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"It is with great pleasure that I announce the promotion of Alan Cormier to the position of Corrections Field Services Operations Manager . Al was selected from a very highly qualified and accomplished group of department applicants.

Al has been a Corrections Program Supervisor at the St. Johnsbury probation and parole office since 2004. Prior to that assignment Al has served the department in the positions of Corrections Service Specialist , Community Corrections Officer , Corrections Officer and Acting Shift Supervisor at the Northeast Regional Community Corrections Facility. Al has been an academy instructor and a team leader for LERT during his facility assignments. He is an upcoming September graduate of Granite State College with a bachelors degree in Criminal Justice.

Al presented a reference from both the Caledonia State's Attorney that highlighted Al's "dedication to his profession, commitment to the state's attorney's office their working relationship and unmatched integrity." In a recent performance evaluation District Manager Stu Gladding noted that "Alan continues to be an outstanding supervisor. He has exceptional understanding of the needs of his employees and provides them with the support and accountability necessary to ensure that they feel appreciated, fully understand the expectations of the job, and are successful."

This position will be of great benefit to the department in general and in particular the Field Services Division as we move forward with a number of important DOC initiatives related to the Challenges for Change legislation. Al has a number of important skills that will support these initiatives including a strong knowledge of electronic monitoring, ICOTS, and supervision of both the Community Correctional Officers and the Community Service Team Leader at the STJPP worksite.

Please join me in congratulating Al on this promotion and exciting new challenge. Al will begin his new duties on June 6, 2010 ."