With over 19 years of experience in corrections and law enforcement, including a notable tenure at the Utah Department of Corrections, I excel in safety enforcement and interpersonal communication. My background demonstrates a proven track record in conflict resolution and public safety, significantly enhancing facility security and reducing recidivism rates through innovative rehabilitation programs.
Hi, I’m
Christine Williams Strong
Saratoga Springs,UT
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
U.S. Army Reserves, 420th MP Company700 W 5600 S, Salt Lake City, Utah
31 E Corrections/Detention Specialist
09.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Train and teach on how to conduct rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls. Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Assisted in the development of training programs for new detention specialists, increasing overall team competency.
- Facilitate, conduct and administer drug testing or urinalysis testing for soldiers. Ensure proper paperwork is conducted, information is accurate and up to date, and chain-of-custody is maintained.
Adult Probation & Parole, Region 3, Salt Lake City36 W Fremont Avenue, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
AP&P Agent/Officer
07.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborate and communicate with community partners to assist with offenders success, i.e. substance abuse programs, mentally ill offender programs, mental health, domestic violence, and anger management programs, etc.
- Write progress reports to the Court's for offenders, to include warrants requests, termination reports, notification of death reports, etc.
- Obtained/Renewed Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) skills to learn to work better with the Mentally Ill population and how to de-escalate and diffuse situations when they arise. Implemented these practices as well.
405th Civil Affairs Battallion5290 W. 700 S., Salt Lake City, UT 84104
Civil Affairs Specialist
01.2022 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Trained to strengthened relationships with partner nations via participation in joint exercises focused on civil affairs planning and execution techniques.
- Trained to engage in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Trained to facilitated the establishment of civil-military partnerships by identifying opportunities for collaboration and mutual support in local communities.
420th Military Police Company5290 W. 700 S., SLC, UT 84104
31 E Corrections/Detention Specialist
10.2014 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Conducted routine cell checks for contraband items, reinforcing adherence to facility rules and regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments such as food services or maintenance teams to address detainee needs efficiently while minimizing disruptions.
- Served a military deployment in Guantanamo Bay Cuba and worked with detainees and soldiers from July 2019 - July 2020.
Centerville Police Department 250 N Main St, Centerville, UT 84104
Police Officer
02.2019 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, conducted interview and interrogations and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
Utah Department of Corrections, Utah State Prison14425 Bitterbrush LN, Draper, UT
Correctional Specialist I
01.2008 - 01.2014
Job overview
- Promoted a culture of respect and dignity within the facility through consistent enforcement of rules and fair treatment for all inmates.
- Participated on the Gang Committee, Quality Improvement Program (QIP), Gender Responsive Training, and the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) team.
Utah Department of Corrections, Utah State Prison14425 Bitterbrush LN, Draper, UT, 84020
Correctional Officer
01.2005 - 01.2008
Job overview
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
Education
University of Alaska Fairbanks/TVC505 S Chandalar Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99775
No Degree from Law Enforcement (21 Credit Hours)
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: UAF/TVC Law Enforcement Academy Certification - 2003, Session IV.
Skills
Safety and security enforcement
Public Safety
Interpersonal Skills
Analytical Thinking
Conflict Resolution
Written Communication
Motivational Interviewing
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Trained on UDC Offender Tracking System (O-Track).
- BCI/UCJIS access.
- Microsoft Word & Excel.
Certification
- Certified: Utah Department of Corrections, Utah State Prison, Correctional Officer, 2005 to 2014.
- Certified: Utah Department of Corrections, Adult Probation & Parole; Probation Officer Law Enforcement Officer/Correctional Officer, 2015-Present Date.
- Certified: U.S. Army Reserves; Corrections & Detentions Specialist (31E), 2013-Present Date.
- Certified: U.S. Army Reserves; Civil Affairs Specialist (38B), 2023 - Present Date.
- Certified: PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (Scuba), Open Water Diver, and Rescue Diver.
- Certified - Notary Public (expired).
- Weapons Training: Glock 9mm Handgun, AR-15 Rifle, Shotgun, .22 Rifle, Less Lethal shotgun, Taser, OC Spray, M4 Rifle, and M9 Beretta Handgun.
- Certified - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT expired).
Hobbies & Other Certificates
Hobbies & Other Certificates
My hobbies include: Hiking, riding dirt bikes & ATV's, fossil & rock hunting, scuba diving, playing sports, attending concerts and spending time with my family. Other Certificates:
Timeline
31 E Corrections/Detention Specialist
U.S. Army Reserves, 420th MP Company
09.2023 - Current
Civil Affairs Specialist
405th Civil Affairs Battallion
01.2022 - 09.2023
AP&P Agent/Officer
Adult Probation & Parole, Region 3, Salt Lake City
07.2019 - Current
Police Officer
Centerville Police Department
02.2019 - 05.2019
31 E Corrections/Detention Specialist
420th Military Police Company
10.2014 - 10.2021
Correctional Specialist I
Utah Department of Corrections, Utah State Prison
01.2008 - 01.2014
Correctional Officer
Utah Department of Corrections, Utah State Prison
01.2005 - 01.2008
University of Alaska Fairbanks/TVC
No Degree from Law Enforcement (21 Credit Hours)