Type Of Business:
Government Organization
Major Product/SVS:
Correction and Rehabilitation Services
Hobbies/Sports:
Weight Training, Running
Education Degrees:
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, California State University, Fresno (2006); Coursework, University of California, Davis
Affiliations Awards:
California Correctional Supervisors Association
Children's Names:
John, RoVell, MaryJo, Bernard
Work History:
United States Army
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspects of his career are teaching adult inmates to read and write, and assisting them in receiving their college degree.
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his personal drive, the love and support he receives from his family, and the motivation he received from his late mother, Susie Sandidge.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he was brought up in Mississippi, where not much importance was given to educate the African-American community, so he wanted to make a difference.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Jackson has held various positions, such as academic teacher, vice principal, federal grant coordinator and education auditor. He started his career with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation as a correctional officer and worked his way up. He wrote his dissertation on an examination of violence intervention programs for juveniles, and he is currently in the process of publishing his first book, "The America You Can't Love."
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Coordinating Educational Grants
Education Certifications:
Pursuing Deacon Training, Second Baptist Church, Woodland, CA
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Jackson aspires to become a published author, a well-known activist for the human race, teach at the university level, and guide underprivileged minority and poor students.