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New DOC Warden at Dodge Correctional Institution, Other Warden Moves Announced Leadership Changes Reflect New Initiatives Affecting Division of Adult Institutions MADISON – Wisconsin Department of Corrections (DOC) Secretary Rick Raemisch today announced the appointment of Jim Schwochert as Warden of the Dodge Correctional Institution (DCI), as one of several top leadership changes taking shape within the DOC’s adult prison system. “As the central reception facility for new adult male inmates, Dodge Correctional Institution serves a critical role in managing inmates in our Division of Adult Institutions,” Secretary Raemisch said. “I am confident that Jim Schwochert will lead the facility through what will be a time of change as we implement various criminal justice and corrections reforms that were included in the 2009-11 state budget. The addition of Jim to this role, along with several other leadership changes, will enhance our ability to implement and manage these initiatives safely and effectively.” Schwochert is currently Deputy Warden at the Dodge facility. Among other leadership changes: Current DCI Warden Tim Lundquist will become the new Warden at the Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (KMCI) in Plymouth. Current KMCI Warden Mike Dittmann will become the new Warden of the Redgranite Correctional Institution (RGCI). Current RGCI Warden Larry Jenkins will become the new Warden of the Fox Lake Correctional Institution (FLCI). Current FLCI Warden Jodine Deppisch will move to DCI as the new Corrections Class Management Supervisor for the DOC’s Bureau of Classification and Movement (BOCM), assisting the Bureau as it takes on enhanced responsibility related to the reforms, including the implementation of inmate risk assessment. “These dedicated, talented and innovative leaders will bring many years of experience as well as fresh perspective to their new positions,” Secretary Raemisch said. “Experience and perspective will be critical as we look for ways to operate our prisons more efficiently, while staying true to our mission of working to keep Wisconsin safe.” The new appointments will take effect over the course of the next several weeks. ###
12/01/2009 |
