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West Carroll Detention Center Promotion
L-R:Regional Warden Jody McJimsey, Chief of Security Keith Johnson,
Deputy Warden Victor Bermudez-Ortiz, and Deputy Chief Operating Officer David Rivas,

The West Carroll Detention Center proudly announces the promotion of Victor Bermudez-Ortiz from Chief of Security to Deputy Warden and Keith Johnson from Lieutenant to Chief of Security.

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West Carroll Detention Center Promotion
L-R: Regional Warden Jody McJimsey, Chief of Security Steve Hayes and Deputy Chief Operating Officer David Rivas

The West Carroll Detention Center proudly announces the promotion of Captain Steve Hayes to Chief of Security at River Bend Detention Center.

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River Bend Detention Center Promotion
L-R: Regional Warden Jody McJimsey, Warden Johnny Hedgemon
and Deputy Chief Operating Officer David Rivas

The West Carroll Detention Center proudly announces the promotion of Deputy Warden Johnny Hedgemon to Warden at River Bend Detention Center.

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West Carroll Detention Center Promotion
L-R: Regional Warden Jody McJimsey and Deputy Chief Operating Officer David Rivas

The West Carroll Detention Center proudly announces the promotion of Warden Jody McJimsey to Regional Warden.

Employee of the Month
L-R: DOT Compliance Jeff Christie, Officer Huerta, Officer Castellanos, Officer J Cervantes, Officer Paz, Officer Lucero, Officer Leon, Officer Del Torre, Officer Daniel, Officer Hopkins, Sergent G Valenzuela(team members not in photo:Officer M Cervantes and Officer Coria)

The San Luis Transportation Department has maintained a Driver's Score Card of above 98% for over a year. We are proud to acknowledge the accomplished staff that made this possible. Keep up the great work!

Employee of the Month
L-R: Assistant Warden Johnny Hedgemon, HR Manager Melanie McBride, Willie Cooper, Warden Jody McJimsey

The West Carroll Detention Center is proud to announce that Willie Cooper has been elected Employee of the month. He was nominated by his supervisors for his job dedication and service during his seven years at WCDC.

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: Sergent Vicente Solano, Vickie Trevino, Major Leandro Hernandez

When the call came, you answered! Your dedication, performance, and professionalism in the assistance you rendered to Lincoln County Detention Center on July 28, 2011 goes without saying:  You performed superbly and demonstrated nothing but professionalism and true leadership during the searches of the Lincoln County Detention Center. Job well done!

"Beautiful Catch"

Emerald Wardens have a successful fishing trip this month thanks to the good folks at Correctional Food Services. Many thanks to Larry and David for this event.

San Luis Regional Detention and Support Center Promotion

The San Luis Regional Detention and Support Center proudly announces the promotion of Ricardo Soto to the position of Sergeant. Sergeant Soto has been a member of Emerald's San Luis family since January 2007 as part of the initial crew hired to prepare and operate the facility.

"San Luis Detention Facility Participates In Founders Day Parade"
Volunteers L-R: Jose Castellanos, Roberto Gonzales, Elsa Lucero, Warden Robert Pease, Cheif of Security Hipolito Reyes, Salvador Uribe, Gerardo Valenzula, Gerado Parra, Clemente Macias and Facility Photographer Captain Veronica Joseph(not pictured)

Nine employees volunteered to help decorate and drive vehicles in the 52 Annual Founders Day Parade in the City of San Luis, AZ. Emerald's San Luis Regional Detention and Support Center entries were well received by the community and awarded a plaque in the automotive division. Thank you for a job well done and your continued community relations.

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: Cheif Jesus Dominguez

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: Toni Garrett RN

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: John Blake Compliance/Training Officer

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: Pauline Tope Human Resources/Business Manager

When the call came, you answered! Your dedication, performance, and professionalism in the assistance you rendered to Lincoln County Detention Center on July 28, 2011 goes without saying:  You performed superbly and demonstrated nothing but professionalism and true leadership during the searches of the Lincoln County Detention Center. Job well done!

 

West Carroll Detention Center Promotion
L-R: Assistant Warden Johnny Hedgemon, HR Manager Melanie McBride, Sergeant Antoine McDowell, Warden Jody McJimsey

The West Carroll Detention Center proudly announces the promotion of Antoine McDowell to the position of Sergeant. Sergeant Antoine McDowell has been a Correctional Officer at the West Carroll Detention Center since 2002.

 

Bryan Brown promoted to Special Operations
September, 2011

Bryan Brown was promoted to Special Operations under the Chief Operating Officer. Bryan served as the Warden at Emerald Correctional Management’s West Carroll Detention Center since 2008. Mr. Brown brings more than 11 years of experience in the corrections industry. He began his career at the Louisiana State Penitentiary and has held various leadership positions of increasing responsibility including Cadet, Sergeant and Lieutenant. Warden Brown graduated from North Delta Regional Training Academy in Monroe, Louisiana and the Louisiana State Penitentiary Training Academy.

 

West Carroll Detention Center Promotions
L-R: Warden Jody McJimsey, Jason Johnson, HR Melanie McBride, Larry Campbell, Assistant Warden Johnny Hedgemon

The West Carroll Detention Center proudly announces the promotion of Jason Johnson and Larry Campbell to the position of Lieutenant. Lt. Jason Johnson has 12 ½ years of Military Experience and has been employed at the facility for more than 3 years. Lt. Larry Campbell has 18 years of correctional experience and has been employed at the facilty for more than three years.

2nd Annual Arizona Detention Association Leadership Retreat

Emerald staff were commended on their professionalism and support during the Leadership Retreat held in Sholow, Arizona

San Luis Blue Team Leader: Sergeant Valenzuela

San Luis Red Team Leader: AW, Javier Ramirez

 

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: San Luis Regional Detention Center Staff

When the call came, you answered! You're dedication, performance, and professionalism in the assistance you rendered to Lincoln County Detention Center on July 28, 2011 goes without saying:  You performed superbly and demonstrated nothing but professionalism and true leadership during the searches of the Lincoln County Detention Center. Job well done!

 

"Certificate of Commendation"
Recipient: Lieutenant Kristopher Mendoza and
Major Candelario Juarez

When the call came, you answered! Your dedication, performance, and professionalism in the assistance you rendered to Lincoln County Detention Center on July 28, 2011 goes without saying:  You performed superbly and demonstrated nothing but professionalism and true leadership during the searches of the Lincoln County Detention Center. Job well done!

 

Special Operations at Lincoln County
July 30, 2011

Key staff from Emerald's Detention Facilities joined together for "Special Operations" at the Lincoln County Detention Center. The team spent the day training, rehearsing and conducting simulations.  Training topics included Search Procedures, Use of Force, Five Man Force Cell Entry Techniques, Pressure Point Techniques and Professionalism. The Special Operations was a great success and was under the command of Warden Arthur Anderson; Operations Warden Marcello Villegas and Advisor, David Rivas - Deputy Chief of Operations.