Kevin

Deputy Director, Senior Leadership

Correctional Facility • Full-time

Sep 2011 - Present • 14 yrs 8 mos

Deputy Director — Provincial Correctional Facility Provide senior leadership and oversight of daily custody operations at a provincial correctional facility, including staff supervision, shift management, policy development, and operational decision-making. Directly responsible for guiding supervisors and frontline staff through complex operational scenarios, ensuring adherence to legislation, policy, and best practices in a high-stakes environment. Sit on hiring and interview panels regularly, evaluating candidates for frontline correctional officer, supervisory, and specialized positions. Deeply familiar with what successful candidates demonstrate during the selection process — from structured interview responses to situational judgment and communication under pressure. Recipient of the Corrections Exemplary Service Medal (2024) in recognition of dedicated and exemplary service to corrections. Two-time recipient of the Premier's Award — first for the creation and implementation of a Correctional Recertification Program designed to standardize and elevate ongoing staff competency, and second for developing a Trauma-Informed Care initiative that reshaped how the criminal justice system approaches interactions with justice-involved individuals. Committed to leadership development, operational excellence, and building stronger teams. Trained in Extreme Ownership and Dichotomy of Leadership principles through Echelon Front, bringing a disciplined, mission-focused approach to every aspect of the role. Career journey began as a frontline correctional officer, progressing through the ranks to senior leadership — providing firsthand understanding of every level of the organization and the challenges staff face at each stage.