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Boise, Idaho ~ Boise, Idaho - In a recent announcement, Governor Brad Little revealed that Bree Derrick has been appointed as the new director of the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC). This decision comes as longtime director Josh Tewalt departs from the agency to pursue a job in the private sector.
Derrick, who has been serving as the IDOC deputy director since 2019, has played a crucial role in establishing the department as a national model for correctional systems. She has been overseeing various divisions within the department, including probation and parole, prisons, and management services. Her leadership in overall staffing efforts has garnered national recognition for industry best practices in recruitment and retention. With over 20 years of experience in corrections and behavioral health systems, Derrick is highly regarded for her expertise in evidence-based practices and crime reduction strategies.
Tewalt has been at the helm of IDOC since December 2018 and has successfully navigated the agency through unprecedented challenges. During his tenure, Tewalt oversaw significant investments in department staff, which he credits with having a significant impact on public safety. He also spearheaded efforts to increase accountability while investing in interventions that resulted in a reduction of crime committed by individuals on felony supervision.
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Expressing his gratitude towards Tewalt's leadership, Governor Little stated, "I am deeply grateful to Josh Tewalt for his outstanding contributions to Idaho's second-largest state agency. He championed significant and effective reforms in corrections and made Idaho a shining example of how we can be tough on crime while providing an off-ramp for those who want to become productive members of society. I wish him all the best as he takes on new challenges in the private sector."
Governor Little also commended Derrick for her instrumental role in IDOC's recent accomplishments. "All of our recent achievements at IDOC are directly attributable to Bree Derrick's dedication and hard work," he said. "Bree has a purpose-driven approach to implementing operational changes that improve public safety outcomes for Idahoans, and I have full confidence in her ability to lead IDOC to even greater success and keep our citizens safe."
Tewalt's departure from IDOC is motivated by his desire to help correctional systems across the country solve complex problems. He will officially leave the agency at the start of 2025 but has agreed to stay on for the majority of the legislative session.
In response to her new role, Derrick expressed her commitment to strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders and driving down crime in Idaho. "I look forward to reinvigorating partnerships with key stakeholders to further drive down crime in Idaho," she said. "The staff at IDOC do critical public safety work for Idaho, and I'm committed to increasingly highlighting their role in making our state safer."
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Tewalt also shared his pride in the men and women who work in corrections, stating, "I'm incredibly proud of the men and women who work in corrections. I'm honored to have been a part of their great work, and I couldn't be more excited to leave the department in Bree's capable hands."
Idaho Board of Correction chairman Dodds Hayden also praised Tewalt's leadership and innovation during his time at IDOC. "Josh and his team have been tireless and innovative," he said. "We owe him a debt of gratitude for his service to the state and for leaving the department better than he found it. Idaho is fortunate to have a leader of Bree Derrick's caliber willing to take the reins."
In addition to announcing Derrick's appointment, Governor Little also appointed Paul Franz as the District 1 representative on the Idaho Transportation Board. Franz is a professional engineer who recently retired from his position as performance manager for CRH, a provider of building materials solutions. He is also a past president and active board member of the Idaho Associated General Contractors and has a strong record of community involvement and volunteerism.
"Paul Franz has the personal and professional qualities to help Idaho advance historic investments in transportation to keep up with the needs of our rapidly growing state," Governor Little said. "I appreciate his willingness to serve the people of Idaho on the transportation board."
Franz's nomination was heard in committee on Tuesday. The Idaho Transportation Board is responsible for establishing state transportation policy and guiding the planning, development, and management of a safe, efficient transportation network that enhances Idaho's economy and quality of life.
Derrick, who has been serving as the IDOC deputy director since 2019, has played a crucial role in establishing the department as a national model for correctional systems. She has been overseeing various divisions within the department, including probation and parole, prisons, and management services. Her leadership in overall staffing efforts has garnered national recognition for industry best practices in recruitment and retention. With over 20 years of experience in corrections and behavioral health systems, Derrick is highly regarded for her expertise in evidence-based practices and crime reduction strategies.
Tewalt has been at the helm of IDOC since December 2018 and has successfully navigated the agency through unprecedented challenges. During his tenure, Tewalt oversaw significant investments in department staff, which he credits with having a significant impact on public safety. He also spearheaded efforts to increase accountability while investing in interventions that resulted in a reduction of crime committed by individuals on felony supervision.
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Expressing his gratitude towards Tewalt's leadership, Governor Little stated, "I am deeply grateful to Josh Tewalt for his outstanding contributions to Idaho's second-largest state agency. He championed significant and effective reforms in corrections and made Idaho a shining example of how we can be tough on crime while providing an off-ramp for those who want to become productive members of society. I wish him all the best as he takes on new challenges in the private sector."
Governor Little also commended Derrick for her instrumental role in IDOC's recent accomplishments. "All of our recent achievements at IDOC are directly attributable to Bree Derrick's dedication and hard work," he said. "Bree has a purpose-driven approach to implementing operational changes that improve public safety outcomes for Idahoans, and I have full confidence in her ability to lead IDOC to even greater success and keep our citizens safe."
Tewalt's departure from IDOC is motivated by his desire to help correctional systems across the country solve complex problems. He will officially leave the agency at the start of 2025 but has agreed to stay on for the majority of the legislative session.
In response to her new role, Derrick expressed her commitment to strengthening partnerships with key stakeholders and driving down crime in Idaho. "I look forward to reinvigorating partnerships with key stakeholders to further drive down crime in Idaho," she said. "The staff at IDOC do critical public safety work for Idaho, and I'm committed to increasingly highlighting their role in making our state safer."
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Tewalt also shared his pride in the men and women who work in corrections, stating, "I'm incredibly proud of the men and women who work in corrections. I'm honored to have been a part of their great work, and I couldn't be more excited to leave the department in Bree's capable hands."
Idaho Board of Correction chairman Dodds Hayden also praised Tewalt's leadership and innovation during his time at IDOC. "Josh and his team have been tireless and innovative," he said. "We owe him a debt of gratitude for his service to the state and for leaving the department better than he found it. Idaho is fortunate to have a leader of Bree Derrick's caliber willing to take the reins."
In addition to announcing Derrick's appointment, Governor Little also appointed Paul Franz as the District 1 representative on the Idaho Transportation Board. Franz is a professional engineer who recently retired from his position as performance manager for CRH, a provider of building materials solutions. He is also a past president and active board member of the Idaho Associated General Contractors and has a strong record of community involvement and volunteerism.
"Paul Franz has the personal and professional qualities to help Idaho advance historic investments in transportation to keep up with the needs of our rapidly growing state," Governor Little said. "I appreciate his willingness to serve the people of Idaho on the transportation board."
Franz's nomination was heard in committee on Tuesday. The Idaho Transportation Board is responsible for establishing state transportation policy and guiding the planning, development, and management of a safe, efficient transportation network that enhances Idaho's economy and quality of life.
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