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Hattenberger Promoted to Sergeant at Moose Lake
By Lt. Darrel Berry
Congrats to Ben Hattenberger who was promoted to Sergeant on 07/05/23.
Sgt. Hattenberger started his career in corrections in October of 2017 here at MCF- Moose Lake.
Sgt. Hattenberger has worked in most of the areas here at Moose Lake and brings valuable knowledge and experience to 3rd Watch. Sgt. Hattenberger always looks to improve on practices and often brings his ideas to leadership. His forward thinking has led to better security here at Moose Lake. We look forward to his leadership and seeing what he brings next to the table in the future.
Congratulations, Sgt. Hattenberger on your promotion!
Warden Brian Collins, Sgt.Ben Hattenberger, and Lt. Darrel Berry 
Warden Brian Collins, Sgt.Ben Hattenberger, and Lt. Darrel Berry -
Faribault Promotes Paige Morris to Volunteer Services Coordinator
Be Melissa Paquette
Paige Morris began her career with the DOC in 2019 as an OAS-I in Health Services at Faribault. In 2020, she was promoted to OAS-Sr in Health Services where she transferred departments to Physical Plant in 2021. During her time with the DOC, she has enjoyed building positive relationships with staff and contractors and is excited to continue promoting the DOC in her new position as Volunteer Services Coordinator. Paige has an A.A.S. degree from DCTC. Paige's promotion is effective July 5th. Congratulations Paige!
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Rush City's Diane Reineccius Promoted to Lieutenant
By Captain Nate Bartz
On June 7, Lt. Reineccius began her new position as 1st Watch Commander. Diane has many years of experience in uniform as she started her career as a CO at Rush City. Diane also has non-uniform experience as an OSI Special and Lead at the Moose Lake Facility.
Welcome back to Rush City Lt. Reineccius!
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Congratulations to Nicole Hensley on Promotion
By Latoya Shelby
Congratulations to Lino Lakes' Nicole Hensley on her Promotion as the 3rd Watch K3/Utility Sergeant Position.
Sgt. Hensley started her career with the Department of Corrections in September of 2015. She has worked in a few different spots throughout her career. She started on Utility on 3rd watch, Triad, and West on 2nd watch. She is currently a Chemical Instructor and a part of the Honor Guard.
She has a bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies from Hamline University and was in the U.S. Navy prior to working for the department.
Sgt. Nicole Hensley’s first day on duty as a Sergeant was June 25, 2023.
Congratulations Sergeant Hensley!
L to R: Captain Chad Oye, Lieutenant Bill Capocasa, AWO Mary McComb, Sergeant Nicole Hensley, AWA Vicki Janssen, Captain John Kelly & Captain Eric Knies -
Congratulations to William Pharr on Promotion to Sergeant
By Latoya Shelby
Officer Pharr started his career in corrections in May 1997, at the Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton MN.
William worked there for one year and then left to manage a fast-food restaurant. William returned to Prairie Correctional Facility in 2001 and was promoted to Sergeant in 2005. Between 2009 and 2014 he also worked with adults with disabilities and operated a ready-mix truck and worked as an over-the-road truck driver. In 2014, William accepted a position at MCF-Lino Lakes where he worked 2nd and 3rd watch in the West unit before bidding to utility.
Congratulations SGT. Pharr on your promotion!!
L to R: Lt. Matt VanderVegt, Lt. Joe Rosier, Lt. Steve McCarty, Sgt. William Pharr, Lt. Mitch Weber,
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Lino Lakes Welcomes New First Watch Lieutenant
By Latoya Shelby
The Lino Lakes Family welcomed Rob Lee From Faribault as our new First Watch Lieutenant.
Lee started his corrections career as an On-Call Juvenile Detention Officer with Olmsted County Juvenile Detention Center from 2007 through 2019. Lee then began his DOC career in 2010 at Faribault and has worked a variety of positions on all three watches.
He has been involved in the following throughout his career: Integrated Conflict Management System (ICMS), Field Training Officer (FTO), Field Training Coordinator, and a member of the Mentoring Program. He is also a military Veteran.
Please welcome Rob Lee in his Lieutenant promotion!
L to R: Capt. Chad Oye, Capt. John Kelly, Lt. Rob Lee & Capt. Eric Knies -
Amanda Tuthill Promotes to CPD at Faribault!
By Melissa Paquette
Amanda began her career with the DOC in 2009 as a Corrections Officer at MCF-Faribault. She completed a one year WOOC Case Manager position in 2012, promoted to a Transitions Coordinator in 2013 and obtained a permanent Case Manager position later that year. Amanda has been involved in many pilots and initiatives involving streamlining case management and transition services to better align with the person centered approach, including most recently the DOC virtual court team, Faribault's caseload restructure pilot and Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT).
She has been involved with a variety of committees throughout her career to include, Restorative Justice, Sexual Assault Response Team (SART), Gender Identity Committee, Integrated Conflict Management System (ICMS), Workforce Development Recruitment, Special Operation Response Team (SORT), PRT and Mentor.
Amanda has a B.S. Degree in Vocational Rehabilitation - Criminal Justice with a minor in Sociology from UW-Stout and completed her internship at MCF-Stillwater in case management. Amanda's promotion is effective June 21st.
Congratulations CPD Tuthill!
CPD Amanda Tuthill -
Congratulations to WOOC Sgt. Frank McGraw
By Lt. Jessica Fergen
Officer Frank McGraw has accepted the WOOC Sgt. promotion in Complex 3, 3rd watch. Officer McGraw began his career with the DOC at Oak Park Heights in 2017. Officer McGraw is an FTO, SORT Team member, and K-9 Decoy. Officer McGraw also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice from SCSU.
Center - WOOC Frank McGraw -
WOOC Visiting Sergeant Promotion for Lino Lakes Joseph Motyl
By Latoya Shelby
Joe Motyl began his career with the DOC in September 2013. He has worked in a variety of positions here at MCF-LL. Since 2016, Joe has been a valued member of the visiting team and began his WOOC Sergeant position on 4/21/2023. Joe states he is “excited for this opportunity, and the challenges that this brings as a WOOC Sergeant .”
L to R: Captain Chad Oye, Captain John Kelly, Sergeant Joe Motyl, Lieutenant Kipp Forschen & Warden Shannon Reimann -
St Cloud's Iten promotes to Sergeant
By Marisol Ortega
Congratulations to Sam Iten in his promotion to Sergeant! Sgt. Iten has been with the department for 12 years. He is a current member of the SORT team since 2014 and instructs Batons for the SORT team here at St. Cloud. He is also a member of the uniform committee and took the position of Utility Sgt on 3rd watch where he works in many different positions with a myriad of staff. Sgt. Iten is happy to advance his career within the DOC and to be in a position of leadership.
Capt. K. Krippner, Sgt. S. Iten and Lt. M. Poppen 
Capt. K. Krippner, Sgt. S. Iten and Lt. M. Poppen
