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Deputy Chief - Parole District 1 North & West

Keisha Moore  | Deputy Chief District 1 North and West

Keisha Moore was appointed Deputy Chief of Parole in January 2026. In this role, Moore oversees the operations of the North and West areas within the District 1 Parole Division. 

Moore has more than 29 years of service in corrections, community supervision, and rehabilitation. Moore began her career with the Illinois Department of Corrections in 1996 as a Correctional Officer and was promoted to Parole Agent 1 in April 1999. Moore served as a Corrections Senior Parole Agent, where she has demonstrated extensive expertise in caseload management, field investigations, risk assessment, and compliance monitoring. Throughout her career, Moore has supervised diverse and high-risk populations, coordinated multidisciplinary case planning, and contributed to enhanced public safety through effective supervision and evidence-based practices.

In addition to her frontline experience, Moore held leadership roles, including Parole Commander, overseeing a parole office dedicated to supervising a specialized female population, utilizing gender-responsive and trauma-informed practices. In this capacity, Moore oversaw daily operations, supervised and trained staff, coordinated investigations related to release planning, and ensured adherence to departmental policies and operational directives. Moore has also represented the parole office in community relations, managed critical incident responses, and supported organizational accountability through performance monitoring and reporting.

Moore has a multidisciplinary background that includes experience as a Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and educator, strengthening her holistic and client-centered approach to supervision and rehabilitation. Moore holds a Master of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, and multiple professional certifications. Moore is also an active member of the American Probation and Parole Association (APPA).