06/03/2026
Please join me and the Employee of the Month Selection Committee in congratulating the following staff members on being named MTC Employees of the Month for June 2026.
Custody – Jordan Dean, Correctional Officer I
COI Jordan Dean was nominated by COII Johnathan Kothe, who wrote, “COI Dean is instrumental in ensuring that Administrative Segregation stays running as efficiently as it does on third shift. COI Dean consistently accomplishes tasks even with short notice or when the shift that day is packed with required tasks such as Ad-seg rec, showers, Ad-seg releases, phone calls, last second placements, or all of the above occurring in one shift. Not only does he accomplish everything asked of him, but he also does so with a positive attitude, level head, and while working well in a team based environment. COI Dean has also been observed taking on the role as a teacher and mentor when guiding junior or inexperienced staff through the specific functions of his unit. As his direct supervisor, I am acutely aware that my job would be significantly more strenuous if I did not have him in my unit.”
Non-custody – Bryce Buholt, FUM
FUM Bryce Buholt was nominated by Case Manager II Kathleen Baudino and Storekeeper I Treva Smyser, who wrote, “FUM Buholt was already a very busy person, with overseeing housing unit 1 and 3, Puppies for Parole, RJ items, as well as the garden. He has been working very hard during the vacancy of two FUM positions and 2 case manager absences. He is assisting all the CCM’s as he is the only FUM at MTC at the current time. He always makes time if you have a concern about anything. He has done it all while maintaining his professionalism and calm demeanor. He continues to be an excellent role model for staff as well as offenders. Bryce exemplifies dedication to MTC and truly cares about the people here. He deserves to be rewarded for all his hard work.”
The professionalism shown by these staff members supports MTC’s commitment to The Corrections Way and helps build trust, rapport, respect, listening, appreciating, and valuing across our entire team. I commend their efforts and the leadership they have shown by their personal examples. When you see them, be sure to take a moment to congratulate them on a job well done.
