Dj Williamson Email & Phone Number

In my 20+ years with Sentinel, I have held various positions within our Business Development division and our Operations/Account Management division. I have been responsible for managing both government and private accounts of all sizes across the country. I have been responsible for the development and implementation of localized Sentinel offices in multiple states including hiring and training personnel, establishing local protocols and procedures, and maintaining consistent practices in order to provide the customer with the required services.My current position is Regional Sales Executive for the Midwest. I am responsible for identifying, qualifying and closing new business opportunities. I attend local, state, and national tradeshows in order to disseminate product and service information to government officials and agency administrators. I perform presentations to potential customers within the criminal justice arena outlining the various products and services available including radio frequency (RF) electronic monitoring, global positioning satellite (GPS) tracking, alcohol monitoring, and full case management services. I also assist with the delivery, implementation and training associated with new product launches to existing customers as well as new customers. I am responsible for developing presentations and providing product demonstrations to expand business in existing accounts and potential new accounts. I also develop and enhance relationships with key administrators in local, county and state criminal justice agencies throughout the Midwest.

Program Coordinator for a short-term, federal grant program designed to provide employment training, educational development, and mentoring to a select group of juveniles upon release from the Department of Correction. Developed and implemented a life skills curriculum designed to assist the juveniles with transition from the department back to their local communities. Provided educational assistance upon release. Provided employment skills training to youth upon release and assisted with employment search efforts. Acted as a mentor for the youth assigned by the Department to this program.

Communications Officer for the Public Safety Department. Part-time from March 1997 to October 2001 then filled full-time vacancy which ended June 30, 2002. Provided communication and support to University law enforcement officers. Compiled detailed information for complaint and crime logs. Handled all emergency and non-emergency calls and made necessary arrangements such as dispatching emergency medical personnel, fire personnel, and other local law enforcement officials.

Sales Administrator for a financial processing company. Administered contracts for approximately 350 customers nationwide. Provided public relations and customer service to both existing and prospective customers through account management. Created and maintained national marketing literature, internal strategic direction documents, bid proposals, and various monetary tracking spreadsheets. Provided research regarding both legal issues and contract/bid processes for various states. Provided liaison representation through trade shows, presentations, and follow-up meetings. Provided assistance to all regional sales managers through database management, customer follow-up, PowerPoint presentation creation, calendar and schedule maintenance, etc. Assisted Director of Operations with all aspects of company operations, including budgeting/resource allocation, purchasing, account processing, and interaction with public agency officials. Assisted Director of Operations with management of the call center and its staff.

Executive Director for a two county community corrections program. Developed and implemented new programs. Responsible for all personnel issues including recruiting, hiring, terminating, supervising, and evaluating. Developed and implemented management philosophies, office policies, and strategic direction. Responsible for preparation of annual grant proposal, annual budget projections, and monthly and quarterly statistical data. Prepared and submitted monthly claims to County Auditor for processing. Provided liaison representation to local court systems, area probation departments, law enforcement agencies, drug and alcohol treatment facilities, county council and county commissioners, and all other necessary governmental entities. Monitored the daily activities of both adult and juvenile offenders including assisting with the management of substance abuse issues through treatment, counseling, and drug testing. Provided research regarding legal issues and pending/potential legislation. Provided media/public relations through interviews, news articles, and public speaking engagements. Provided computer troubleshooting for court offices, including hardware and software issues and assisted with the implementation and troubleshooting of issues for a new court network system.