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Tracy Butler

Virginia Beach

Summary

Professional advocate skilled in providing comprehensive support to individuals in crisis. Adept at navigating legal systems, offering emotional support, and connecting clients with essential resources. Strong team collaborator focused on achieving impactful results and adapting to evolving needs. Known for empathy, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Local Probation Officer

City Of Suffolk, Va - Municipal Government
06.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in monitoring and evaluating probationer compliance with court orders.
  • Supported case management by maintaining accurate records and documentation of client progress.
  • Participated in community outreach efforts to establish resources for probationers' rehabilitation.
  • Conducted interviews and assessments to gather information on probationers' backgrounds and needs.
  • Engaged in training sessions to develop skills in crisis intervention and conflict resolution techniques.
  • Maintained compliance with all legal statutes, policies and procedures.
  • Wrote progress reports and testified under oath at court hearings.
  • Ensured compliance with court-ordered sanctions by closely monitoring probationers'' adherence to conditions of release.
  • Handled over 95 full-cycle caseloads per month.
  • Facilitated positive behavior change by delivering evidence-based intervention programs to probationers.

Catering Coordinator

Covelli Enterprises
12.2021 - 05.2024

Catering Coordinator for Charleston area's catering hub. Our store averaged over $10,000 in business per week. With high sales, organization and multi tasking is a must. Always ensuring quality product and consistency to maintain the highest level of customer service.

  • Enhanced event success by coordinating with clients and understanding their specific catering needs.
  • Ensured seamless execution of events with diligent planning and attention to detail.
  • Implemented creative solutions to logistical challenges, ensuring timely delivery of services despite unforeseen circumstances.

Victim Advocate

Indian River County Sheriff's Office
08.2019 - 05.2020

Advocates in the Victim Assistance Unit reach out and make contact with all victims of crime in Indian River County. Respond as needed on a 24/7 basis to crime scenes, hospitals or wherever a victim is in need of assistance.

  • Facilitated crisis intervention sessions, ensuring emotional support and immediate access to essential services.
  • Educated victims on available legal options, enhancing their understanding of rights and responsibilities.
  • Developed supportive relationships with clients by displaying empathy, active listening skills, and cultural sensitivity throughout all interactions.
  • Maintained accurate client records and ensured confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering to strict data protection policies and procedures.
  • Reduced victim anxiety during court proceedings by providing accompaniment and explaining legal processes in understandable terms.
  • Supported successful prosecution of cases by preparing victims for court appearances, including trial testimony preparation.
  • Enhanced communication between law enforcement, prosecutors, and victims by acting as a liaison to ensure information was accurately conveyed.
  • Identify and assist victims with completing Victims Compensation applications and filing on their behalf.

Local Probation Officer

City of Virginia Beach
09.2004 - 09.2018
  • Supervised offenders to reduce risk to community.
  • Interviewed and evaluated clients in order to provide resources along with motivation to ensure the client's successful completion of each case.
  • Prepared documents and reports to submit to the court on each client's progress.
  • Successfully worked alongside non- profit agencies, mental health providers, transitional agencies and treatment providers to create the appropriate plan for each client.
  • Upheld legal standards by maintaining current knowledge on laws, policies, procedures related to probationary practices.
  • Improved community safety through proactive risk assessment and management of high-risk offenders.
  • Maintained a case load of more than 100 active cases.

Deputy Pretrial Officer

City Of Virginia Beach Sheriff 's Office
05.1994 - 09.2004
  • Conducted thorough pretrial assessments to evaluate defendant eligibility for release programs.
  • Monitored compliance of defendants with bail conditions, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.
  • Maintained detailed electronic records for each case, facilitating efficient information sharing among relevant parties.
  • Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of required tasks and reports.
  • Enhanced public safety by implementing effective supervision strategies for pretrial defendants.
  • Worked and maintained relationships with Judges, Commonwealth Attorneys, Public Defenders, private attorneys, law enforcement, treatment providers and numerous other agencies to provide proper supervision for clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Norfolk Catholic High School
Norfolk, VA
06-1983

2 Years Completing Study Business Management - Business Management

Radford University
Radford, VA

Skills

  • Case planning
  • Report writing
  • Case management
  • Court procedures
  • Motivational Interviewer
  • Victim Services Practitioner
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Work Ethic
  • Multi Tasking
  • Flexibility

Certification

Victim Services Practioner

Motivational Interviewing

VCIN/NCIC

DCJS certified LPO

DCJS superuser case management system

Evidence Based Practices

Timeline

Local Probation Officer

City Of Suffolk, Va - Municipal Government
06.2024 - Current

Catering Coordinator

Covelli Enterprises
12.2021 - 05.2024

Victim Advocate

Indian River County Sheriff's Office
08.2019 - 05.2020

Local Probation Officer

City of Virginia Beach
09.2004 - 09.2018

Deputy Pretrial Officer

City Of Virginia Beach Sheriff 's Office
05.1994 - 09.2004

High School Diploma -

Norfolk Catholic High School

2 Years Completing Study Business Management - Business Management

Radford University
Tracy Butler