The Department conducts investigations following any death in custody, however following these deaths we also plan to fully comply with an independent audit of the mental observation units conducted by the Board of Correction to evaluate and make recommendations surrounding our practices in these housing areas. Townsend was lauded by a federal monitor overseeing the department, but unions wanted her gone. "His lived experience makes him uniquely qualified to transform our jails and create a system that focuses on rehabilitation. Ronald Brereton was appointed Deputy Commissioner of Security Operations in May 2022.Prior to joining DOC, DC Brereton served at the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS). The Department provides for the care and custody of people ordered held by the courts and awaiting trial or who are convicted and sentenced to one year or less of jail time. Most of the inmates in DOC custody are being detained pending the resolution of charges against them; approximately 15 percent are city-sentenced inmates who are serving sentences of one year or less. This year the majority of our ingenuity and creativity was devoted to reimagining well established services in a COVID-19 safe manner. DC Young brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that includes; developing technological solutions and evidence based strategies to improve jail operations and services. He began his career at the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS), where he served as a Correction Officer in multiple state prisons. In addition, he will work closely with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation (H+H) to facilitate the delivery of safe and effective care to persons in custody.He received his Juris Doctor degree from Fordham Universitys School of Law, and a bachelors degree from the State University of New York at Buffalo. As FDC, Ms. Simon will serve as a senior advisor to Commissioner Ponte on all aspects of administration and planning, and directly supervise Administration, Budget and Planning, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities Planning and Support Services, and Labor Relations.Ms. The first was Katharine Bement Davis, Bedford Hills Reformatory superintendent appointed NYC DOC Commissioner in 1914 before women had the right to vote. NYC Department of Correction. Now, with approximately 60 patients with active cases in our facilities, the Department continues to successfully mitigate COVID-19 within its jails and emerged as a national leader in responding to the crisis. His advocacy has rebuilt lives, and his inspirational life-story is a shining example for all of what true rehabilitation of formerly incarcerated people looks like. The Honorable Chief Judge Laura Taylor Swain . He even served once as Fire Commissioner. Her broad background in IT includes strategy and business development, project management, telecommunications, database and network-systems management, software and data-applications development, IT business solutions, and IT infrastructure management. New York, NY 10006 . As a Lieutenant and then a Captain, he supervised correction officers in maintaining the security of all people in DOCCS custody.In 2007, he was promoted to Deputy Superintendent for Security, the highest uniformed rank, at two DOCCS facilities, and in 2014 he was appointed as Superintendent of DOCCS Great Meadow Correctional Facility. Three Star Chief - Bureau Chief of Security at New York City Department of Correction (Retired) Staten Island, NY. The Department also operates two hospital wards (Bellevue and Elmhurst hospitals) and court facilities in each borough. After 10 years as a Correction Officer, he was promoted to a Correction Lieutenant, and a Correction Captain, two of the highest-level uniform roles. Ms. Grey obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Pennsylvania and a Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. He successfully completed this three-year program in June 2017. Simon succeeds James E. Dzurenda, who resigned in October 2015.About the New York City Department of Correction. The DOC appointment of Dr. Davis -- she had a Ph. She brings more than 31 years of NYC Department of Correction experience to this position. City of New York. That's because Francis J. Lantry served two non-consecutive terms; once at the turn of the 19th Century into the 20th and later in the 20th's first decade. She campaigned for legislation to treat addicts and alcoholics as people with medical rather than criminal conditions. In his over 40-year career as a criminal justice attorney, he has worked with the Lippman Commission on sentencing reform, was the main architect of the New York State Sentencing Reform Act of 1995, and spearheaded the Sex Offender Registration Act. Johnathan Johnson, Malone, appellant pro se. As much as we believe these steps will provide appropriate mitigation against further issues, we recognize that this should never have happened and are taking all steps to guard against any further issues in the future. The pre-recorded announcement has been enhanced to specifically warn attorneys that if they are hearing the announcement the call is not private and they should hang up. NYC Careers 2.5. (Barry Williams/for New York Daily News) More than 800 correction officers. In 1933, Robert L. Tudor, William J. Cahill and Wilbur T. Wright headed DOC. Furthermore, he also held supervisory positions at Queensboro, Taconic, and Fulton Correctional Facility, as well as Edgecombe Residential Treatment Facility.In his role, Mr. Brereton will oversee the Custody Management Division, the Centralized Movement Unit, the Correction Intelligence Bureau, Special and Central Operations Divisions, and the Operational Security Intelligence Unit. In 2014, Richards was recognized by President Obamas administration as a Champion of Change for his commitment to helping individuals who are impacted by the justice system. ", This appointment is one that I am greatly pleased to announce and is a historic game-changer for this agency. Anthony J. Annucci was named the Acting Commissioner of the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision on May 1, 2013. D.C. Feeney attended Union College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Eric Adams' New Jail Commissioner Pushes Out Acclaimed Head of Investigations - THE CITY Although we openly report on the deaths of individuals who passed away in custody, we did not have a process to report on the deaths of those compassionately released from custody as a result of illness who later died outside of our care. She had been Probation Commissioner. Click image for Bobbie's Vera obit. Louis A. Molina (born April 24, 1972) is an American police officer and Commissioner of the New York City Department of Correction. She is also a member of various professional organizations such as the Nassau County Bar Association, the Queens Bar Association, and the Amistad Bar Association. Bernard Bailey Kerik (born September 4, 1955) is an American consultant and former police officer who was the 40th Commissioner of the New York Police Department from 2000 to 2001. (1999): Then long-time Board of Correction member Barbara Margolis and then NYC DOC First Deputy Commissioner Gary Lanigan. Ms. Maginley-Liddie has been with the Department since 2015, as Agency Attorney in the Legal Division, and in April 2018 as Deputy General Counsel. Throughout the crisis, the Department has worked to be as transparent and forthcoming as possible. Commissioner Ponte Appoints Dina Simon as First Deputy Commissioner EAST ELMHURST, N.Y. - New York City Department of Correction (DOC) Commissioner Joseph Ponte has appointed Dina Simon as First Deputy Commissioner (FDC), effective January 5, 2016. Mr. Jenkins was appointed by Mr. Adams in January 2022 as the commissioner of the Department of Social Services, which oversees both the Human Resources Administration and the Department of. As the Deputy Commissioner of Trials, Ms. Grey will be responsible for directing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of all trials, which process the prosecution of all internal disciplinary matters brought against members of the uniform force. We are in discussions with our health partners to determine when it is safe to resume in-person visitations and other in-person services. In October 2015, Simon was named Acting First Deputy Commissioner of DOC.Ms. Deputy Monitor 178 Columbus Avenue, #230842 New York, NY 10023-9998 +1 646 895 6567 | afriedberg@tillidgroup.com May 17, 2022. First Deputy Commissioner Westchester County Department of Correction Mar 2018 - Dec 20202 years 10 months Greater New York City Area Appointed First Deputy Commissioner (FDC) by. 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East Elmhurst, NY - June 30, 2021 - Stanley Richards, long-time executive vice-president of the Fortune Society and Vice-Chair of the New York City Board of Correction, has been appointed as First Deputy Commissioner of Programs and Operations at the New York City Department of Correction. Lynelle Maginley-Liddie was appointed First Deputy Commissioner, effective January 2021, in which capacity she serves as a key member of the Department's Senior Leadership Team. Commissioner Louis Molina on Monday asked Deputy Commissioner for Intelligence and Investigation Sarena Townsend to immediately step down. Miller will be responsible for ensuring that individuals are properly housed when they enter DOC custody according to their correctional risk levels with the primary purpose of successful community integration. United States District Court . In this role, Dr. Gonzalez managed all training and development opportunities for all members of the Division throughout New York State.Dr. Richards is a graduate of Medaille College. He previously worked with NYC Health + Hospitals (H+H) including Bellevue Hospital Center, Coney Island Hospital, and the H+H Central Office in various executive-level positions. In his 33 years with DOCCS, Mr. Brereton progressively rose through the ranks from correction officer at Sing Sing Correction Facility to Superintendent at Lincoln Correctional Facility. She worked as a Senior Staff Attorney at Lawyers For Children, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing individual advocacy to children in NYCs Foster Care System and as an Assistant District Attorney at the Kings County District Attorneys Office. Deputy Commissioner, Classification & Custody Management - Christopher Miller (718) 546-8793 Deputy Commissioner, Financial, Facility & Fleet Administration - Patricia Lyons (718) 546-0657 Deputy Commissioner, Investigations - Manuel Hernandez (718) 546-0305 Deputy Commissioner, Public Information - James Boyd (718) 546-0898 East Elmhurst, NY June 30, 2021 Stanley Richards, long-time executive vice-president of the Fortune Society and Vice-Chair of the New York City Board of Correction, has been appointed as First Deputy Commissioner of Programs and Operations at the New York City Department of Correction. Additionally, Richards is a member of the New York City Older Adult Reentry Task Force, which issues recommendations to address issues related to the post-incarceration reentry for older adults. Iris Rodriguez-Rosa, First Deputy Commissioner Appointed February 4, 2022 Tel: (212) 360-1307 Therese Braddick, Deputy Commissioner, Capital Projects Appointed July 18, 2008 Tel: (718) 760-6602 Mark A. Focht, PLA FASLA, Deputy Commissioner/Chief Operating Officer Appointed January 23, 2017 Tel: (212) 360-1312 Dec 30, 2022 Official A year under the leadership of Commissioner Molina and he has proven that the safety of his staff and people in custody is his number one priority. was appointed Deputy Commissioner of Health Affairs in February 2023.Mr. In addition, he will monitor department-wide systems to ensure quality control measures are met and improve safety for officers, non-uniform staff, and people in custody.He has a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justine from Mercy College, is a certified corrections manager and auditor with the American Correctional Association, and a member of the National Association of Blacks in Criminal Justice and North American Wardens Association. DC Young graduated with a masters degree in Applied Criminology and Police Management from The University of Cambridge (U.K.). Not monitored 24/7. The men and women whose names and thumbnail images appear on this page, their having served as NYC Correction Commissioners, reflect the diverse and rich history of the City and this Department. This mega-study was one of the largest multi-site RCTs in the history of criminal justice research. Simons invaluable experience in City government and management is an important asset to our Department and our 14 Point Reform Agenda, which is helping produce a culture of safety that protects both officers and inmates, Commissioner Ponte said.I am truly honored to have been selected for this role and continue serving the Department and the City of New York, Ms. Simon said. After returning to the Fortune Society, Richards earned a series of promotions that led to him becoming the second most senior person at the organization. The Department has continued to build on its existing mitigation strategy and now offers onsite testing and vaccination opportunities for our staff and partners with CHS to afford the vaccine to all eligible persons in custody. Prior to that, he served as the Executive Deputy Commissioner since October 2007. City of New York. Still, despite the immediate challenges before us, the Department continued to prioritize our reform efforts and made progress on initiatives that will shape correctional practice for years to come. Louis is an active member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, American Society of Evidence Based Policing, New York State Sheriffs Association, and American Correctional Association. Mr. Shechtman is also responsible for setting performance goals, objectives, and priorities for all legal division staff. Maginley-Liddie received her Juris Doctor from Fordham University School of Law and her B.A. During his tenure, these units were essential in producing critical and constant messaging about COVID-19 testing and vaccines as they became available to staff and people in custody.That followed over three years of service as the Director and then Executive Director of DOCs Office of Constituent and Grievance Services (OCGS), which initiates responses to concerns and complaints from both people in custody and the wider community. Ms. Thomson has a B.A. for his commitment to helping individuals who are impacted by the justice system. a number who rose through the ranks to the top spot (William J. Fraser, Jacqueline McMickens, Gerald Mitchell, James Hunter, George R. Vierno). She began her career at the Mayors Office of Management and Budget (OMB) as an Assistant Budget Analyst in May 1999. In his 29-year tenure in law enforcement, he also served as the Deputy Director, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Correction Officer and K-9 Handler at the Hudson County Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation.In his role as Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Edwards will serve as the Departments staffing manager and oversee the assignment and management of uniformed personnel. a U.S. and Israeli military hero (Col. David "Mickey" Marcus). Before joining the Department, Ms. Danko worked in the airline and hospitality industries. Prior to this appointment, Ms. Torres served as Assistant Commissioner of Education and Youth Advocacy Services since November 2015. In the course of her five years of service, Maginley-Liddie led the Departments General Litigation Unit, provided strategic guidance on complex agency matters, and recently spearheaded the Departments efforts to provide staff with convenient, on-site access to COVID-19 vaccinations. Further, we are continuing to work closely with sister agencies to push forward the borough-based jail initiative and are actively working with partners to design state-of-the-art jail facilities informed by lessons learned through COVID-19. 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