Vanessa Meade
North Augusta,United States
Summary
Experienced Criminal Justice Professor with an exemplary track record of fostering student success and 10 years as a dedicated federal employee. Known for developing engaging instructional plans and creating a dynamic learning environment. Highly commended for delivering well-prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Criminal Justice Professor
Strayer University (Online)
12.2009 - Current
- Teach online courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration
- Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate students on criminal law, defensive policing, report writing, and investigation techniques
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions
- Keep abreast of developments in field by reading current literature and participating in professional conferences
- Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records
- Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts
- Manage and train Teaching Assistants on procedures and processes for grading assignments
- Attend meetings and briefings in support of criminal justice department
- Serve as liaison with local and federal law enforcement agencies
- Participate in criminal justice organizations within University
- Designated as Subject Matter Expert in criminal justice, security, and threat detection
- Provides support, oversight, and guidance and develops plans, procedures, and regulations for Criminal Justice program
- Worked on projects developing plans, ensuring procedures were conducted by following regulations
- Organize and compose Criminal Justice curriculum for incoming first-year students
- Teaching curriculum including Comparative Criminal Justice (CRJ330); Crime and Criminal Behavior (CRJ105); Juvenile Delinquency and Justice (CRJ180); Ethics and Leadership in Criminal Justice (CRJ220); and Introduction to Criminal Justice (CRJ100); Report Writing for Criminal Justice Professionals (CRJ150).
Criminal Justice Professor
Westwood College
03.2009 - 12.2009
- Implemented program that includes law enforcement professionals' visits and their participation in CRJ classes
- Developed and implemented class curriculum, including application of theory with practice of real-world experience for undergraduate students majoring in criminal justice
- Established connections with local and state representatives with subject matter expertise in Criminal Justice and law enforcement to integrate guest lecturers into learning experience
- Worked with diverse student population and developed strategies to respond effectively to various learning models and writing abilities
- Organized and composed Criminal Justice curriculum for incoming freshmen
- Teaching curriculum included courses in Introduction to Criminal Justice (CJ101); Drugs and Narcotics (CJ180); and Political Science (PolySci423).
United States Magistrate
Commonwealth of Virginia, Thirty-First Judicial District Court
12.2008 - 02.2009
- As United States Magistrate, valuable knowledge of law and interviewing techniques for questioning and evaluating suspects in criminal violations
- Approved and issued search warrants and approved arrest warrants
- Authorized bail or commit to jail persons charged with major criminal offenses
- Administered oaths and took acknowledgments; ensured community's safety with proper placements of offenders while waiting for trial
- Authorized application of subpoenas
- Counseled victims to seek alternate means as deemed necessary 20% of time
- Coordinated with local police implementing witness assistance services
- Remained current with laws about victims and witnessed rights through research and training—educated victims regarding federal, state, and local programs.
Intelligence Research Specialist
Drug Enforcement Administration
04.1998 - 05.2000
- Performed complex research and analysis of significant conspiracy, financial, and drug-related criminal investigations 85% of time
- Monitored, collected, and investigated case activities in assigned area of responsibility supporting criminal investigation cases
- Developed and presented professional opinions to supervisors based on expertise regarding targeted violators
- Experience using analytical, evaluative, and research techniques for large amounts of classified data
- Collected, interpreted, and organized intelligence information gathered by sources, informants, and law enforcement agencies on trends and analysis of illegal drug sales and usage and wrote comprehensive summaries from information gathered
- Identified and recommended solutions to problems
- Maintained highly classified intelligence data
- Wrote non-classified information on drug trend analyses in published World Fact Book.
Office Automation Specialist/Legal Assistant
Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General-Office of the General Counsel
10.1996 - 05.1998
- Managed legal database system containing large amounts of data of over 3000 open and closed White Collar Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Cases
- Supervised opening and closing of court cases, updated legal information containing lawyer's notes and court decisions, and assigned incoming cases to attorneys subject to their area of expertise
- Prepared correspondence and memoranda for each attorney
- Managed Deputy General Counsel's calendar and schedule; screened telephone calls and managed office of seven attorneys
- Performed legal research utilizing LexisNexis, Westlaw, and FindLaw databases to provide facts and statistical information relevant to each case
- Prepared spreadsheets, visual graphics, and case summaries and presented information to senior leaders.
Investigative Analyst
Department of Defense, Office of the Inspector General, Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS)
04.1992 - 10.1996
- Managed release procedure of confidential information through Freedom of Information and Privacy Act
- Managed office financial database system, which consisted of large amount of data on over 3500 open and closed Department of Defense, Inspector General Fraud, Waste, and Abuse cases
- Assisted criminal investigators in interviewing witnesses, report writing, and organizing subpoenaed documents
- Provided technical assistance to investigators during execution of search warrants by logging in evidence seized
- Conducted criminal background checks on suspects using various law enforcement databases, including National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System, National Crime Information Center, and Treasury Enforcement Communication System, and integrated technical indicators by providing holistic view of threats posed to agency
- Prepared correspondence and reports relating to Witnesses.
Education
Doctorate Degree - Human Services, Disaster, Crisis, And Intervention
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN07.2020
Master's Degree - Criminal Justice
The University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ07.2008
Bachelor's Degree - Political Science
Morris College
Sumter, SC05.1988
Skills
- Law Enforcement Techniques:
Arrest and Detention Procedures
Crime Scene Investigation
Legal Knowledge
Understanding of Criminal Law and Procedures - Soft Skills:
Verbal and Written Communication
Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Leadership Abilities
Ethical Decision-Making
- Microsoft Office 365, Outlook Web Application, IBM SPSS (Statistics); Time Management; Presentation
Affiliations
- American Bar Association, Criminal Justice Diversion
- American Bar Association, Women in Criminal Justice Committee
- American Bar Association, Juvenile Justice Committee
- Correctional Educational Education Association
- Member of Alpha Phi Sigma Criminal Justice Honor Society
- The Golden Key International Honor Society, Member
- Member of Tau Upsilon Alpha National Organization for Human Services Honor Society
- The American Society of Criminology, Member
- Women in Federal Law Enforcement, Member
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Member
- United States Army Reserves
Certification
Intelligence Analyst Training Certificate
Military Experience
Reservist | United States Army Reserve | August 1987 - January 1996
- Completed training Military Police
- Participated in annual drills, improving skills in logistics and crisis management.
- Achieved the rank of Lieutenant.
Timeline
Criminal Justice Professor
Strayer University (Online)
12.2009 - Current
Criminal Justice Professor
Westwood College
03.2009 - 12.2009
United States Magistrate
Commonwealth of Virginia, Thirty-First Judicial District Court
12.2008 - 02.2009
Intelligence Research Specialist
Drug Enforcement Administration
04.1998 - 05.2000
Office Automation Specialist/Legal Assistant
Department of Defense Office of the Inspector General-Office of the General Counsel
10.1996 - 05.1998
Investigative Analyst
Department of Defense, Office of the Inspector General, Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS)
04.1992 - 10.1996
Doctorate Degree - Human Services, Disaster, Crisis, And Intervention
Walden University
Master's Degree - Criminal Justice
The University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree - Political Science
Morris College
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