2022-2024 contract online now – read it here
*Note: Contract updated on 8/17/22 to reflect the changes in appendices F & H. UPDATE: Wage scales for April 2022 – October 2023. MCO bargaining unit members are now under a […]
MCO bands together to support WHV COs
What an awesome day yesterday at WHV. Dozens of members came to the MCO cookout and enjoyed a break with fellow staff. MCO hosted the cookout to show our solidarity […]
WHV members, join us for an appreciation cookout Thursday!
MCO is hosting a special appreciation cookout for the members at WHV! All the details are in this flyer. We are still looking for women officers at other facilities to volunteer. […]
Move Forward: The Value of Integrity
In life or on the job, integrity is among the most important values an individual can possess. It is central to earning the trust of the public and vital to […]
Serving the Public as Corrections Officers, One Generation at a Time
In many families throughout Michigan, public service is a tradition. The McVeans are one of those families. Jim (Mack) McVean just retired after a career with the MDOC of more […]
Should you vote absentee in Aug. 7 primary?
Saturday is the last day to request to vote absentee in the Aug. 7 primary election. Due to unpredictable mandates and travel times between work and home, MCO recommends members […]
Move Forward: Fulfilling our Purpose in Corrections
It’s no secret that criminal justice reform is sweeping the nation. From state legislatures to the halls of congress, legislation is being introduced everyday with an eye on decreasing the […]
Recognizing Corrections Officers And Their Values as Part of Law Enforcement
Michigan Corrections Organization is proud to recognize May 6 through 12, 2018 as Correctional Officers Week. During this week, we recognize corrections officers, who exemplify professionalism, integrity, and strength in […]
The Value of Recognition
For correctional officers, recognition is rarely a motivating factor in performing one’s duties or acting to ensure the safety of an institution. Recognition is this month’s value in the Michigan Corrections […]
Officer Elwanda Ray honored as MDOC 2018 CO of the Year
The Michigan Correctional Officers’ Training Council has named Elwanda Ray, an employee at Thumb Correctional Facility, as the 2018 Corrections Officer of the Year. Officer Ray said she was humbled […]