Michael Christian
New Orleans Police Department
Metairie,LA
2
Languages
1
Certification
31
years of professional experience
Police Officer with over 18 years of service enforcing rules and authority for the good of all citizens. Trained to be an Emergency Medical Responder with the New Orleans EMS. Worked Terror Attacks, and numerous serious incident debriefings. Passionate about saving lives, protecting victims and fighting crime. Excellent record of promotion and recognition for going beyond call of duty.
Work History
Senior Police Officer
20 Years 3 Months- Emergency Medical Responded Trained by New Orleans EMS
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Secured crime scenes, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses to support case building.
- Verified accuracy and integrity of collected information to guide investigation strategy.
- Engaged offenders in discussions on links between criminal behavior and underlying issues such as anger management or substance abuse.
- Field Training Officer
- Worked the New Orleans Terror Attack January 1, 2025 while assigned to New Years coverage with the New Orleans Police Bourbon Street Coverage.
- Corresponded with numerous local emergency medical agencies to get victims to local hospitals.
- Crisis Intervention Team/ Officer Assistance Team
- Bike Patrol
Security Officer
7 Months- Gathered information, identified resolutions, planned follow-ups, and logged incident reports to effectively manage and resolve complaints.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Authorized entrance papers and granted or denied entrance to building.
- Checked identification documents of all individuals entering the facility. of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Authorized entrance papers to regulate who could enter the building. and granted or denied entrance to the building.
- Monitored facility and engaged with customers to proactively identify and address emerging security situations.
Sergeant of Correctional Officers
4 Years 2 Months- Supervised 50 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1000 offenders.
- Compiled daily work reports and delegated tasks to optimize team workflow.
- Supervised 50 employees and managed performance of tasks for 1000 offenders, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop and inmate housing unit.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Conducted routine inmate counts to ensure accurate population tracking. and searches for missing inmates.
- Cultivated and maintained a climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Oversaw daily operations, enhancing team coordination and maintaining operational standards.
Correctional Officer
4 Years- Tracked inmates during head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities to ensure compliance and safety.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Monitored resident behavior individually and in groups to maintain order and identify potential issues.
- Responded to inquiries from the public, staff, inmates, and visitors to resolve concerns.
- Addressed inquiries from general public, other staff, inmates and visitors to resolve concerns.
Security Officer
1 Year 2 Months- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Verified identification of individuals entering and exiting facility to prevent unauthorized access.
- Reviewed entrance papers to determine access eligibility for building.
- Patrolled facility and interacted with customers to identify and address potential security concerns.
- Permitted entry with escort for approved persons into secure locations.
Dishwasher
1 Year- Restocked work areas, including server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards, to support team in meeting service demands.
- Followed supervisor's detailed instructions to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Washed equipment, surfaces, and refrigerators while applying sanitizing chemicals to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Management Cyber Security
- Honoree of Phi Theta Kappa
- Dean's List Spring 2022
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
- Honoree of National Society of Leadership and Success
Bachelor of Arts - Hospital Administration
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Emergency medical response
Suspect Apprehension
Written communication
Criminal Investigations
Accident Investigations
Crime Scene Investigation
Court Testimony
Suspect Pursuance and Arrest
Directing Traffic
Judicial Process Knowledge
Service orientation
Traffic Law Enforcement
Community Relations
Foot patrol
Report Writing
Order maintenance
Regulatory compliance
Accident documentation
Traffic direction
Traffic citation issuance
Information verification
Accomplishments
Received award from the New Orleans EMS and The Medical Association of Southeast Louisiana
Certification
Emergency Medical Responder
Phi Theta Kappa, National Society of Leadership and Success
Phi Theta Kappa
National Society of Leadership and Success
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Elementary
Timeline
Senior Police Officer
New Orleans Police Department
06.2008 - 09.2028Read More
Security Officer
Vinson Guard Service
11.2007 - 06.2008Read More
Sergeant of Correctional Officers
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
09.2003 - 11.2007Read More
Correctional Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
08.1999 - 08.2003Read More
Security Officer
Industrial Security Services Corporation
06.1998 - 08.1999Read More
Dishwasher
"My Cousins Place" Restaurant
06.1997 - 06.1998Read More
Delgado Community College
Associate of Arts from Criminal Justice
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Eastern Gateway Community College
Associate of Arts from Business Management Cyber Security
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Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Hospital Administration
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Newlane University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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