Kentucky Department of Corrections

2018-11-02 13:24:36

The 2018-19 class of the Commissioner’s Executive Leadership Program had a two-day meeting this week at Carter Caves State Park. The class is made up of 26 DOC employees from across the state who are placed on teams. During the event, the teams competed in several different team building activities. The meeting also included media training and a tour of one of the caves at the park.

2018-11-01 13:04:55

Congratulations to Daniel Smith on his promotion to unit administrator II,

2018-11-01 12:37:54

#Congrats to Lieutenant Chris Vinson on retiring from Kentucky State Penitentiary with 20 + years of service. Lt. Vinson is a former CERT member and Employee of the Month.

2018-10-31 19:44:14

Central Office staff conducted a pumpkin carving contest as part of their Halloween festivities. Kristin Proctor in Offender Information Services was the winner. Thanks to all who participated.

2018-10-31 18:28:06

Probation and Parole District 7 kicked off Halloween with a chili cook off and a decorative door contest. Chili Cook off winners: 1st Place Winner: Officer Jenny Marosits 2nd Place: Supervisor Tara Higgins Decorative Door Contest: Chad McDonald Charlene Hallau

2018-10-31 12:27:42

Officer Jamie Knight was named WKCC Employee of the month.

2018-10-26 20:05:41

#KYDOC weekly job announcements - Apply today! Visit careers.ky.gov or email DOC.Recruit@ky.gov for more information. #KYDOCCAREERS #MakeCourageYourCareer *Please Share*

2018-10-26 18:35:11

In effort to help displaced workers from a manufacturing business in Danville, Kentucky the KYDOC participated in a job fair at the Mercer County Public Library. We were able to present career opportunities within the Department of Corrections. Harrodsburg Baptist Church sponsored this event and provided lunch and a $100 gift card to the first 130 job seekers! Staff from Northpoint Training Center and Division of Personnel attended this career fair. Pictured from left to right, HR Specialist Charles Travillian, Lieutenant John Hall, Sergeant Ally Lambert. Not pictured: Unit Administrator Jack Godbey and Recruitment Branch Manager Tammy Lou Wright. Visit careers.ky.gov or email DOC.Recruit@ky.gov for more information. #KYDOCCAREERS #BraveTheChallenge

2018-10-26 17:59:36

Dogs of Justice Calendars are available for purchase through Kentucky Correctional Industries. This 12 month wall calendar features photos of K9 units with the DOC and Kentucky State Police, and dog programs from DOC and the Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice. Order yours today! Go to the following link for an order form: https://tinyurl.com/DOJCalendar Kentucky Justice and Public Safety Cabinet

2018-10-26 15:27:08

Justice Cabinet Deputy Secretary Jon Grate spoke to the DOC deputy wardens and majors at their semi-annual meeting earlier this week.

2018-10-26 13:42:46

Blackburn Correctional Complex recently held a Family Fun Day on October 13, 2018. The staff and their families enjoyed a cookout, hayride tour through the complex and an inflatable slide and jump house. Games and prizes were also provided, along with a pumpkin for the children to paint.

2018-10-24 19:18:11

Congratulations to the participants and graduates of the Lexington Enhanced Field Training Officer Program training held by the Division of Probation and Parole.

2018-10-24 13:20:32

Congratulations to Jeffrey Smith who was recently promoted to sergeant at Eastern Kentucky Correctional Complex.

2018-10-24 12:48:52

Congratulations to Mikel Paynter on his promotion to sergeant at Western Kentucky Correctional Complex.

2018-10-23 19:09:41

On Saturday, October 20th, Warden Brad Adams and the NTC Staff Canteen Committee hosted a family day for employees and their families. The event featured great food, music, bouncy houses, face painting, balloon making, emergency vehicles, Air Evac helicopter, hay maze and a haunted house. NTC would like to thank the Boyle County Fire Department, Boyle County EMS, Air Evac Lifeteam, Kentucky National Guard, all of the employees, contractors, volunteers and community stakeholders that made this event possible.

2018-10-22 20:06:30

#Attention DOC staff, open enrollment for health insurance ends October 26th. Health insurance enrollment is mandatory; Dental and Vision Insurance is optional. Enroll online at KHRIS.ky.gov. Visit personnel.ky.gov/Pages/openenrollment.aspx for more information, or contact your insurance coordinator.

2018-10-22 20:00:05

Timothy Walker Promoted to Assistant Supervisor in New Probation and Parole District

2018-10-22 19:58:03

#Congrats to Debra Menser on her promotion to Postal Technician!!!

2018-10-22 19:04:31

Warden Mazza at Green River Correctional Complex presented Donald Holloway with Freedom Riders of Kentucky with a check for over $1,000 from the GRCC Staff Canteen. Freedom Riders provide therapeutic horseback riding to disabled children and adults since 2003.

2018-10-22 15:09:01

Employee Appreciation Day was recently held at Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. Warden Lane, Deputy Wardens Hatton and Tangerose, and Major Grimes grilled for staff on all shifts. #employeeappreciation #THANKYOUFORALLYOUDO