Ruth Bowen Jones

Ruth Bowen Jones has extensive experience in investigative and supervisory roles, currently serving as a Special Investigator at Diplomatic Security for the U.S. Department of State since February 2022, focusing on background investigations for national security clearances. As an Independent Contractor for ADC LTD NM, Ruth conducts thorough interviews and obtains public records for security clearance determinations. Prior roles include Senior Pretrial Services Officer at the Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia, where responsibilities included risk assessments for defendants and referral to social services, and as a Juvenile Probation Officer in Dallas County, where Ruth performed assessments and supervision of juvenile offenders. Ruth's career began at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as a District Parole Officer, executing case management and pre-parole investigations. Educational background includes attendance at Tennessee State University.