The Department of Adult Correction has named Chavela House to the position of Judicial District Manager (JDM) in Judicial District 22. In her new position, House will oversee Community Supervision operations in Alexander, Davidson, Davie and Iredell counties with 117 probation/parole officers and staff who supervise more than 2,500 individuals sentenced to probation, parole, or post-release supervision.
“Chavela House leads with great energy, passion and enthusiasm,” said Secretary Leslie Cooley Dismukes. “I know she will bring those qualities to District 22 and continue to build great teams committed to community safety and improving lives.”
I’m very pleased to promote Chavela House to this management position. Her steady career rise is a testament to her hard work, dedication and commitment to Community Supervision.
House began her career with Community Supervision in 2013 as a Probation/Parole Officer (PPO) in Durham County, where she served as a domestic violence officer. In 2017, she was promoted to Chief Probation/Parole Officer (CPPO) in Iredell County. Most recently, since 2021, she has served as Assistant Judicial District Manager (AJDM) in Forsyth County.
During her career, House has focused on staff development, evidence-based practices, specialized supervision, policy and program development, and community collaboration. She currently serves as chair of the Domestic Violence Workgroup for Community Supervision. In 2023, she was recognized as Assistant Judicial District Manager of the Year for both Division 3 and the Department of Adult Correction.
House holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from North Carolina State University and a Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Capella University. She is also a graduate of the NIC Management Development for Future Leaders Program as a member of NCDAC’s inaugural cohort.