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Join the MADOC's Recruitment Team at our upcoming Career Expo and get all your questions answered!

📅 Saturday, December 5
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Shirley Training Academy, 100 Harvard Rd., Shirley, MA

Registration: https://t.co/JUQXIY9aX2

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This Veterans Day, the Massachusetts Department of Correction proudly recognizes the veterans among our staff who have served our country and continue to make a difference through their service to the Department.

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In honor of Veterans Day this week, we're recognizing the MTC Wellness Team's effort to honor the veterans working at MTC. For more than 10years, the Committee has put together special gift bags for the veterans among staff and vendor to recognize and celebrate their service

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🎉 Please join us in congratulating our recently promoted staff members!

Cheryl Van Scyoc — Deputy Commissioner of HR
Jake Okerfelt — Director of Security, OCCC
Ana Rosas — Deputy Director of Comms
Alexander Inglese — Director of Facility Maintenance, MCI-Shirley

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Join the MADCO Recruitment Team at our upcoming Career Expo and explore what it takes to become a Correction Officer!
📅 Saturday, December 5
🕙 10– 1:00 p.m.
📍Shirley Training Academy, 100 Harvard Rd., Shirley, MA
Register here: https://t.co/JUQXIY8D7u

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🎓 For the third consecutive year, educational program completions are on the rise across the MADOC. During the 2025–2026 school year, individuals achieved 1,572 educational program completions, a 34% increase!

🔗 Read the full press release: https://t.co/UWFeImAgF3

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Recently, RTC340 recruits have received instruction in the IMS, interpersonal communication, de-escalation techniques, and situational awareness as they progress in the academy. Commissioner Jenkins also shared the DOC's mission and the responsibilities as a correction officer.

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Last week, we were proud to participate in the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security's Emerging Adult Summit, celebrating Five Years of Expanding Partnerships in Support of Justice-Involved Emerging Adults.
https://t.co/qbWZNHWQIl

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Our Recruitment Team will be out at events across the state and hosting virtual information sessions throughout the month.
📅 Explore: https://t.co/wxIVpkmvfj
Correction Officer I Civil Service Exam:
🗓️ Deadline: Jan 5, 2027
📝Exam: February 5 & 6, 2027
🔗https://t.co/RT68Ege3IC

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Congratulations on the latest promotions at DOC
· Rhonda Cummings — Deputy Sup of Ops OCCC
· Michael Shadd — Director of Food Services NECC
· Frank Deleo — Director of Food Services HQ
· John Rose — Construction Operations Manager
· Ronald Raymond — Director of Security, NCCI

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On National First Responders Day, we proudly recognize the dedication and service of our correction officers, correctional program officers, and the medical teams working in our facilities. We are also thankful to the many first responders partners we work alongside everyday.

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Thank you to NBC10 Boston for joining us for an inside look at the Reintegration House at MCI-Framingham.
A special thank you to our CPOs, for making this initiative a success.
🔗 Watch NBC10 Boston's coverage here: https://t.co/2TnFLnsd2L

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We are now accepting applications for the upcoming CO I and CO Head Cook exams.
📅 Application Deadline: January 5, 2027
📝 Exam Dates: February 5 & 6, 2027
🔗 Apply now: https://t.co/qfnFx0rFg2
Connect with our Recruitment Team at 1-866-WRK-4DOC or [email protected].

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Supporting a loved one through addiction? Families, friends, and caregivers play an important role in the recovery journey, and need support, too.
Spectrum Health Systems offers a free support group:
📅 Wednesdays 6-7 pm
💻 Via Zoom, email: [email protected]

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The 3rd Annual Ombudsman Wellness Conference, hosted by the Office of the Ombudsman and organized by Executive Director Lauren M. Andersen, and her team, brought together DOC staff for a day of learning, self-care, and connection.

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We’re encouraging applicants to explore opportunities as a Correction Officer I or Head Cook.
📝 Register: https://t.co/RT68Ege3IC
📅 Exam Dates: Feb. 5 and 6, 2027
❓ Questions? Connect with our Recruitment Team at 1-866-WRK-4DOC or [email protected].

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The Home Run Derby at the NECC brought together incarcerated individuals and DOC staff for a day of good sportsmanship last week Congratulations to Matt McGaughran, Recreation Officer II at MTC, on taking home the Derby title! Matt hit 10 consecutive home runs to claim the win.

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Training is underway for RTC340 as recruits are getting hands-on experience - recent lessons have covered locks and keys, report writing, wrist restraints, security procedures, and searches.
We’re proud to follow their progress and look forward to seeing what’s ahead for RTC 340

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Please join us in celebrating five members of the Massachusetts Department of Correction who have been promoted to the rank of Captain.

Congratulations to our newly promoted Captains:
• Robert Herrick Jr.
• Kevin Chaisty
• Edgar McCreadie III
• George Zatir
• Katy Carson

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Good luck to all candidates taking the Correction Officer I Exam tomorrow! This is the next step toward a meaningful career in public safety. Thank you for your commitment and desire to serve!