Derrick Lascko began his career as a correction officer and earned his bachelor of science in police adminstration with a minor in counseling in 2006. After academy graduation, he was assigned to EMTC (CIFM), where he diligently worked in various high intensity housing areas, including Admin seg, PC, Category 1, and EMTC punitive segregation unit.

Several years later, Lascko transitioned to the Transportation Division managing the transport of PICs throughout the NYC metropolitan area. His leadership skills were further honed in 2012 when he was accepted into the Hostage Negation Unit, learning the importance of reliability, empathy, patience, and the understanding to deal with persons in crisis.

In 2013, disturbed by ongoing contract and policy violations, Lascko decided to become a COBA Delegate, a role he has held for 8 years. Lascko has generated dozens of grievances with successful results leading to a new locker rooms for the TD, and the reimplementation of cargo pants for the TD and the department. Lascko also circulated a petition to lessen the number of female officers working at NIC with highly sexually assaultive inmates. In addition, Lascko, upon being released to the executive board, has generated over 27 grievances in 30 days, leading to 3 building bathrooms at GRVC being fixed as well as getting the CDU Rec Booth abated.

Lascko has a hands-on personable approach that has consistently provided his officers with the emotional and practical support needed to manage their daily responsibilities effectively while he focuses on delivering real results. As he seeks to continue his service, Lascko is committed to bridging divides while addressing all concerns brought to his attention.