Colton Sweeney
By Tammy Wells
Colton Sweeney was promoted to captain at the York County Jail recently, the latest promotion for an officer who began his career as a reserve corrections officer in 2002.
Sheriff William L. King commended Sweeney for distinguishing himself in every capacity at the jail.
“He has been recognized for his work ethic and dedication to the profession, both inside and outside of the county,” said King. He noted Sweeney was named the 2024 Correctional Officer of the Year by the Maine Sheriff’s Association, and internally, was selected winner of the Mat Baker Award that recognizes an individual espousing the values of the late York County Chief Deputy. “Captain Sweeney is a tireless worker and a mentor who will fill a needed void in the York County Jail management.”
Sweeney, 48, grew up in Springvale, graduated from Sanford High School and served six years in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves. He is a graduate of Daniel Webster College, where he earned a degree in aircraft operations – but after the terrorist attacks on Sept 11, 2001, he learned that many engaged in the industry were losing their jobs, exactly at the time he was looking for one.
“I needed a place to work,” he said, so when his brother mentioned that he’d been told there were openings at York County Jail, Sweeney applied, got the job, and found he liked it.
His earliest years at the jail were at a time when there wasn’t much movement in job assignments – and his goal was to advance. He knew he’d have to invest time into moving forward, and he did, working shifts and overtime throughout his career.
“Every day was different,” he said. “It was challenging at times.”
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