Correctional Lieutenant

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Lyndon, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks a Correctional Lieutenant to supervise institutional operations and juvenile activities, provide guidance to staff, and help support juveniles’ safety, development, and rehabilitation. The role requires maturity, reliability, self-discipline, leadership, and respectful treatment of staff, youth, and others. Career growth is encouraged through training and mentoring opportunities. The position is based at a juvenile detention facility in Louisville, Kentucky. It is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week role eligible for overtime pay. The position is designated for mandatory operations and is not eligible for Adverse Weather Leave. The employee may be required to work overtime and any shift as needed. Successful completion of the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy is required within six months of employment; academy training includes on-the-job training and four weeks at the Louisville training location, with overnight lodging and travel provided for the ACT. Applicants must pass a physical examination and be able to perform the essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation. The work environment is hazardous because it involves a state correctional or juvenile detention facility and may include hazards associated with operating a motor vehicle for transportation services. Employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis under applicable laws.

Requirements

High school graduation.
Two years of experience in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, social work involving rehabilitation of offenders, or supervision and care of young adults ages 12–21 in a residential, correctional, group home, detention, or day treatment program, or a combination of these.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must successfully complete the Department of Juvenile Justice Training Academy within six months of employment.
Must maintain any required licenses, certifications, or other credentials for the length of employment.
Must successfully pass a physical examination and be able to perform all essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Supervise institutional operations and supervise a shift in the absence of a Shift Captain.
Supervise and monitor juveniles’ activities, address routine disciplinary problems, and investigate unusual occurrences.
Co-lead group counseling sessions for assigned juveniles.
Maintain shift logs of juvenile activities, notify supervisors of issues, and complete incident reports and other documentation as needed.
Assist juveniles with complaint procedures and ensure they understand their rights, policies, and procedures.
Provide guidance and informal counseling to Correctional Officers.
Transport juveniles as needed.
Perform routine building maintenance and housekeeping, and notify supervisors of needed corrections.
Attend staff meetings, case conferences, and assigned trainings.
Assist youth with recreational and work-related projects, including associated physical efforts.