Joan Davis
Leicester
Summary
Dynamic Chief Probation Parole Officer with extensive experience at the NC Department of Adult Correction, adept at offender supervision and relationship building. Successfully enhanced reentry outcomes by implementing tailored resource connections and fostering collaboration among community partners, demonstrating strong problem-solving and communication skills to promote accountability and rehabilitation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Probation Parole Officer
NC Department of Adult Correction
04.2008 - 02.2025
- Promoted successful reentry by connecting offenders with appropriate resources such as housing, employment, and substance abuse treatment services.
- Developed strong rapport with offenders through consistent communication while enforcing accountability for their actions.
- Collaborated with treatment providers, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations for effective supervision and intervention strategies.
- Recommended changes to probation or parole conditions based on offender behavior and progress, ensuring fair treatment within legal guidelines.
Probation Officer
NC Department of Adult Correction
03.1996 - 04.2008
- Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
- Determined appropriate supervision levels by conducting risk and needs assessments.
- Established productive relationships with local law enforcement agencies, enhancing information sharing and cooperation.
- Increased efficiency in caseload management through the use of advanced technology tools such as electronic monitoring devices and case management software systems.
Education
BA - Sociology
University of North Carolina Asheville
Asheville, NC12.1995
Skills
- Offender supervision
- De-escalation techniques
- Policy enforcement
- Courtroom testimony
- Behavioral assessment
- Motivational interviewing
- Parole board hearings
- First aid and CPR
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Risk and needs assessments
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Counseling techniques
- Relationship building
- Adult probation
- Self-defense techniques
- Professional ethics
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Intake procedures
- Law enforcement
- Self motivation
- Interstate compact familiarity
- Interpersonal skills
- Public safety
- Search and seizure procedures
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Crisis intervention
- Record keeping
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Confidentiality practices
- Written communication
- Progress evaluation
- Court procedures
- Crisis management
- Report writing
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Stress management
- Criminal justice
- Court proceedings
- Case management
- Substance abuse
- Community service programs
- File reviews
- Interviews
- Analytical skills
- Drug testing
- Decisiveness
- Support rehabilitation
- Evaluate progress
- Electronic monitoring
- Urinalysis testing
- Maintain case files
Timeline
Chief Probation Parole Officer
NC Department of Adult Correction
04.2008 - 02.2025
Probation Officer
NC Department of Adult Correction
03.1996 - 04.2008
BA - Sociology
University of North Carolina Asheville
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