As a nominee for Treasurer of the Georgia Jail Association, let me briefly introduce myself.   My name is Evette McKenzie, I have five years of law enforcement experience and currently employed with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Department, assigned to Jail Administration. I bring fifteen (15) years of corporate administrative experience to the board and would be honored to serve as Treasurer of this distinguished organization.

Prior to my law enforcement career, I was employed with a large commercial reinsurance company for fifteen (15) years.   During my tenure, I was assigned to various administrative and supervisory positions throughout the organization.  My integrity, attention to detail and professionalism has prepared me for the demands of this position  I will be committed to ensuring all incoming/outgoing funds are accounted for, providing board members with detailed financial statements on a regular basis.  By remaining flexible and attentive to the evolving needs of the organization, I am determined to work closely with all board members throughout my term.

As a candidate for the elected position of Treasurer, I am committed to upholding the integrity and vision of the Georgia Jail Association.   I enthusiastically solicit your votes for the Treasurer position as I earnestly desire to serve on the board of a statewide organization whose mission and ongoing goal is to improve jails throughout Georgia.