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MARTIN HALL JUVENILE DETENTION STAFF
Robert Palmquist, Program
Administrator
509.299.1400 ext. 1408
Robert came on board on November 29, 2010. He is a career public servant. In February 1982 he joined the
Federal Bureau of Prisons as a Correctional Officer at the United States Penitentiary in Lompoc, California.
For the next 27 years, Robert worked in positions of increasing responsibility
including Paralegal, Executive Assistant, Jail Administrator, Associate Warden, and Chief of Security Technology.
He served as Warden at the Federal Detention Center in Seattle, WA from July
2003 through September 2009. Robert was responsible for the daily operation of a
$100 million facility, 240 staff, 1,000 inmates and an operating budget of $25 million. He
earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Criminal Justice
from the Washington State University in Pullman, Washington. Robert
has had extensive training in Emergency Management, Leadership, Federal
Budgetary Policies, Science and Technology, Executive Communication and
Leading Change. He is currently a Music Minister and a Youth Minister at St. Mary Presentation Catholic Church in Deer
Park, Washington. In September 2009 Robert received the Washington State University Alumni Achievement Award for Exceptional
Public Service.
Erin Chilson, Chief Juvenile Corrections Officer
509.299.1404
Erin joined CCCS in June 2006. He previously worked in the Customer Service industry for the Spokane Club. He has also worked
for Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Detention. He earned his degree in Sociology and Children Studies
from Eastern Washington University in Cheney, Washington. He has completed, at the top of his class and with high honors,
his DOCC Certification from a state academy for corrections. He has worked with juveniles for over 8 years in various aspects of
community programs. Erin has been actively participating throughout
Spokane Criminal Justice Programs in helping to build awareness and a more
local sense of community policing. He likes to spend his free time with his wife and children. They
enjoy doing all sorts of outdoor adventures.
Suzanne Keeling, Shift
Supervisor Training
509.299.1400 ext. 1401/1407
Suzanne has been employed with CCCS since November 1999. Prior to that, she was employed
with Sister's of Providence as a cook in a retirement facility. She received her schooling
in Anchorage, AK, where she was born and raised. Suzanne relocated to Spokane, WA in 1979 and has been a
resident ever since.
Neal Perkins, Shift Supervisor
509.299.7733
Neal joined CCCS on November 22, 2000. He previously worked in
Juvenile Corrections prior to coming on board. Neal also worked as
an electrician's apprentice, a part time auto mechanic, and did electric
motor repairs and rewinds. He completed the Washington State
Juvenile Corrections Academy in 2001, attended the Stanley Lock Smith
Seminar, and also a seminar for Manager and Supervisor Training.
He was honored to receive the 2008 Pete Graves Award from CCCS.
Neal coaches and assists the Spokane North Little League. During
the summer, he and his family enjoy heading to the lake for swimming,
boating, fishing, and trail riding on motored vehicles.
Ronal Aleman-campos,
Shift Supervisor
509.299.1401
Ronal was hired on October 2, 2008. He previously worked as a student supervisor at
Eastern Washington University (EWU). Ronal is currently a senior at EWU and
is majoring in Operations Management and Marketing. He served four years in the Marines,
during which time he served two tours in Iraq and one tour in Operation Enduring Freedom.
Tom Bro, Shift Supervisor
509.299.1400
Tom began his employment with CCCS on January 7, 2010. He previously worked for Spokane County Juvenile Courts. Tom
earned his BS in business with a minor in law enforcement and is close to finishing his Masters in Corrections and
Policing. He is certified to work on surveillance systems and is a world champion Marksman. Tom has been involved in
law enforcement most of his life, including managing a surveillance department, working for Spokane County Juvenile courts,
and being a personal protections consultant.
Jason Bremner, Shift Leader
509.299.1400
Jason has been with CCCS since July 22, 2006. He previously worked in Parking Enforcement
at Eastern Washington University (EWU) and in Electronic Monitoring at the
Spokane Juvenile Detention. Jason holds a Bachelor of Social Work degree from EWU. He
has gone through "Gang Training" and is an avid fan of the Cougars at Washington State
University.
Mark Boyer, Shift Leader
509.299.1400
Mark originally started at Martin Hall in November 2005 as a JCO and
worked in that position until July 2006. He re-joined Martin Hall
on August 15, 2011 in his current position. Prior to that, he managed a Benjamin Moore Store in Sammamish,
Washington for 4 years. Mark is currently working
towards his Bachelor's in Criminal Justice at Eastern Washington University - Spokane.
Kevin George, Shift Leader
509.299.1400
Kevin began his career with CCCS at RYO in January 2007 to January 2009. Prior to that,
he worked as a Mental Health Associate at Kids Behavioral Health of Montana. Before coming to
Martin Hall in April 2011, he worked as an XML Programmer at Synesis 7 and an IT professional
at Mercury Street Medical Center in Butte, Montana. He worked towards an IT/Cisco degree for
4 years at Montana Tech of the University of Montana in Butte, Montana. Kevin is a Former Boy Scout - Life Rank.
He has been certified in MANDT and "Handle With Care" De-Escalation training. Kevin has been a musician for 19 years,
having performed on tour around the country and appearing on several recordings. He enjoys spending his
free time with his son.
Melody Youker, Case Manager
509.299.1413
Melody started with CCCS in September 2000.
She has an extensive background working in other correctional facilities
that include Brown Stone, Eleanor Chase House, and Turner House and she
did her internship for Spokane County Juvenile Diversion Unit. She received
a Bachelor's degree in Sociology with an
emphasis in Criminal Justice from Montana State University located in
Bozeman, Montana. She has taken special training in
Level of Service, Mental Health and Behavioral Management.
Heidi O'Cain, Registered Nurse
509.299.1412
Heidi joined Martin Hall in November 2010. She was raised in Western
Montana and moved to Spokane, WA in 1988. Heidi graduated as a Registered Nurse from North
Idaho College/Lewis Clark State University, and has spent the majority of her career in
Long-Term Care, Geriatrics and Pediatrics. Before coming to Martin Hall, she managed and developed
programs for a non-profit Adult Day Health Center in Spokane. Heidi is a certified CPR instructor. In her spare
time, she enjoys hunting, camping, and good hockey.
Larry Gardner, Principal, Alternative School Programs
509.477.2451
Larry has been employed with North East Educational Service District 101, Spokane, WA since 1991. He has been
involved with Martin Hall School since it opened in November 1999. Previously, Larry taught Middle School/High School English
in Montana for five years; served as the School Psychologist in Sandpoint, ID and Spokane, WA for seven years; and has been
the Principal of Alternative School Programs for the past twelve years. He has earned the following: BA, Secondary Education
from the University of Montana - Missoula; M.Ed., Special Education from Idaho State University; Ed.S., School Psychology
from Idaho State University; and Principal Certification from Eastern Washington University. Larry was born in Great Falls,
Montana; he lived in Montana for about 30 years.
Amy Tankersley, Food Service Manager
509.299.1412
Amy joined Martin Hall on September 10, 2011. She previously worked as the Lead Banquet Chef at the
Washington National Golf Club. Amy attended Culinary School at the Art Institute of Seattle.
She has been in the Food Service Industry for 8 years, doing everything from ma and pa style restaurants to
banquets and five-diamond restaurants.Originally from Southern California, she has lived in Washington
for 13 years now and cannot imagine living anywhere else. Amy spends most of her free time with her family
and loves any hobbies that allow her to work with her hands.
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