Amanda Knox
Tucson
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in project management and risk assessment at the U.S. District Court. Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and deliver comprehensive reports. Adept at crisis intervention and case management, successfully facilitating positive outcomes for high-risk individuals while ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
Innovative Technology Development Group
2024.11 - Current
- Acted as a liaison for redevelopment projects (scheduling, purchasing, coordinating, and ensuring efficient communication among stakeholders)
- Interfaced with investors and customers and provided status updates regarding ongoing projects
U.S. Probation Officer
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
2019.07 - 2024.11
- Complete comprehensive presentence investigation reports for a wide variety of criminal federal offense including immigration, drug and sex-based offenses
- Perform assessment of risks and needs during each investigation and make recommendations for special conditions of supervision and recommendation for treatment services
- Collaborate with victims, attorneys, family members and other stakeholders in the community to facilitate trust and meet statutory requirements
U.S. Probation Officer Assistant
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
2017.07 - 2019.07
- Demonstrated flexibility and willingness to learn while participating in new hiring process.
- Drafted a memorandum to executive management on the local and national levels advocating for implementation of non-stigmatizing language when discussing substance use
Senior Probation Officer
Pima County Adult Probation
2013.03 - 2017.07
- Supervised a specialized Intensive Probation Supervision (IPS) caseload from December 2014.
- Closely supervised high-risk persons under supervision using Evidenced Based Practices by monitoring daily activities, encouraging pro-social behavior, providing referrals for appropriate treatment, collecting restitution, and enforcing all orders of the Pima County Superior Court.
- Supervised IPS offenders enrolled in Pima County specialty Mental Health Court (MHC).
- Collaborated with behavioral health agencies to determine treatment, assess compliance and risk, and adjust services when appropriate
Surveillance Officer
Pima County Adult Probation
2012.11 - 2013.03
- Monitored high-risk persons under supervision to ensure compliance with Court requirements, including treatment and assessment compliance.
- Composed detailed case notes to reflect behavior and relevant issues observed.
Investigator
Arizona Department of Child Safety
2012.06 - 2012.10
- Interviewed children and families and assessed risks to a child’s safety.
Correctional Programs Officer
Arizona State Prison in Marana
2011.01 - 2012.06
- Provided case management to incarcerated population, including preparation of release packets to ensure a successful transition upon release from incarceration.
- Facilitated a Re-Entry course with the goal of reducing recidivism and invoking intrinsic motivation for positive change.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ2025-12
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
01.2012
Skills
- Project management
- Risk assessment
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Case management
- Report writing
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Innovative Technology Development Group
2024.11 - Current
U.S. Probation Officer
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
2019.07 - 2024.11
U.S. Probation Officer Assistant
U.S. District Court, District of Arizona
2017.07 - 2019.07
Senior Probation Officer
Pima County Adult Probation
2013.03 - 2017.07
Surveillance Officer
Pima County Adult Probation
2012.11 - 2013.03
Investigator
Arizona Department of Child Safety
2012.06 - 2012.10
Correctional Programs Officer
Arizona State Prison in Marana
2011.01 - 2012.06
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix