Alecia Halvorson
@aleciahalvorson
Volunteer coordinator and former law enforcement/parole officer, leveraging case management, training, and legal reporting to support at-risk youth.
What I'm looking for
Experienced law enforcement professional with 10+ years across patrol, criminal investigations, parole supervision, and compliance oversight in Colorado, South Dakota, and Missouri. Brings rare, multi-jurisdictional expertise in real-world policing procedures, evidence handling, report writing, use-of-force decision-making, crisis intervention, and interagency coordination — precisely the domain knowledge AI systems need to get public safety scenarios right.
Skilled at identifying procedural inaccuracies, evaluating complex scenarios, and communicating nuanced reasoning in plain language. Holds a B.S. in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Metropolitan State University of Denver. Certified in law enforcement in both Colorado and South Dakota.
Currently available for freelance AI training and evaluation projects where authentic law enforcement expertise commands premium value.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Volunteer Coordinator
CASA Mideast MO
Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Supervised ~25 court-appointed CASA volunteer advocates serving ~45 children in foster care, supporting them through team meetings and court via accurate legal document review, translations, and judge-facing case reports. Managed volunteer evaluations and retention-focused support, planned in-service training (including a library of recorded sessions), connected youth to community resources, and p
Airport Deputy
Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office
Apr 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Conducted security operations and investigations in a high-security environment and coordinated with multiple agencies. Earned a federal commendation for integrity, judgment, and composure under pressure.
Sheriff's Deputy
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office
Sep 2020 - Oct 2023 (3 years 1 month)
Served as a certified sheriff’s deputy, initially supporting the jail division with online court/records management and inmate transport before transitioning to patrol. Conducted crime prevention, traffic and crash investigations, criminal investigations, community outreach, and ongoing training, and served as a certified crisis intervention officer and radar/LiDAR instructor.
Merchandise Compliance Manager
Sam's Club
Jan 2021 - Oct 2021 (9 months)
Advanced from merchandise manager to merchandise compliance manager, supervising 100+ staff across three departments. Improved compliance by creating monthly floor walkthrough documentation for emergency-safety items while overseeing receiving, inventory management, claims, and store appearance.
Parole Officer
South Dakota Department of Corrections
Sep 2019 - Sep 2020 (1 year)
Supervised a mixed caseload of parolees through weekly/bi-weekly/monthly compliance meetings and case management documentation. Conducted home-search investigations and employment verification, applied evidence-based behavior modification using motivational interviewing, connected clients to community resources to reduce recidivism, and drafted revocation documents for parole board review.
Parole Officer
Colorado Department of Corrections
Feb 2019 - Aug 2019 (6 months)
Performed risk assessments and created tailored supervision strategies for parolees in a halfway house setting while ensuring adherence to release conditions. Collaborated with community organizations, social services, and law enforcement, conducted home visits and workplace inspections, and wrote reports for parole hearings and case conferences.
Compliance Investigator
Colorado Department of Labor & Employment
Apr 2018 - Feb 2019 (10 months)
Investigated wage and hour disputes by interviewing complainants and employers and producing investigation reports with recommendations. Provided expert customer service in a high-volume call center as a subject-matter expert for Colorado wage and hour statutes while maintaining confidentiality and complete records.
Parole Officer
Colorado Department of Corrections
Dec 2014 - Aug 2016 (1 year 8 months)
Conducted risk assessments and tailored supervision strategies for assigned parolees while monitoring strict adherence to release conditions. Collaborated with community organizations and social services, provided counseling and support for reintegration, and wrote reports for parole hearings and case conferences following home visits and workplace inspections.
Restorative Justice Intern
Youth and Family Connections
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014 (11 months)
Supported probation and restorative justice work by assisting in offender compliance oversight and maintaining organized case files with confidential documentation. Helped connect offenders to resources and prepared court documents while shadowing experienced probation officers during field activities.
Deputy Probation Officer Intern
Adams County Colorado Judicial Branch
Jan 2014 - Dec 2014 (11 months)
Assisted probation officers with offender compliance by managing and organizing case files and documenting interactions and interventions while maintaining data confidentiality. Provided guidance and support to offenders and supported court document preparation and lower-risk case handling.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
South Dakota State University
Certification in Law Enforcement, Law Enforcement
2021 - 2023
Completed a Certification in Law Enforcement program from May 2021 to October 2023.
Arapahoe Community College
Certification in Law Enforcement, Law Enforcement
2015 - 2021
Completed coursework associated with a Certification in Law Enforcement at Arapahoe Community College from January 2015 to April 2021.
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice and Sociology
2014 -
Earned a BS in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Metropolitan State University of Denver (year indicated as 2014).
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