MCO overcomes new challenges with recruit sign up to maintain our high membership rate We are proud to announce that 98 percent of recruits in the Tony Trierweiler class have decided to join MCO! Welcome, new recruits! We are glad you are here. Over the past several weeks, MCO staff have been meeting the 200+ […]
MCO is hiring a Political Director. Full job description and duties are outlined below. Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Cindy Kogut, MCO Finance and Human Resource Coordinator. Deadline to apply is June 7, 2019. Michigan Corrections Organization Political Director Purpose: The Political Director develops and implements political programs aimed at building […]
Again this summer, MCO is proud to host two golf outings to support members facing catastrophe. The MCO Crisis Fund assists dues-paying members grappling with a disaster, such as an on-the-job injury, sudden illness, or other devastating event. To those who support the fund, we thank you! UP Crisis Fund Golf Outing WHEN: Friday, Aug. 2. […]
For the past four decades, Michigan Corrections Organization has requested a proclamation from the Governor of the State of Michigan to recognize the first full week of May (Sunday – Saturday) as Correctional Officers Week in Michigan. MCO’s advocacy and messaging about corrections staff has always reflected pride, compassion and appreciation. This year, we celebrate […]
MCO is proud to announce two new programs to help members reduce the cost of higher education. MCO is launching the Academy Debt Assistance Program and a general Student Debt Assistance Program. The Academy Debt Assistance Program will disperse 20 awards of $500 each to current MCO members who paid out of pocket or got into […]
MCO is holding a meeting for Brooks members to discuss the recent cases of meningitis and death of a corrections officer. WHAT: Brooks membership meeting regarding meningitisWHERE: Northway Lanes, 1751 Evanston Ave., MuskegonWHEN: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Thursday, April 4 MCO encouraged MDOC to hold an informational meeting last week, after the department announced […]
Officers may apply for the closer-to-home transfer list by March 31. We apologize for the late notice. The Director’s Office Memorandums (DOMs) issued March 14 state that the closer to home list will remain in effect, and that the deadline for this year’s list is March 31. To apply, mail, email or fax a letter […]
In addition to the free college program announced earlier this month, MCO is still offering a scholarship for members’ children. MCO will award 20 scholarships of $750 each. Previous MCO scholarship winners are not eligible. Mailed applications must be postmarked by June 1. Print an application now. Online applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. […]
Here at MCO, we often talk about all the benefits of membership. Now we can add free college to that list. Yes, you read that right: free college. MCO does not pay for this benefit. It is offered by a college to union members. Keep reading for more details. MCO and SEIU have partnered with […]
The MCO Central office is closed for the remainder of the day (Jan. 28, 2019) due to inclement weather. The State of Michigan has closed all lower peninsula offices as well. Stay warm, dry, and safe today.