MDOC has been implementing a variety of tactics to improve recruitment and retention of new and current officers.
New Recruitment Manager
The department recently hired a new recruitment manager who brings a distinctive blend of experience shaped by 16 years in
recruiting, supporting organizations like Ford Motor Company,
Google, and American Rheinmetall.
New Recruitment Advertising Tactics
Updated marketing strategy has gathered nearly 6,000 unique
leads and implemented new ads on Spotify, YouTube, and streaming services like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN. Along with other platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Google Search, local
TV/radio, and print that have historically shown strong
engagement.
Target Healthcare Advertising
Developed specific advertisements to target health care staff in areas across the state.
Direct Mail Pilot
Kinross and Chippewa Correctional Facilities are piloting direct mail based on demographics.
Pay Increase for U.P. Recruits
The department is implementing an increased pay rate for new corrections officer recruits at several Upper Peninsula correctional
facilities. The pay rate increases annual base earnings of a corrections officer there by approximately $10,000.
Jackson Recruit Allocation Pilot
Pilot assigns all Jackson area recruits to the facility that has the current lowest staffing level. The previous two classes have assigned recruits to
RGC and JCF. The RGC vacancy rate went from 32.5% to 22% and the JCF vacancy rate went from 37.4% to 28.4%.
Youth Career Academy
This month we are hosting the first MDOC Career Academy at Green
Oaks Training and Professional Development Center. This free opportunity allows 15- to 20-year-olds interested in a career in corrections to explore available opportunities while participating in
hands-on activities with experienced professionals
