Michael H. Holloway
Oakland
Summary
Results-oriented Deputy Probation Officer known for strong crisis intervention and multi-agency collaboration skills. Successfully developed supportive networks and implemented evidence-based practices, ensuring effective supervision and rehabilitation of probationers.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Probation Officer
Alameda County Probation Department
Oakland
12.1994 - Current
- Supervised probationers to ensure compliance with court orders and conditions.
- Monitored offenders' activities regarding fulfillment of court ordered requirements.
- Conducted regular assessments of probationers' progress and challenges.
- Prepared detailed reports for court reviews regarding probationer status.
- Conducted investigations into violations of probation conditions, providing findings to inform court decisions.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in supervising offenders within the community setting.
- Provided guidance to probationers on how to successfully navigate the criminal justice system.
- Assisted probationers in understanding legal obligations and consequences of non-compliance.
- Negotiated terms of probation with courts, including duration and special conditions.
- Enforced sanctions as appropriate when individuals violate terms of their release or fail to comply with court orders.
- Arrested and transported probationers and parolees in violation to ensure compliance with court protocol.
- Provided crisis intervention services, including facilitating referrals for substance abuse treatment or mental health counseling.
- Collaborated with community resources to enhance probationer rehabilitation outcomes.
- Collaborated with local organizations providing resources such as job training programs and housing assistance.
- Coordinated with law enforcement, social services, and other agencies to provide comprehensive support to probationers.
- Facilitated communication among law enforcement, courts, social services, schools, employers, and other stakeholders to support comprehensive offender management.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings regarding offender supervision plans.
- Developed strategies for managing difficult situations that may arise while supervising offenders in the field.
- Participated in probable cause and revocation hearings to stay informed of relevant legal processes.
- Worked in collaboration with offenders to fully participate in rehabilitation planning.
- Reviewed police reports, arrest documents, and other sources of information related to a client's background prior to making recommendations for sentencing or rehabilitation programs.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by preparing offender reports for corrective action planning.
- Offered transitional services for program offenders and referral to appropriate community agencies and organizations.
- Enforced sanctions as appropriate when individuals violate terms of their release or fail to comply with court orders.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA06-1995
Skills
- Adult probation
- Pre-sentence investigation reports (PSI)
- Case management
- Crisis intervention
- Evidence-based practices
- Judicial process knowledge
- Legal documentation
- Report writing
- Multi-agency coordination
- Interdepartmental collaboration
- Staff development
Accomplishments
- Multiple Judicial Accommodation Letters Received for Collaborative Court Efforts
- Departmental Peer Support Associate
Timeline
Deputy Probation Officer
Alameda County Probation Department
12.1994 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
California State University, East Bay