David has been working in Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) since 1989. He has spent 31 years in management positions. His career in JR began at the former Maple Lane School in 1988. He then moved to a promotional position at Green Hill School. While there, he held various roles, including Chemical Dependency Coordinator, Program Manager, and Associate Superintendent. In December 2001, he transitioned to JR Community work, taking on the role of Deputy Regional Administrator. He is the Regional Administrator for Regions 5 and 6, overseeing 13 counties and 15 Tribes. As an administrator, David has been instrumental in implementing 'evidence-based' interventions across JR Institutions, Community Facilities, and Community Supervision (Parole). He collaborates with community partners to marshal resources that aid JR clients in their transition back to their communities.
David finds solace in jazz music and often unwinds in his music room at home. He cherishes moments spent with his wife and daughter, fondly referring to these occasions as "Family Time!" An avid cyclist and runner, David partakes in related events during the summer. He has a penchant for travel, both domestically and internationally.
He holds a degree from Xavier University of Louisiana, a prestigious Historical Black College. David earned his bachelor's in political science, minoring in Public Administration and Spanish. He also holds a Certificate of Chemical Dependency Counseling from Centralia College.