(Boston
Orange 摘譯) 麻州州長奚莉
(Maura Healey) 11月15日宣佈，在麻州獄政署
(DOC)署長Carol
Mici今年3月退休後，代理其職的Shawn
Jenkins，即起真除。
奚莉州長和Kim
Driscoll副州長稱許Shawn
Jenkins思想具前瞻性，在營造安全環境，推動創新改造方案上表現傑出。公安及保安廳廳長Terrence
Reidy也說在這獄政改革的重要時期，Shawn
Jenkins的領導力，將在優化設施，改善安全上為獄民帶來更多的創新措施。
在擔任代理署長一職期間，Shawn
Jenkins推動了許多獄政改額措施，包括進行全面安全審查（如在某懲教中心進行安全評估、部署特殊單位、實施隨身攝影計劃）；強化健康和安全政策（實施新的不明物質應對政策）；擴大女子再入獄項目（在弗雷明漢女子監獄推出相關計畫）；完成平板電腦計畫實施（為服刑人員配備設備方便其學習等）；加強與假釋委員會合作（推出試點計畫）；透過策略整合提高營運效率（關閉部分監獄等）；宣布新的醫療保健合作夥伴。
Shawn
Jenkins從2024 年3 月起擔任麻州獄政署代理署長，之前曾任Middlesex郡治安官辦公室特別治安官8年，Worcester郡治安官辦公室特別治安官4年，負責監督各監獄的安全、保密，以及人事等各項營運事務。他也曾在公安相關機構擔任過不同職務，其中包括擔任性犯罪者登記委員會委員5年。
Shawn
Jenkins擁有Colby學院政府系學士學位和兩個碩士學位：一個是麻州大學羅爾分校的刑事司法管理碩士，另一個是麻州大學波士頓分校的公共事務碩士。
Governor Maura Healey Appoints Shawn Jenkins as Massachusetts Department of Correction Commissioner
BOSTON – Today, Governor Maura Healey announced the appointment of Shawn Jenkins as the Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC). Jenkins has been serving as the DOC’s Interim Commissioner since Commissioner Carol Mici’s retirement in March 2024. Commissioner Jenkins brings a wealth of experience in correctional management and a forward-looking vision that focuses on strengthening safety and security across all facilities, enhancing staff support and wellness, and implementing robust rehabilitative programming for all entrusted to the DOC’s care.
“Shawn Jenkins has demonstrated exceptional dedication to creating safe, secure environments while advancing innovative, rehabilitative solutions across DOC’s correctional facilities," said Governor Maura Healey. "With his extensive experience and strategic approach, Commissioner Jenkins is well-equipped to shape the DOC’s future, where evidence-based practices will continue to promote safety and support positive outcomes for incarcerated individuals and staff alike."
“Commissioner Jenkins’ forward-thinking approach, commitment to safety and security, and deep understanding of effective reentry programming will advance a modern corrections system that supports public safety while creating opportunities for transformative change,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll.
“Commissioner Jenkins’ appointment comes at a critical time as we seek to build upon the strides made by the DOC in recent years. His leadership combined with his significant security expertise and compassionate approach will prioritize safe and secure environments across DOC facilities while providing innovative rehabilitative programming for those in DOC’s care, ensuring that Massachusetts remains at the forefront of correctional innovation," said Public Safety and Security Secretary Terrence Reidy.
During Commissioner Jenkins’ interim tenure, the DOC has advanced many initiatives to strengthen safety and security across facilities, enhance policies to support health and safety, expand rehabilitative and reentry programming, and improve operational efficiency, including:
Launched comprehensive safety and security review: the DOC launched a comprehensive security assessment at Souza-Baranowski Correctional Center in response to recent incidents, including the strategic deployment of specialized units and ongoing implementation of the Body-Worn Camera Program to enhance overall safety and security.
Enhanced health and safety policies: the DOC implemented a new Unknown Substance Response Policy to further safeguard correction officers, staff, and incarcerated individuals from the risks posed by potentially hazardous or illicit materials.
Expanded reentry programming for women at MCI-Framingham: the DOC launched The PEACE Unit, a program designed to advance rehabilitation and promote successful community reentry by supporting incarcerated women with essential skill development, transformative mentoring and building familial bonds.
Completed implementation of tablet initiative: the DOC announced the successful implementation of an innovative tablet program that equips incarcerated individuals with personalized electronic devices for convenient access to a wide range of online courses to accelerate education, job skill training, and self-improvement programs.
Strengthened partnership with the Parole Board: the DOC launched a pilot program in partnership with the Parole Board to educate and support incarcerated individuals through the parole process.
Enhanced operational efficiency through strategic consolidation: Amid the state’s lowest prison population in 35 years, the DOC continues to identify strategies to enhance operational efficiency and advance cost-saving solutions, including the successful closure of MCI-Concord and conclusion of housing operations at Old Colony Correctional Center minimum-security men’s facility (OCCC-Minimum).
Announced a new health care partner: the DOC selected a new independent health care partner to deliver comprehensive patient health care services for residents living at 10 state correctional facilities.
“I’m grateful to Governor Healey, Lieutenant Governor Driscoll and Secretary Reidy for putting their faith in me. I am honored to lead a team so dedicated to public safety and service. Together, we will continue to strengthen our facilities’ security, support the health and well-being of our staff and housed population, and advance innovative programs that empower individuals in our care to successfully return into their communities," said Commissioner Shawn Jenkins.
About Commissioner Shawn Jenkins
Shawn Jenkins has served as the Massachusetts Department of Correction Interim Commissioner since March 2024. He joined the DOC as Chief of Staff in March 2022. As Chief of Staff, Jenkins served as the agency’s second in-command and had direct oversight of legislative and public affairs. As Interim Commissioner and Chief of Staff, Jenkins was integral to advancing the Department’s vision and mission while collaborating with command staff and numerous stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of the Department’s annual goals.
Before joining the DOC, he served as the Special Sheriff with the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office for approximately eight years. He also served as Special Sheriff with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office for nearly four years. In both roles as Special Sheriff, he oversaw all aspects of facility operations including security, classification, personnel, legal and as primary point of contact for outside law enforcement agencies. Shawn began his career in public service with different roles within the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, including a five-year appointment to the Sex Offender Registry Board.
Jenkins holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Colby College and two Master’s degrees: one in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and another in Public Affairs from the University of Massachusetts Boston.
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