James M. Malcolm Jr., MPA
Probation Director
James came to Skagit County District Probation and Community Services in 2017 after serving Snohomish County Probation and Detention services since 1998. James has a Master of Arts in Public Administration from City University of Seattle, a
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Washington State
University and an Associate of Arts from Skagit Valley
College. James also holds an Executive Certification from
the Washington State Criminal Justice Training
Commission. James believes that with positive community
support, the willingness to change and vested Probation
Officers, the community, individual and system all benefit
from Probation Services.
Bob Alton
ProbationOfficer III, Skagit County District Court Cases
Bob has over 30 years of experience working in the Criminal Justice system, with the past 18 years working as a Probation Officer for Skagit County. Bob obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Washington State University. Go Cougs!
Laure Bergsma
Probation Officer III
Mount Vernon Municipal and Sedro Woolley Municipal Court Cases
Laure has over 30 years working in Criminal Justice, including Juvenile and Adult probation.
Laure holds a Bachelor of Arts from Western Washington University and a two-year Chemical
Dependency Program Certification from Skagit Valley College.
Trevor Rose
Probation Officer III
Anacortes Municipal, Burlington Municipal and Pretrial Services Court Cases
Trevor graduated from Eastern Washington University with a Bachelor Arts in Criminal Justice.
Trevor worked in the Corrections division of the Skagit County Sheriff’s Office in the jail prior to
transitioning to Probation Services. Trevor’s goal is to effect long-lasting, positive change in his
client’s lives.
Marina Martinez
Probation Services Specialist
Marina comes to District Court Probation and Community Services Department with 18 years experience in the Criminal Justice system, for those 18 years she worked for Skagit County District Court. Marina will be managing the Community Service clients and will be assisting Trevor Rose with the active pretrial cases. Marina attended and Graduated from Mount Vernon High school
McCalla Evans
Probation Officer II
McCalla comes to Community Court with experience working for the Skagit County District Court. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, Majoring in Sociology at Western Washington University. McCalla is passionate about helping others and providing direct contact to community-based supports for participants in the Community Court program. McCalla began her journey here at Probation as a Community Court case Advocate for one year and was promoted to a Probation Officer II in July, 2023.
Chad Scheib
Probation Officer II
Chad has 20 years working in criminal justice with youth and adults. 10 years working as a Probation Officer in Okanogan County District Court and Kirkland Municipal Court. He has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice from Central Washington University. Master’s degree in Sports Administration and Leadership from Seattle University. He strives to provide helpful service to the community.
Heliodoro Villalobos-Meza
Probation Officer II
Heliodoro comes with 4.5 years experience working for Washington State Department of Corrections as a Community Corrections Officer. He has a bachelor’s degree and Associates Degree in Criminal Justice.
Jacob McClellan
Probation Officer II
Has a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Political Science, as well as Minors in Sociology and Ethics, Justice, & Policy from California State University, Chico. Has experience working with the Department of Homeland Security as well as coaching youth water polo.
Chris Scrimsher
Probation Officer II
Chris graduated from Trinity Western University with a Bachelor of Arts and Sciences Degree in Leadership with a Minor in Human Services, and an Associate of Arts and Sciences from Whatcom Community College. Chris brings over 20 years of experience working in a variety of leadership positions in the Community and Technical College system where he served as a Judicial Conduct Officer, Behavior Intervention Strategist, and Men’s Basketball Coach. Chris is passionate about people and serving his community.
Maximo Moreno III
Community Court Case Advocate
Maximo comes to Community Court with experience working in the Chemical Dependency field. Max graduated from Skagit Valley College with an associate degree in Human Services with emphasis in chemical dependency. Max also has experience working in community engagement and outreach services to unhoused youth with the Skagit Valley Family YMCA and Northwest Youth Services.
Cynthia Martinez-Torres
Office Assistant III
Cynthia began her career as a receptionist here at District Court Probation February 2023. She is a Mount Vernon Highschool grad Class of 2022. She is excited for this new chapter and is willing to learn from those around her. She is determined to work efficiently and in an orderly manner and provide her best work. She is hopeful to be great help for the Spanish community, and to be a positive influence on all who stop by at the Probation Office.
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