J. Ronald Haws, Commissioner

Ron Haws has been named Acting Commissioner for the Department of Juvenile Justice.  

Prior to the appointment, Haws was the Western Kentucky Regional Director for the Department of Juvenile Justice, and is a former Facilities Regional Administrator with the agency.   In addition, he has served in several capacities with the Illinois Department of Corrections' Juvenile Division, including Superintendent and District Parole Supervisor.  

A graduate of Bradley University with a Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling, Haws has taught school and coached football, and served as Director of Youth Services for Peoria, Illinois.