Jessica J. Warner

Dr. Jessica J. Warner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Justice & Community Studies at Miami University (Ohio) Regionals. She teaches courses in corrections, criminological theory, and research methods. Her research focuses on correctional rehabilitation, reentry, justice and community collaborations, organizational climate in corrections, and victimization. Dr. Warner holds a doctorate in Criminal Justice from the University of Cincinnati (2015) and has practical experience in community correctional facilities as a quality improvement manager and security staff. She consults nationally and internationally with correctional agencies, providing training, technical assistance, and evaluation services.

Her academic contributions span topics like international corrections (e.g., Nigerian prison officer studies), mental health integration in community supervision, and evidence-based practices. She emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly between probation systems and behavioral health providers. Recent work highlights organizational trust dynamics and policy evaluation frameworks.

Dr. Warner’s consultancy work bridges academic research with real-world correctional agency needs, focusing on improving reentry programs and reducing racial disparities in policy implementation. She is actively involved in professional networks like the CrimCon Conference board and advocates for methodological rigor through replication studies in criminology.