| Iowa Eighth Judicial District |
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DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
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| Serving Southeast Iowa |
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Manager of the Year Employee of the Year
Mike Baker is the the 2008 Manager of the Year.
Passion is just a word to some,
but it has been Baker’s way of doing business for 33 years. While some
slow down as they approach retirement, Baker spearheaded the biggest
cause in the District – policies and procedures. He also made the
necessary plans to ensure that the expansion of Ottumwa Residential
Correctional Facility includes more than just adding 25 extra beds.
Moreover, as the residential manager, Baker has continued to groom and
cultivate staff members so that they are ready for higher levels of
responsibility. He has done all of this because he truly cares about our
District, the employees, the offenders, and our communities. Shawn LaRue is the 2008 Employee of the Year. Throughout his 16-year career in corrections, Probation and Parole Officer II LaRue’s superb work ethic and thorough knowledge base have served the public, the offenders, and the people he works with. In the last year, he has earned a master's degree, implemented the Low Risk and Minimum Supervision Programs in 8A, been a key member of the Field Officer Training Program, served on the District's Evidence-Based Practices Committee, the DOC's Mental Health Focus Group, and has been the "go-to" person" in the Ottumwa Office.
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