Christian Means
Warrensburg
Summary
Currently a student at the University of Central Missouri excelling in academics and involved with two organizations on campus. I will be graduating the spring of 2026 and have made deans list every semester I have been here, holding an overall 3.79 GPA. I have worked with the Department of Corrections as a part-time employee for almost 2 years while going to school. I am certified in first aid and CPR, demonstrating commitment to emergency response and physical fitness in high-pressure environments. I am equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.
-Criminal Justice and Criminology Major
-Law Enforcement and Psychology Minors
-Multiple FEMA Course Certifications
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
11.2023 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
05.2023 - 11.2023
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Criminology
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO05-2026
High School Diploma -
Hermann High School
Hermann, MO05-2022
Skills
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Self-defense tactics
- Crisis management
- Firearm operations trained
- Evidence preservation
- Physical fitness
- First aid and CPR certified
- Great time management
Certification
IS-00018.23: FEMA EEO Employee Course 2023
Date Completed: 10/25/2023
CEU: 0.10
IS-00020.23: Diversity Awareness Course 2023
Date Completed: 10/25/2023
CEU: 0.10
IS-00100.c: Introduction to Incident Command System, ICS-100
Date Completed: 2/22/2025
CEU: 0.20
IS-00240.c: Leadership and Influence
Date Completed: 10/24/2023
CEU: 0.30
IS-00241.c: Decision Making and Problem Solving
Date Completed: 4/4/2024
CEU: 0.20
IS-00242.c: Effective Communication
Date Completed: 4/1/2025
CEU: 0.80
IS-00453: Introduction to Homeland Security Planning
Date Completed: 1/22/2025
CEU: 0.25
IS-02500: National Prevention Framework, An Introduction
Date Completed: 3/30/2025
CEU: 0.20
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
11.2023 - Current
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections
05.2023 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice And Criminology
University of Central Missouri
High School Diploma -
Hermann High School
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