Indiana State Prison Promotes Staff

Michigan City, Ind.- Warden Ron Neal announces the appointment of Mathew Albright, Deshawn Bowen, and Michael Slaninka to the position of Correctional Sergeant, and Angelita Castaneda to Correctional Lieutenant at the Indiana State Prison.

Mathew Albright started with the Indiana Department of Correction (IDOC) October 20, 2017 as a Correctional Officer. He served in the United States Army for four years in the Infantry Division as an E4 Specialist. Mathew is a certified first responder.

Deshawn Bowen began his career with the IDOC October 5, 2015 as a Correctional Officer. IDOC at the Indiana State Prison October 5, 2015. DeShawn served in the United States Army National Guard as a Staff Sergeant for two deployments. He is a first responder at the facility.

Michael Slaninka started with the IDOC July 9, 2018 as a Correctional Officer. He also served in the United States Army as an E4 Specialist.   He is currently a member on the facility’s Emergency Squad.

Angelita Castaneda started her career with IDOC at the Indiana State Prison November 22, 2011. She held the positions of Correctional Officer, Correctional Sergeant, and a Correctional Case Worker. Ms. Castaneda transferred to LaPorte County Juvenile before transferring back to Indiana State Prison.

Warden Neal stated, “The staff have demonstrated they will be a great addition to the supervisory staff at the Indiana State Prison. I look forward to working with each of them”.

L/R: Maj. Wardlow with Sergeants Mathew Albright, Deshawn Bowen, Michael Slaninka, Angelita Castaneda & Warden Ron Neal

Indiana State Prison is currently seeking qualified candidates to join their team.  To jump-start your career in corrections visit WorkForIndiana.IN.gov and apply today!

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