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Christina Williams

Copiague,NY

Summary

Criminal Justice professional with over 20 years experience in corrections and criminal justice. Holds a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and an Advanced Certificate in Correction Management. Skilled in leading diverse teams, analyzing complex issues, and applying policy in real-world settings. Dedicated to preparing students for careers in criminal justice and fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes critical thinking and ethical decision-making.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Correction Captain

New York City Department of Corrections
East Elmhurst, New York
08.2009 - 09.2024
  • Supervised correction officers across New York City jail housing units and security operations, enhancing safety and compliance.
  • Responded quickly during situations that threatened safety and health of persons in custody.
  • Investigated injuries, medical incidents, inmate altercations, and use-of-force events.
  • Used offender information to identify and address issues requiring special attention.

Oversaw paperwork processing as operations supervisor, facilitating timely transfers of eligible inmates to state facilities.

Collaborated with New York City Department of Education staff as learning lab supervisor to provide educational services for persons in custody.

Correction Officer

New York City Department of Corrections
East Elmhurst, New York
08.2004 - 08.2009
  • Implemented and enforced New York City Department of Corrections rules and procedures to uphold facility order and compliance.
  • Conducted thorough searches of cells, visitors, and personal property for contraband, enhancing safety and security within the facility.
  • Monitored housing units and coordinated with security to ensure smooth daily facility operations.
  • Utilized de-escalation techniques to diffuse disruptive behavior in housing units.
  • Responded to emergencies and worked with staff during incidents.
  • Assisted with inmate movement between housing units and intake posts. through housing areas and intake posts.
  • Escorted detainees to medical services and program locations.
  • Communicated clearly with coworkers, supervisors, and incarcerated individuals.
  • Documented incidents and logged corrections department activities, ensuring accurate records and fostering accountability.

Education

Master of Arts - Public Amnistration- Inspecton And Oversight

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
06-2026

Advanced Cerificate in Corrections Management

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
01-2021

Bachelors of Arts - Forensic Psychology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York, NY
06-2005

Skills

  • Security operations
  • Emergency response
  • Incident analysis
  • Incident reporting
  • Investigative skills
  • Search operations
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Administrative oversight
  • Program coordination
  • Team supervision
  • Report writing
  • Conflict resolution

Affiliations

  • member of the American Society of Criminology
  • active member of the New York City Correction Capatains Association

Timeline

Correction Captain

New York City Department of Corrections
08.2009 - 09.2024

Correction Officer

New York City Department of Corrections
08.2004 - 08.2009

Master of Arts - Public Amnistration- Inspecton And Oversight

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Advanced Cerificate in Corrections Management

John Jay College of Criminal Justice

Bachelors of Arts - Forensic Psychology

John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Christina Williams