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Lino Lakes' Sergeant Promotion William Zierman
By Latoya Shelby
Effective September 13, 2023, CO2 William Zierman accepted a promotion to 3rd Watch Triad Sergeant at MCF-Lino Lakes.
Sgt. Zierman is an Army veteran with a degree in criminal justice. He spent the majority of his time with the DOC on 3rd watch. He's worked living units and A-Team, a member of SORT, and serves as a baton instructor.
Congratulations!
(L-R) Lt. Graham Besonen, Sgt. William Zierman & Lt. Michael McMahon
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Congratulations to Lieutenants Edquist and Nichols on Promotions
By Ian Heaslip
Congratulations to Chris Edquist and Justine Nichols as they promote to Lieutenant at MCF- Moose Lake on 1st Watch!
Chris has been with the DOC for nearly 24 years, both at MCF- Moose Lake and the Challenge Incarceration Program at Willow River. He promoted to Sergeant in 2014 and has contributed to the facility as a Field Training Officer and instructor for Boundaries and CPR/First Aid.
Justine graduated from Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College in 2010 and completed Skills training there as well. She started at MCF- Moose Lake in 2011. She has worked many posts at the facility, including Work out of Class opportunities as a Central Services Administrative Specialist, Sergeant, and Lieutenant on 3rd Watch. She has been heavily involved as an instructor for Interpersonal Communications, Field Training Officer, Workforce Development Committee, Mentor Coordinator and co-chair for the Employee Events Committee.
(L-R) Captain Rich Skoglund, Lieutenant Chris Edquist & Warden Brian Collins
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Congratulations to Willow River Promotions
By Carla Pocket
Jeannie Sack was recently promoted to OAS, Principal. In her new role she will be the support staff for MCF-WR CIP administration and maintain records management.
Lori Schanus was recently promoted to an OAS, Sr. and recently transferred to MCF-WR from Field Services. Lori is the new contact for all CIP intakes and application list management. Warden Anselmo states “We are excited to have both Jeannie and Lori in their new roles at Willow River, both bring many years of quality DOC experience and expertise!"
(L-R) Jeannie Sack, Lori Schanus -
Two Well Deserved Sergeant Promotions at MCF-Shakopee
By Lt. Eric Retzinger
Please join me in congratulating Sgt. Anthony Kuechle and Sgt. Anne Jordan on their promotions to 3rd Watch Broker/Monahan Sergeant. Both started with the Department in July of 2018 and have worked various posts throughout the Shakopee facility during this time. Sgt. Kuechle is a Mentor, ICS instructor and part of our CIT team. Sgt. Jordan is an instructor for Chemical, Control Tactics/Self-Defense and Communication and Boundaries. She is also trained in CIT and CISM as well as a facility FTO. Both Sgt. Kuechle and Sgt. Jordan bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to this position. There promotions were effective August 2nd 2023.
Congratulations, Sgt Kuechle and Sgt. Jordan!
Thank you!
Sgt. Anne Jordan
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Lino Lakes' Alex Carroll Promotes to Sergeant
By Latoya Shelby
Alex Carroll started in 2016 and was on 3rd Watch for 6 months, and then bid midnights where he was able to learn how to operate almost every position.
From Sgt. Carroll: Once I learned how the facility worked I then bid B-Control where I was able to become very proficient in being able to assist in almost everything B-Control / Count related. I also became very familiar with A-Control as well! I was then in Triad for quite some time! So, I am very familiar with how everything operates in Triad! Made a short return to B-Control and have been on A-Team since 2022 where I've learned the rest of the facility to be able to assist in the best way I know how to!"
Sgt. Carroll began his Sergeant Assignment on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
Congratulations Sergeant Carroll!
L to R: Captain Eric Knies, Lieutenant Graham Besonen, Warden Shannon Reimann, Lieutenant Jessica Johnson, Lieutenant Bill Capocasa, Sergeant Alex Carroll, Lieutenant Mike McMahon, Lieutenant Steve McCarty & AWO Mary McComb -
Welcome Lisa Stenseth as the New Warden at Rush City Starting August 30th
By Eddie Miles
Please help me welcome Lisa Stenseth as the new Warden at MCF-Rush City!
Warden Stenseth began her career with the MN Department of Corrections in 2000 as a Corrections Officer. She promoted to Case Manager at Stillwater in 2005 and eventually Corrections Program Director over case manager in 2013. In these roles she was instrumental in various programs and committees including Restorative Justice, TPC – Effective Interventions, Kaizen facilitator, the Agency’s Case Management Continuous Improvement project, and Co-Chair of the Abuse Review Committee. In 2019 she accepted the position as Stillwater’s Associate Warden of Operations. In 2022, she led Stillwater through a successful PREA audit as the facility’s PREA Compliance Manager. In 2020 Warden Stenseth sponsored the implementation of the MCF-Stillwater Women in Corrections Committee, a first of its kind in the agency. Warden Stenseth has a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Warden Stenseth's first day as RC Warden is August 30th.
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Skoglund Promoted to Captain at Moose Lake
Congratulations to Rich Skoglund on a well deserved promotion to captain at MCF- Moose Lake! Capt. Skoglund received his Law Enforcement degree from Hibbing Technical College before completing Post Certification at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College. Rich's career began at MCF- Lino Lakes in 1994 as a Corrections Officer prior to transferring to MCF- Moose Lake after one year.
Rich promoted to sergeant in 2009 and remained in that role until he promoted into the OSI- Special Investigator role in 2011. He completed certification as a polygraph examiner in 2017. Rich transitioned into the Lieutenant role in 2021 prior to his recent promotion to his newest leadership role.
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Faribault's Nohava Promotes to WOOC OAS-Sr
By Paige Morris
MCF-Faribault is excited to annouce Jenna Nohava has been promoted to WOOC OAS-SR, Physical Plant. Jenna began her career with the DOC in 2020 as an OAS-I in Health Services in Faribault. In 2021, she made a lateral transfer to Willow as an OAS-I for the SUD program. During her time in Willow, she has enjoyed building relationships with staff, as well as being able to assist in the expansion of the SUD program. Jenna is a member of the WAC committee and is BCA background certified. Jenna has a BA from Augsburg college. Jenna begins her WOOC on August 2nd.
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Faribault's Westphal Promotes to WOOC AWO
Please help congratulate Laura Westphal in her promotion to WOOC Associate Warden of Operations. Laura has an extensive history in corrections, joining the rank of Corrections Officer in 1991 at Shakopee Correctional Facility. She rose to the rank of Lieutenant in 2015, at which time she transferred to Faribault Correctional Facility. Laura was hired as a Corrections Program Director in 2017, staying in that position until 2019 when she was promoted to Associate Warden of Administration. Laura has managed several large-scale departments policies including Property, Hobby Craft, Religious Programming. She was instrumental in Department’s Control Tactics/Self Defense, Use of Force, Situational Awareness curricula. She has participated in Faribault Futures Leadership Program and our Department’s Advanced Leadership Development Program. Congratulations Laura!
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Faribault's Tobin Promotes to Executive Assistant
By Melissa Paquette
Please help me welcome Kari Tobin to the position of Executive Assistant! Kari has a notable history of advanced level administrative support experience, including Advancement/Administrative Assistant and Marketing Specialist, Office and Administrative Specialist Intermediate, Senior, and Principal. She has her Associate of Applied Science from the Minnesota School of Business, and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Minnesota. Skillsets include BCA Single Certification, Notary Public, Adobe Creative Suite Application, and Project Management. She has been active in FRB's Safety and Wellness committee and is a mentor for Faribault's mentor program. Welcome Kari!
