Press Release  Massachusetts Department of Correction Appoints New Deputy Commissioner to Lead Human Resources

Milford — The Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) proudly announces the appointment of Mallory Rose St. Brice as Deputy Commissioner of Human Resources, effective July 14, 2025. A strategic human resources executive with more than 20 years of experience, Deputy Commissioner St. Brice brings a proven track record of driving organizational change, strengthening employee relations, and modernizing workforce operations across education, nonprofit, and government sectors.

“Deputy Commissioner St. Brice brings a deep understanding of what it takes to support and empower a modern workforce,” said DOC Commissioner Shawn Jenkins. “As the DOC enhances the workplace experience and expands the pool of potential recruits, her leadership and expertise will have a critical role in ensuring our staff have the tools, training and support they need to succeed.”

In her new role, Deputy Commissioner St. Brice will lead all aspects of human resources management for the DOC, including strategic workforce planning, employee engagement and development, performance management, labor relations, and recruitment and retention initiatives. Reporting directly to the Commissioner, the Deputy Commissioner is responsible for advancing workforce policies and practices that align with the Department’s mission while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies to support the nearly 4,000 DOC employees statewide.

“I look forward to fostering the continued forward-thinking change within the DOC as we prepare to implement improvements to the employee experience and workplace where necessary,” said DOC Deputy Commissioner Mallory St. Brice. “All of the work being done inside our facilities can have a tremendous positive impact in our communities. By supporting our staff, we further our missions.”

On a related note, the DOC recently announced a change in its hiring policy, lowering the minimum age to become a correction officer from 21 to 19. This adjustment is part of a broader effort to expand recruitment, attract younger candidates, and establish a new pathway for individuals interested in a career in public service. This forward-leaning approach is designed to strengthen the Department’s long-term workforce pipeline and create greater access to career opportunities within corrections. As the newly appointed Deputy Commissioner of Human Resources, St. Brice will play a key role in supporting the advancement of this effort, which includes developing targeted recruitment strategies, enhancing mentorship and training frameworks, and ensuring that young professionals are equipped to succeed in a modern correctional environment.

About Mallory Rose St. Brice 
Mallory Rose St. Brice joins the Massachusetts DOC from the Foxborough Regional Charter School District where she served as Director of Human Resources and a key member of the executive leadership team. She led initiatives to improve recruitment and retention strategies, modernized records and absence management systems, and enhanced employee benefits administration. Her leadership on the Union Negotiation Team played a pivotal role in reaching a balanced and collaborative labor agreement aligned with district goals.

Previously, St. Brice served as the Associate Director of the Y2Y Network and was Associate Director of AmeriCorps at YouthBuild Global, where she advanced workforce development efforts and championed community-based programs for youth.  

St. Brice has an M.B.A. in Human Resources from the University of Scranton, an M.A. in Urban Affairs from Boston University and a B.S. in Sociology from Suffolk University. 

About the Massachusetts Department of Correction  
The Massachusetts Department of Correction (DOC) manages the custody, care, and rehabilitation of approximately 6,000 individuals across 13 state facilities. The DOC emphasizes evidence-based programming, trauma-informed care, and educational and vocational training to reduce recidivism and is committed to fostering accountability, personal growth, and successful reentry. Through partnerships with community organizations and stakeholders, the DOC delivers innovative services tailored to the diverse needs of incarcerated individuals while advancing equity, inclusion, and long-term public safety. 

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