Correctional Lieutenant

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a Correctional Lieutenant in Newport, KY to supervise institutional operations, lead shifts in the absence of a Shift Captain, and co-lead group counseling sessions for youth in the Department of Juvenile Justice. The role emphasizes monitoring activities, handling disciplinary issues, and ensuring accurate incident reporting.

This executive‑branch, full‑time position requires maturity, reliability, and leadership, with the aim of guiding youth toward positive

Responsibilities

• Serves as supervisor of institutional operations and supervises a shift in the absence of a ShiftCaptain, co-leads group counseling sessions and supervises and monitors activities of juveniles within the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
• Supervises and monitors activities of DJJ juveniles; handles routine disciplinary problems and investigates all unusual occurrences; co-leads group counseling sessions for assigned juveniles.
• Maintains shift logs on juvenile's activities and notifies supervisors of issues; completes incident reports and other documentation as needed; assists juveniles in complaint procedures.

Job description

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9/10/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Job ID

2604676

Correctional Lieutenant

Pay Grade

12

Salary

$47,346.72 Annually

Locality Premium – $5.23 per hour

Shift Premium - $2.13 an hour between 3:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Shift Premium $1.13 an hour between 11:01 p.m. and 6:59 a.m.

Weekend Premium - $2.13 per hour

Holiday Premium - $2.13 per hour

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Justice & Public Safety Cabinet | Department of Juvenile Justice

Location

590 Columbia Street
Newport, KY 41071 USA

Description

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice is a multi-faceted agency that serves juveniles of theCommonwealth. While striving to hold youth accountable for their actions, the Department creates opportunitiesfor sentenced, committed, probated, or detained youth to develop social and career skills that will equip themfor re-entry into their communities as productive and responsible citizens.

The Kentucky Department of Juvenile Justice seeks to serve youth in the least restrictive, appropriateplacement possible. We aspire to be a premier team of professionals committed to providing life-changingservices resulting in the positive transformation of children, families, and communities.

For more information about the Department of Juvenile Justice, please visit: https://djj.ky.gov

This is a highly responsible position in the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet. The employee is expected toperform all duties to the best of their ability, act in a responsible manner at all times, demonstrateleadership qualities, and treat all staff, youth, and persons with respect. This is a demanding position thatrequires maturity, reliability, and self-discipline. Career growth and advancement are encouraged throughtraining and mentoring opportunities.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due toother applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis.

If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact foradditional information

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as supervisor of institutional operations and supervises a shift in the absence of a ShiftCaptain, co-leads group counseling sessions and supervises and monitors activities of juveniles within theDepartment of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
• Supervises and monitors activities of DJJ juveniles; handles routine disciplinary problems andinvestigates all unusual occurrences; co-leads group counseling sessions for assigned juveniles.
• Maintains shift logs on juvenile's activities and notifies supervisors of issues; completes incidentreports and other documentation as needed; assists juveniles in complaint procedures.