What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corrections Lieutenant - Nebraska State Penitentiary position at State of Nebraska?
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Lincoln Job Posting Hiring Rate: $37.67 Classification Salary Range: $35.88 - $52.25 Job Posting: JR2023-00001006 Corrections Lieutenant - Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: With a current vacancy at the Nebraska State Penitentiary in Lincoln, NE (a maximum, medium and minimum custody facility), the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Lieutenant. The incumbent will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe." For more information call 402-471-3161. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please call 402-479-5812. DUTIES: Responsible for specific shift of a custody force. Conduct special investigations; 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 & inmate escort, and initial commander in emergency situations. 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. PREFERRED: One year of staff supervisory experience. Experience using KRONOS, or other electronic timekeeping system, in a supervisory capacity. Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. OTHER: Must have valid driver's license. 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. Must be able to work all three shifts to include weekends and holidays. Successful applicant must: 1) be a positive role model; 2) be able to manage and lead staff; 3) promote teamwork, cooperation and collaboration throughout the facility and create a positive work environment; 4) be able to effectively communicate; 5) be able to effectively manage conflict and make decisions; 6) be dependable; and 7) have a demonstrated understanding of the responsibilities of this position. 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. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!
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