Appointments and Promotions, Beyond the Badge

SATF holds third promotion ceremony

The Substance Abuse Treatment Facility (SATF) and State Prison at Corcoran recently hosted their third promotion ceremony.

The day started off with the presentation of colors by the SATF Honor Guard, followed by staff member John Gallegos singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” to begin the ceremony.

Acting Warden Peggy Llamas and acting Chief Deputy Warden Jerry Ourique thanked the family members who were able to attend then congratulated staff members on their promotions.

The promoting staff were encouraged to bring guests to attend the ceremony.

The following staff members were recognized for their recent promotions:

  • Fidel Acosta, Correctional Sergeant
  • Brittnee Garza, Correctional Sergeant
  • Nathan Miller, Correctional Sergeant
  • Oscar Navarro, Correctional Sergeant
  • Steven Rodriguez, Correctional Sergeant
  • Rosalina Valero Rodriguez, Correctional Sergeant
  • Jeannie Sanchez, Correctional Sergeant
  • Kevin Sevilla, Correctional Lieutenant
  • Joaquin Reyes-Chavez, Correctional Lieutenant
  • Maria Santiesteban, Staff Services Analyst
  • Caren Rodriguez, Personnel Specialist
  • Melissa “Missy” Granado, Office Services Supervisor II

Submitted by Lt. Brent Urban


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