The Peru Gazette

May 14, 2026 – Clinton County, NY – The Clinton County Legislature is pleased to announce the appointment of April Hamilton as the County’s new Probation Director following the retirement of longtime Probation Director David Marcoux.

Hamilton brings more than 25 years of professional experience, including over 22 years with the Clinton County Probation Department. Throughout her tenure, she has served in numerous roles including Probation Supervisor, Senior Probation Officer, Diversion Specialist, and Domestic Violence Unit Officer. She has extensive experience supervising both adult and juvenile probation matters, conducting investigations, overseeing staff development and training, implementing programs and policies, and ensuring compliance with New York State probation standards.

In her current role as Probation Supervisor, Hamilton oversees multiple divisions and staff members within the department, including probation officers, court referral specialists, and probation assistants. She has also served as the department’s Staff Development Officer since 2022 and Data Quality Control Officer since 2019. Her professional background includes specialized experience in counseling, crisis intervention, program development, case management, and community collaboration.

Hamilton holds a Master of Science degree and is both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC).

“April Hamilton has built an impressive career within the Clinton County Probation Department and has earned the respect of her colleagues, community partners, and the Legislature through her professionalism, leadership, and commitment to public service,” said Clinton County Legislature Chairman Mark Henry (Chazy, R- Area 3). “Her experience and dedication make her the right person to lead the department forward, and we are confident she will continue to serve the residents of Clinton County with integrity and compassion. On behalf of the Clinton County Legislature, I would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to David Marcoux for his many years of dedicated service and steady leadership within the department. His commitment, professionalism, and contributions over the years have made a lasting impact, and we wish him all the best in a truly well-earned retirement.”

Public Safety Committee Chairman Kevin Randall (Morrisonville, R- Area 5) also praised Hamilton’s appointment and recognized Marcoux’s years of service to the County.

“April knows the department, knows the work, and has put in a lot of years serving Clinton County,” said Randall. “She’s worked her way up through the ranks and has a good handle on both the day-to-day operations and the people she works with. I think she’ll do a great job leading the department moving forward. We also thank David for his many years of service to the county and wish him nothing but the best in retirement.”

Marcoux retires following a long and distinguished career with Clinton County, during which he demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, and commitment to both the Probation Department and the residents of Clinton County. His contributions to the criminal justice system, collaborative partnerships with departments and community organizations, and dedication to public service have made a lasting impact on the organization and community.

“April Hamilton’s extensive experience, leadership, and longstanding commitment to the Clinton County Probation Department make her exceptionally well-qualified to serve as the County’s next Probation Director,” said Clinton County Administrator Christine Peters. “Throughout her career, April has demonstrated professionalism, compassion, and a strong dedication to both public service and the individuals and families served by the department. We are excited to see her step into this leadership role and are confident the department will continue to thrive under her direction. We also extend our sincere appreciation to David Marcoux for his many years of dedicated service to Clinton County and wish him all the best in his retirement.”

Please join Clinton County in congratulating April Hamilton on her appointment and wishing David Marcoux a happy and well-deserved retirement.