Correction Lieutenant - 20029016

State of Ohio • Dayton, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an internal posting for ODRC employees only. External applicants will not be considered. The Correction Lieutenant supervises correction officers (CO’s) and Correction Sergeants/Counselors assigned to one or more posts/areas or special duty. They instruct and evaluate CO’s, assign staff to posts, and enforce post orders and assignments. The Lieutenant ensures CO’s and correction sergeants/counselors are alert, attentive, and properly placed by inspecting each post. They enforce the utilization of body-worn cameras with CO’s and ensure the proper utilization of body scanners on the incarcerated population. This role conducts surveillance security of the institution and property, prevents escapes, apprehends escapees, and prevents incidents that threaten the security and safety of the facility, incarcerated population, staff, or the general public. This may involve using physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms, and/or other force to detain or secure incarcerated persons. The Lieutenant makes constant rounds to inspect cells, shops, recreation areas, and dining rooms for cleanliness, compliance with safety regulations, possible contraband, and general security. They monitor and direct custody operations during inmate movements and attend monthly unit meetings, assisting the Correction Specialist in supervising Correction Officers. The role assists in supervising and/or arranging for the supervision of meaningful activities, and helps develop and enforce memorandums of understanding between service departments and units. They respond to staff concerns and ensure the availability and utilization of personnel protective equipment (PPE) for Correction Officers. The Lieutenant responds to the needs of incarcerated persons, manages disputes, and seeks resolution involving the incarcerated population, reporting complaints of abuse by employees. They participate in a team approach to unit planning, operation, and problem-solving, and respond to emergencies and security alerts. This role gathers information and writes reports covering accidents, fires, and employee and inmate disciplinary actions. They complete employee and incarcerated worker performance evaluations and schedule work assignments, population bed movement, meals, educational, and recreational activities. The Lieutenant serves on rules infraction boards or other committees as required and ensures the safety and security of equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• 2 years of training or 2 years of experience in enforcement of security measures for detention of felons or consumers who are criminally insane in a controlled environment
• 6 months of training or 6 months of experience in supervisory principles/techniques or providing work direction & training to other employees
• If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of revised code, applicants must also have a commercial driver's license.
• Or high school diploma or G.E.D.; 12 months experience as Correction Sergeant/ Counselor, 46532.
• If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of revised code, applicants must also have a commercial driver's license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
• Job Skills: Corrections, Emergency Management, Basic Documentation, Scheduling, Computer Literacy, Leading Others, Coaching, Adaptability, Verbal Communication and Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Supervises correction officers (CO’s) and Correction Sergeants/Counselors assigned to one or more posts/areas or special duty (e.g. tool control, armory, count office, mail room, transportation, visitation)
• Instructs and evaluates CO’s
• Assigns staff to posts
• Enforces post orders assignments
• Ensures CO’s and correction sergeants/counselors are alert, attentive and properly placed at their respective posts by inspecting each post
• Enforces the utilization of body worn cameras with CO’s and ensures the proper utilization of body scanners on the incarcerated population
• Conducts surveillance security of institution and property
• Prevents escapes, apprehends escapees, and/or prevents incidents which threaten the security and safety of the facility/incarcerated population/staff or general public which includes when necessary using physical force, unarmed self-defense, firearms and/or other force to detain or secure incarcerated persons
• Makes constant rounds to inspect cells, shops, recreation areas, and dining rooms for cleanliness, compliance with safety regulations, possible contraband and general security
• Monitors and directs custody operations during movement of inmates to meals, infirmary, schools, worksites, and other locations
• Attends monthly unit meetings and assists the Correction Specialist in supervising Correction Officers in the unit in accordance with the unit plan
• Assists in supervising and/or arranging for the supervision of meaningful activities
• Assists in the development and enforcement of memorandums of understanding between service departments and the units; responds to the concerns of staff
• Ensures the availability and utilization of personnel protective equipment (PPE) for Correction Officers
• Responds to the needs of incarcerated persons
• Manages disputes and seeks resolution involving incarcerated population and reports complaints of abuse by employees
• Participates in team approach to unit planning, operation and problem solving; responds to emergencies and security alerts
• Gathers information and writes reports covering accidents, fires, and employee and inmate’s disciplinary actions
• Completes employee and incarcerated worker performance evaluations
• Schedules work assignments, population bed movement, meals, educational and recreational activities
• Serves on rules infraction board or other committees as required
• Ensures safety and security of equipment and supplies (e.g., radios, vehicles, restraint devices, body worn cameras, body scanners, mailroom scanner, computers)
• Makes periodic rounds

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED