Christa McNeil
Mulberry,FL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Probation Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Lakeland, Florida
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised offenders in community settings to ensure compliance with probation terms.
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Polk Correctional Institution
Polk City, FL
02.2019 - 05.2025
- Ensured compliance with federal, state and local laws governing corrections operations.
- Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.
- Conduct searches of staff members, visitors, and inmates upon entry and exit from the facility.
- Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.
- Conduct scheduled headcounts to verify the presence of inmates.
- Conduct basic fire safety and sanitation inspections.
- Search buildings and grounds, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Intervene in situations involving physical altercations between inmates or between inmates and staff members.
- Documentation of daily activities of assigned post.
- Address, correct, report, and/or document inmate behavior.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Mulberry, FL
05.2013 - 02.2019
- Access Control: Entry and exit of facility assigned.
- Report writing of daily activity and incidents occurring at assigned post.
- Drafting of training documents and/or documents in relation to job duties or functions.
Line Sealer
Flanders Precisionaire
Bartow, FL
06.2010 - 05.2013
- Basic machine operations.
- Product inspection and lamination.
- Maintaining cleanliness of work area.
Cook /Food and Beverage Cashier
Zaxby’s
Bartow, FL
01.2007 - 05.2013
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
Education
Bail And Bail Bonds Certification -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL09-2017
Surety Agent: Bail And Bail Bonds Certification -
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL07-2017
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Keiser University
Lakeland, FL05-2013
High School Diploma -
Mulberry Senior High School
Mulberry, FL06-2009
Crime Scene Technician Certification Program -
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FLSkills
- Security and Safety policy and procedures
- Time Management
- Use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to function in a high-pressure environment
- Use of printers and multifunctioning phone system
Accomplishments
- Received Officer of the Month for April of 2024.
Timeline
Correctional Probation Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
05.2025 - Current
Correctional Officer Sergeant
Polk Correctional Institution
02.2019 - 05.2025
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2013 - 02.2019
Line Sealer
Flanders Precisionaire
06.2010 - 05.2013
Cook /Food and Beverage Cashier
Zaxby’s
01.2007 - 05.2013
Bail And Bail Bonds Certification -
University of Florida
Surety Agent: Bail And Bail Bonds Certification -
Hillsborough Community College
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice Administration
University of South Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Keiser University
High School Diploma -
Mulberry Senior High School
Crime Scene Technician Certification Program -
Hillsborough Community College