ATLANTA ~ Atlanta - After more than 37 years of dedicated service to the state, Department of Community Supervision (DCS) Commissioner Michael Nail has announced his retirement on October 1. Governor Brian P. Kemp made the announcement today, praising Nail for his leadership and commitment to public safety.

Nail was the first commissioner to lead the department since its inception in 2015 and played a crucial role in its development and vision. His extensive career in public safety included multiple senior leadership roles at the Department of Corrections and the State Board of Pardons and Paroles.

Governor Kemp expressed his gratitude for Nail's hard work and dedication, stating, "Marty and I want to thank Commissioner Nail for his years of devoted service protecting the people and communities of Georgia. His leadership at the Department of Community Supervision has made our state safer, and we are grateful for the many long days and nights of work he put in to ensure the success of that mission."

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In addition to announcing Nail's retirement, Governor Kemp also revealed that he will appoint Scott Maurer as the new DCS Commissioner on October 1. Maurer currently serves as Chief of Staff for the agency and has held multiple executive roles within Georgia's public safety community.

Governor Kemp praised Maurer's experience and qualifications, saying, "Marty and I also want to thank Scott Maurer for his willingness to take on this new role. Having also been a key partner in the launch of DCS, his years of work and leadership in law enforcement will serve him well as he carries on the department's legacy of professionalism and reliable public safety."

Maurer has been with DCS since its inception in 2015, aiding in overseeing day-to-day operations at one of the nation's largest community supervision agencies. He has been serving the State of Georgia since 2001, previously working with both the Department of Corrections and State Board of Pardons & Paroles.

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In addition to his professional accomplishments, Maurer also holds leadership positions on various committees, including Chairman of the Probable Cause Committee for the Georgia Peace Officers Standards and Training Council (POST) and the Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee. He is also a member of the POST Council Executive Committee, the National Institute of Corrections, and the Crime Victims Compensation Board.

Maurer's qualifications include a Master's in Public Administration and a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice. He is also a graduate of the Georgia Law Enforcement Command College and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. He and his wife, Monica, are proud parents of two children.

As Nail prepares to retire and Maurer takes on his new role as DCS Commissioner, Governor Kemp expressed his well wishes for both men and their families. "We wish him, Candy, and their family continued health and happiness in the years ahead," said Governor Kemp. The state of Georgia looks forward to seeing Maurer continue to uphold the department's mission of ensuring public safety for all its citizens.

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