From the Corning Observer​.

Red Bluff, Calif. – December 11, 2024 –  Tehama County Probation Officer Oscar Morales, who is a dual member of the Probation Business Managers Association (PBMA) and Probation Information Technology Managers Association (PITMA), was honored at the 2024 Annual Chief Probation Officers of California Awards Ceremony with the Affiliate Employee of the Year Award. 

“Oscar’s willingness to take initiative and go above and beyond to enhance our work in probation is exemplary,” said Tehama County Chief Officer Pamela Gonzalez, Chief Probation Officer of Tehama County. “His expertise and dedication are invaluable to Tehama County Probation and help make our community safer for everyone.”

Morales helped lead initiatives to modernize the affiliate organizations and embraced the challenges with enthusiasm and skill. Creating backend systems and enhancing technology for probation work, he contributes fundamentally to the work of probation to create safer communities and help connect offenders to transformative rehabilitation services, she added.

“Oscar’s initiative, creativity, and passion have made a profound impact on PBMA, PITMA and probation throughout California” said Kelly Vernon, CPOC president and Tulare County probation chief. “His ability to tackle challenges head-on and deliver outstanding results exemplifies the leadership and commitment we celebrate with this award.”

CPOC commends individuals like Morales, whose contributions enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of probation operations statewide.

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