The Montana Department of Corrections (MDOC) is a state agency responsible for managing the state’s correctional facilities and supervising offenders across Montana. It was established in 1974 and is headquartered in Helena, the state capital. The MDOC operates 15 correctional facilities, including state prisons, community correctional centers, and prerelease centers. The department is led by the Director, who is appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Montana Senate. The Director oversees a staff of more than 1,500 employees who work to ensure public safety by efficiently managing offenders and reducing recidivism. The MDOC’s mission is to enhance public safety by providing safe and secure housing, supervision, and rehabilitative programs for offenders. The department also partners with community organizations and other agencies to aid in successful offender reentry. The MDOC has several divisions, including the Division of Adult Services, Division of Probation and Parole, and the Division of Administration. The department’s services include offender management, victim services, programming, healthcare, and education. While the MDOC faces challenges related to overcrowding and understaffing, it remains committed to carrying out its mission and ensuring public safety in Montana.