Shane Stutzman to retire as assistant deputy probation administrator

Shane began her probation career as a probation officer in Omaha in June 1989. She was promoted to chief probation officer of District 5 in 2007. In April 2016, she stepped into the role of interim alternatives to incarceration specialist for the Administrative Office of the Courts and Probation. Later that year, in November 2016, she was promoted to director of field services for the Division of Community-Based Programs and Field Services. Since April 2019, Shane has served in her current role as assistant deputy administrator for the Adult Probation Services Division.

Shane is one of Nebraska Probation’s original Real Colors master facilitator trainers and has played a pivotal role in advancing more effective case management practices for justice-involved individuals. Her commitment to professional development is reflected in her achievements as a 2014 graduate of the American Probation & Parole Leadership Institute, a 2011 graduate of the National Institute of Corrections Leadership Program at Sam Houston University, and a 2010 graduate of the National Institute of Corrections Women in Leadership Program.

Her excellence has been recognized repeatedly through numerous awards, including 2023 recognition in leadership for the Advanced Coaching 4 Excellence Training Team, the 2017 Supreme Court Outstanding Team Award for the Probation Transitional Living Initiative, the 2014 Supreme Court Employees Innovation Award for Real Colors application in case management, the 2013 Above & Beyond Award, selected by NSP administration for positive culture promotion, and the 2010 Bob Keller Supervisor of the Year Award.

Shane’s dedication to the Nebraska Probation System has shaped not only the programs and initiatives she has led, but also the generations of probation professionals she has mentored, encouraged and inspired. Her influence will continue to strengthen Nebraska Probation and support safer communities across the state for years to come.