Corrections Lieutenant - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution
About The Position
The Tecumseh State Correctional Institution, Tecumseh, NE (a maximum, medium and minimum custody facility), is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Lieutenant. We are seeking a transformational leader who brings performance-based management skills, a commitment to servant leadership, and the drive to inspire a culture of trust, creativity and commitment to the critical work of this agency and those it serves. The incumbent will model the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe." For more information call 402-335-5998. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected].
Requirements
- Post-high school coursework/training in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral field and three years of progressively responsible corrections experience.
- Experience or coursework/training in supervision and leadership.
- Must be able to legally possess firearms and ammunition.
- Must have a valid driver's license.
- Must be able to work any shift with weekends and holidays.
- Successful completion of background check.
- Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test.
- Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Nice To Haves
- One year of supervisory experience.
- Experience using KRONOS, or other electronic timekeeping system, in a supervisory capacity.
- Report writing experience and managing rosters.
- Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for specific shift of a custody force.
- Conduct special investigations and resolve problems between inmates.
- Supervise the performance of all assigned security staff, and indirect supervision of other institutional staff.
- Conduct roll call and handle administrative paperwork.
- Supervise custody activities such as searches, institutional tours, visitor and inmate escort, and initial commander in emergency situations.
- Formulates and writes necessary reports involving incidents and activities during assigned shift.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
- Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
