New Deputy Warden of Security at Telfair State Prison

Denisha Foster Promoted

FORSYTH, Ga. –  The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced the promotion of Denisha Foster, Unit Manager at Telfair State Prison (SP) to Deputy Warden of Security at Telfair State SP effective January 16, 2025. As Deputy Warden of Security, Foster will be responsible for overseeing staff members and 1,428 male offenders.

 “Denisha has consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic and exceptional leadership skills,” said Commissioner Tyrone Oliver.  “We are confident that she will continue to excel as she takes the next steps in her career.”

 Foster began her career with the GDC at Wilcox SP in 2007 as a Correctional Officer. During her tenure at Wilcox SP, she was promoted through the ranks of Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Unit Manager. In 2021, she transferred to Telfair SP as Unit Manager, where she currently serves.

 Foster received a technical diploma in early childhood care and education from East Central Technical College. Her departmental training consists of Basic Correctional Officer Training, Effective Communication Training, POST IT, Supervision I, II, and III, Management I, II, and III, and Unit Manager Academy. 

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About the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC)

The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) has one of the largest prison systems in the U.S. and is responsible for supervising approximately 49,000 state prisoners. It is the largest law enforcement agency in the state with approximately 9,000 employees. For more information on the GDC, call 478-992-5247 or visit http://www.gdc.ga.gov .