Janice Ward - Pankey
Midlothian
Summary
Dynamic Juvenile Justice Administrator with a proven track record at the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. Expert in policy writing and community outreach, recognized with The Southern Regional Superintendent Award. Successfully implemented gender-specific programming, enhancing compliance and operational excellence in facilities, while promoting community-based solutions for female juvenile offenders.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Juvenile Justice Administrator
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
01.1980 - 01.2021
- Managed juvenile male and female detention centers, residential and correctional facilities.
- Oversaw operations and administrative aspects of running a facility.
- Received The Southern Regional Superintendent Award.
- Both facilities received an Outstanding Compliance rating through State of Florida Quality Assurance and Compliance Services.
- Advocated for gender specific programming for girls that were incarcerated in Maryland and Virginia.
- Successfully removed girl population from a predominately male institution.
- Promoted community-based programs for incarcerated female juvenile offenders.
- Received many awards and certificates for services with the Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marion County Public Schools
FloridaBachelor of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FloridaSkills
- Policy writing
- Case management
- Program evaluation
- Compliance auditing
- Data analysis
- Community outreach
- Facility management
- Budget planning
- Leadership
Affiliations
- First Baptist Church of South Richmond, Member
- Serves on The Elizabeth Project
- Serves on The Marriage Ministry
- The Commonwealth Chapter of The Links Incorporated, Member
- The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Richmond Metropolitan Area, Member
- Richmond Metropolitan Chapter of The Charmettes Incorporated, Chapter President
- Chickahominy River Women of The Society Incorporated Supporting Youth in the Arts, Member
Hobbies and Interests
- Antique shopping
- Listening to jazz
- Attending jazz and other musical concerts
- College football games
- Spending time with family
- Mentoring youth
Timeline
Juvenile Justice Administrator
Florida Department of Juvenile Justice
01.1980 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Marion County Public Schools
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Criminal Justice
Florida Atlantic University
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