Department of Correctional Services, Jamaica

Today marked a significant milestone for the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) as the first cohort of officers successfully completed the Range Safety Supervisor Certification Programme. A total of 16 officers graduated, becoming the Department’s first certified Range Safety Supervisors.

The graduation ceremony was attended by Overseer Basil Gilmore, who leads the DCS Shooting Team; Ms. Lygia Martin, Director of the Carl Rattray Staff College; Ms. Charmaine Gray, Director of Training; and Cpl. Mathew Downer, who represented the Director of Security.

Special commendations were presented to Cpl. Stephen Bailey and Cpl. Carlton Williams in recognition of their outstanding leadership, dedication, and exceptional efforts in guiding, motivating, and supporting their colleagues throughout the programme.

Top achievers for the course were also recognised for their exceptional performance:
•Cpl. Alwayne Cole, Outstanding Leadership Award
•A/Cpl. Roshain Dixon, Best Practical Performance Award
•COI Shaunde Edwards, Top Academic Performance Award
•COI Camesha Henry, Best Attendance Award

This achievement underscores the Department’s ongoing commitment to building a highly trained, professional, and safety-conscious workforce equipped to uphold the highest standards of fi****ms safety, range management, and operational excellence.
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The Tamarind Farm Adult Correctional Centre continues to make a positive impact beyond the walls of the institution through its ongoing support of the McAuley Primary School.

Over the year, the facility has undertaken several outreach initiatives, including the renovation of bathroom facilities, landscaping and general beautification activities, and the provision of fresh farm produce to support the nutritional needs of students.

The institution has also recognised and celebrated both teachers and students through special observances for Teachers’ Day and Children’s Day.

These efforts reflect the Department of Correctional Services’ commitment to community partnership, social responsibility, and the promotion of positive relationships between correctional institutions and the communities they serve.
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Deputy Commissioner of Corrections, Custodial Services, Ms. Joyce Stone, recently presented Certificates of Appreciation from Porus Primary School to Cpl. Brown-Hunt and CO1 McKennon in recognition of their outstanding participation in the institution’s Career Day 2026 activities.

The officers were recognised for their contribution to educating and inspiring students about careers in corrections, while providing valuable insight into the Department’s role in rehabilitation, reintegration, and public safety.

We commend their continued commitment to community engagement and youth development.
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The Department of Correctional Services’ annual administrative inspection is officially underway.

The first stop is the New Broughton Sunset Rehabilitation Adult Correctional Centre in Manchester, where the team is assessing operations, practices and standards to ensure continued alignment with best practices and international benchmarks.

Through these inspections, the Department continues to support its vision to be the centre of excellence in correctional management regionally.

The Department of Correctional Services is pleased to welcome a delegation from the St. Lucia Probation and Parole Services for a study visit focused on strengthening regional cooperation and the exchange of best practices in corrections, rehabilitation, parole administration, and offender reintegration.

Throughout the week, the delegation will engage with correctional professionals and stakeholders, gaining insight into Jamaica’s approaches to offender management while sharing experiences and perspectives from St. Lucia.

The visit reflects a shared commitment to advancing correctional excellence and promoting safer communities across the Caribbean.

The Department of Correctional Services invites qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the position of technical coordinator and contribute to the effective management and oversight of custodial operations across the Department.

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026

Join us in maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

The Department of Correctional Services invites qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the position of management information systems director.

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, June 19, 2026

Join us as we strengthen our digital capabilities in support of effective correctional services.