Correctional Lieutenant

Georgia Department of Corrections; Davisboro (GA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Corrections is seeking a Correctional Lieutenant to supervise security operations across facilities. This role requires overseeing housing units, offender work details, perimeter security, and back gate procedures, ensuring safety and order.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, Georgia P.O.S.T. certification, and one year of experience at the lower-level Sergeant level or equivalent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with Georgia P.O.S.T. certification.
• One year of experience at the lower level Correctional Sergeant (PSP064) or position equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Supervise correctional officers across housing units, offender work details, perimeter security and back gate security.
• Ensure safety, order and proper adherence to procedures across facilities.

Skills

First-line supervisor

P.O.S.T. certification

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree in criminal justice

Job description

Georgia Department of Corrections Careers

JOB CODE

TITLE

POSITION #

POSITION

POSTING BEGIN

POSTING END

PSP065 Correctional Lieutenant 00115164 Unclassified 11/02/2026 11/16/2026

Jobcode

PSP065

Job Category

Corrections

Entry Salary

$60,628.93

Pay Grade Max

$72,300.95

Minimum Qualification

High school diploma/GED, Georgia P.O.S.T. certification, and one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Correctional Sergeant (PSP064) or position equivalent.

Preferred Qualification

Six months experience as a first-line supervisor of correctional officers assigned to a variety of security posts such as housing units, offender work details, perimeter security, back gate security, etc. This preferred experience may be included in the one year of full-time experience as a Sergeant; OID Sergeant; or Sergeant, Construction Services; necessary to meet the minimum qualifications. Or completion of at least an Associate's degree in criminal justice, psychology, sociology, or a directly related field.