Correction Lieutenant -20027546, 20027549

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC); Orient (OH); On-site; USD 73,233,000 - 100,088,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) is seeking an experienced supervisor for the Pickaway Correctional Institution in Orient, OH. The role oversees correction officers, counselors, and sergeants, ensuring posts are staffed and security measures are properly applied, including body worn cameras and scanners.

The position emphasizes instructional leadership, assignment of staff, incident response, and policy enforcement to maintain safety and order within the facility and while

Job description

This is an “internal” posting for ODRC employees. External applicants will not be considered.

What You’ll Do

• 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

High school diploma or G.E.D.; 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in enforcement of security measures for detention of felons or consumers who are criminally insane in controlled environment; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. 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 commercial driver's license.

• Or high school diploma or G.E.D.; 12 mos. exp. as Correction Sergeant/ Counselor, 46532. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of revised code, applicants must also have 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

Organization

Rehabilitation & Correction - Pickaway Correctional Institution

Agency Contact Name and Information

Personnel Director/614-585-5316/[e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 30, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Pickaway Correctional Institut

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Pickaway County-Orient

Compensation

$30.22

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Technical Skills

Basic Documentation, Computer Literacy, Scheduling, Corrections, Emergency Management

Professional Skills

Adaptability, Coaching, Leading Others, Teamwork, Verbal Communication

Who We Are…

Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.

What We Do…

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov

Are You Ready?

We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!