Correctional Officer 5 (Lieutenant), South Central Regional Jail & Correctional Facility

West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

County of San Juan is seeking a Correctional Officer at the Lieutenant level in Charleston, West Virginia. The role functions as a shift or unit supervisor within a correctional facility, upholding the safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates in line with established policies and procedures.

The position is full-time and located in Kanawha County, WV, with a posted annual pay range of $37,536.00–$65,020.00. Closing date for applications is November 9, 2026, 11:59 PM Eastern Time.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a shift or unit supervisor within a Correctional Facility and holds the rank of Lieutenant.
• Maintains safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates in accordance with policy and procedure.

Job description

From the posting: Under general supervision, a Correctional Officer in this class functions as a shift or unit supervisor within a Correctional Facility and holds the rank of Lieutenant. Correctional Officers contribute to the public safety mission by providing for the safety and security of the public, staff, and inmates ensuring the care, custody, and control along with compliance with policy and procedure.

Location: Charleston, West Virginia

Pay (as posted): $37,536.00 – $65,020.00 Annually

Schedule / appointment: Full-Time

• Closing date (per the posting): 11/9/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
• Per the posting, this class functions as a shift or unit supervisor and holds the rank of Lieutenant
• Location per the posting: Kanawha County, WV
• Job number RJ27SCJ12 PSA

Verified open on the agency’s official job posting (GovernmentJobs.com / NEOGOV) on Oct 27, 2026 (ET).