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Three Peru State College students are the first to graduate from STA as part of new partnership

July 15, 2021

In the latest class to graduate the Staff Training Academy (STA), three of the graduates are the first to complete STA as a part of the Corrections Workforce Development Pathways partnership between NDCS and Peru State College. This program provides $15,000 in tuition and a stipend annually to students who choose a career in criminal justice. While completing classwork in pursuit of a degree, students work as interns at the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI).

Governor Pete Ricketts, Nebraska State College System Chancellor Dr. Paul Turman, Peru State College President Dr. Michaels Evans and NDCS Director...Read more

Class 821 Graduates from STA

July 14, 2021

Congratulations to the newest NDCS teammates! Class 821 graduated from the Staff Training Academy yesterday. Welcome! #KeepPeopleSafeRead more

Job fair in Beatrice on July 14

July 13, 2021

Join Us! NDCS will be in Beatrice tomorrow - July 14th for an In-Person job fair hosted by Nebraska Dept of Labor. Be there!

#NDCSjobs #Nurses #correctons www.corrections.nebraska.gov/careersRead more

NDCS Team Member Spotlight

July 12, 2021

NDCS Team Member Spotlight:

Food Service Specialist Martin Puchalla was selected as a recipient of the 2020 Proficiency Award for the Administrative Services Division at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP). Beginning his career in 2009, Puchalla has always shown a strong work ethic. During 2020, he stepped up and worked multiple shifts, ensuring that high quality meals left the kitchen and met the needs of the incarcerated population. He went above and beyond showing his commitment to his team and NSP by performing his duties to a high standard.

By embodying the NDCS values of compassion, excellence, growth,...Read more

Open position: Volunteer Services Coordinator

July 9, 2021

Are you a personable, passionate leader who can remove barriers, bridge the gaps, and inspire others through life-changing work? If so, consider bringing your skills to NDCS as the Volunteer Services Coordinator. The NDCS Volunteer Services Coordinator leads a dedicated team of volunteers and oversees religious and volunteer services across the agency. NDCS is fortunate to partner with more than 1,000 extraordinary community volunteers who generously give their time and talents to support members of our population and assist us in fulfilling our mission: Keep People Safe. Volunteers inspire hope, build meaningful connections...Read more

NDCS Honor Guard honors families of fallen correctional staff in 2020

July 8, 2021

Members of the NDCS Honor Guard were recently in Columbus, Ohio, for the Correctional Peace Officers Foundation (CPOF) Annual National Memorial Ceremony where they honored the families of fallen correctional staff for 2020. They also presented a $5,000 check to the CPOF for a lifetime membership for the Tecumseh State Correctional Institute. These funds will be used for the Catastrophic Assistance Program, which provides financial support to correctional staff and their families due to catastrophic illness, injury or severe financial hardship.Read more

NCCW Women Graduate with GED

July 7, 2021

Congratulations to the women at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women who recently earned their General Educational Development (GED) certificates. With the decision to pursue and complete their GED, many more opportunities will open for them in the future.

Through their dedication and perseverance, these women made us proud. Congratulations Class of 2021! #MakeADifferenceRead more

NDCS Team Member Spotlight

July 6, 2021

NDCS Team Member Spotlight:

Facility Maintenance Specialist Electrician Michael Thomsen was selected as a recipient of the 2020 Warden’s Proficiency Award for the Administrative Services Division at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP). Beginning his career in June 1981 at NSP, Thomsen efficiently performs skilled electrical work, plumbing, welding, on-call duties and any other work that needs to be completed while demonstrating exceptional troubleshooting skills and a strong work ethic that his teammates look up to and respect.

Thomsen is always offering a helping hand when needed, such as assisting new...Read more

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