
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Decision Making
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Training and Development
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team Building
- Self-Motivated
- Organization and Time Management
Timeline
Community Supervision Officer
Court Services & Offender Supervision Agency
03.2010 - Current
Probation Parole Agent
Department Of Public Safety And Correctional Services
06.2006 - 03.2010
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Salisbury University