New Deputy Warden of Security at Georgia Diagnostic & Classification Prison

Commissioner: Timothy C. Ward

Director of Public Affairs: Joan Heath

Mark Agbaosi Promoted

FORSYTH, Ga. – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Commissioner Timothy C. Ward announced the promotion of Mark Agbaosi to Deputy Warden of Security at Georgia Diagnostic & Classification Prison (GDCP) effective December 1, 2022. As Deputy Warden of Security, Agbaosi will be responsible for overseeing security staff members and 2300 close and medium security male offenders at the facility.

 “Agbaosi has been a dedicated leader in each position he has held while working his way up through the ranks,” said Commissioner Timothy C. Ward. “We are confident he will continue to excel in his new position as Deputy Warden of Security at GDCP.”

Agbaosi began his career with the GDC in 2010 as a Correctional Officer at GDCP.  He was promoted through the ranks of Sergeant, Tact Squad member, Lieutenant, Captain, and Major/Chief of Security.  In 2021, he was promoted to Unit Manager, where he currently serves.   

Agbaosi is currently enrolled at Clayton State University where he is working toward his degree in Criminal Justice.  His departmental training consists of Basic Correctional Officer Training, Special Operations (CERT/TACT) Basic Training, Sergeants Academy, Chief of Security Academy, Basic Management, and Supervision I and II.  He also served in the United States Navy, and United States Air Force Reserve.

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 nearly 47,000 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 https://gdc.georgia.gov.