DOC Executive Director Raemisch names new Director of Parole
Colorado Department of Corrections Executive Director Rick
Raemisch Names Director of Parole
30 Dec 2013
Colorado Springs, Co. - Executive Director Rick Raemisch announced
today the appointment of Walt Pesterfield as Director of Parole for the
Colorado Department of Corrections.
Pesterfield has an
extensive background in law enforcement, parole, drug treatment and working
with youthful offenders. “Walt has the right combination of experience, skill
and vision to assist offenders in making positive behavioral choices,”
according to Executive Director Raemisch. “I believe he is the right man to
lead our parole officers to further success.”
Energized by the
appointment Mr. Pesterfield said, “I am honored to join the Colorado Department
of Corrections and welcome this opportunity to make a significant difference in
the lives of offenders and the communities of Colorado.”
Pesterfield comes to the
CDOC from his position as Director of Community Justice within Oregon’s
Columbia County Department of Community Justice. Over the last eight years, he
has excelled in planning, organizing and directing both the Adult and Juvenile
Divisions of his organization.
“Walt Pesterfield has an
innovative vision for the successful re-entry of offenders. His plans for our
Department are cutting edge and will set a national standard,” said Deputy
Executive Director Kellie Wasko about the important appointment.
Beginning his career as
a California police officer, Mr. Pesterfield has established an admirable work
history in Juvenile and Adult Community Corrections prior to his leadership
positions in Adult Parole and Probation.
Executive Director Raemisch
said he was excited to add Mr. Pesterfield to his team, “I was immediately
struck by Walt’s enthusiasm to take on the challenge of leading our parole
division. There is no doubt that he will positively impact the lives of many
offenders as they re-enter our communities.”
Pesterfield joins the
Colorado Department of Corrections on February 3, 2014.
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