CHRIS SHIMROCK
*** ***** ***** **** **** River, NJ 08753 Phone: 908-***-**** *********@*****.***
PROBATION OFFICER & DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
Dynamic professional with extensive knowledge of law enforcement procedures and pro-active criminal justice
and operational experience.
Ability to analyze convicted individuals and identify the correct U.S. Sentencing guidelines for that individual, in
order to enhance their growth and rehabilitation process.
Experience in managing cases and risks for a high volume of caseloads
Solid interpersonal skills, interfacing with senior officials and providing a positive attitude toward public service,
education, and understanding of the criminal justice system.
Demonstrated background in the public safety and probations, as well as managing numerous aspects of overall
probation processes and implementations.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Property Management Team Leadership/Supervision
Courtroom Procedures
Detailed Report Writing Problem Solving
Surveillance
Crisis Intervention Program Planning
Investigations
Observational Skills Sound Decision Making
Search & Seizure
Community Outreach Counseling & Treatment
Apprehension & Arrest
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook); Social Networking
Language Skills: Spanish (Advanced)
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Master of Science, Criminal Justice, University of Cincinnati April 2014
• Dean’s List
• Focus: Analysis of Criminal Behavior
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice, West Virginia University May 2012
Dean’s List
Specializations: Investigation, Spanish & Judicial Law
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
East Hill Property Management/ Real Estate May 2012-Present
Property Manager/ Real Estate Agent
Manage and coordinate teams performing multiple tasks in several locations on a daily basis.
Assess property needs and organize construction projects to prepare for inspections and closings.
Oversee the performance of the crew and strategically allocate assignments.
Collect rents and administer the company’s bank account.
Obtained NJ Real Estate License
Executed leasing, seller’s agent, buyer’s agent, forms with clients
Primary Purchasing Manager
Manager of all NJ location (Deptford NJ, Avalon NJ)
Monongalia County Probation Office August 2011-May 2012
Probation Officer - Internship
Managed and provided counseling for several probation cases daily; individually managed a caseload of offenders.
Composed Memorandums to the judge for individual cases
Conducted Presentence Investigation (PSI) interviews and reports
Trained in alternative sentencing and accurately carried out judges’ orders on a case-by-case basis.
Learned data entry techniques and documented information, which was critical for court hearings.
Provided testimony and utilized sentencing guidelines and good judgment to assess probation cases.
Utilized proper etiquette in the courtroom and learned how to communicate effectively with clients and co-
workers.
Supervised drug testing procedures of at-risk offenders
Performed field surveillance and appointments with clients at their place of work, school, and home
Construction and Maintenance Worker April 2008-August 2011
Assistant Manager (Manual Laborer)
Assisted the manager in maintaining several properties.
Gained extensive experience on a first hand basis in craftsmanship.
Learned how to work with power tools, framing, and structuring buildings.
Communicated with tenants about rental property problems.
Delivered all projects on time and within budget.
Career Note:
Sales Representative, Nike Outlet, Jackson, NJ (2009)
Bus-Boy/Waiter, Chili’s, Toms River, NJ (2006-2008)
Attendant & Promoter, Coin Castle Arcade, Seaside Heights, NJ (2005)