Correctional Sergeant: Lead Custody & Security

Management & Training Corporation; Henderson (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental benefits

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability benefits

401(k) plan

EAP

PTO & Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Job summary

Management & Training Corporation is seeking a Sergeant at the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas. You will lead custody operations, supervise staff, and ensure safety and discipline in alignment with MTC and TDCJ directives.

The role requires leadership, vigilance, and the ability to manage inmate interactions, conduct searches, and coordinate transportation while maintaining detailed records and compliance with policy.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Two years full-time, wage-earning correctional custody or law enforcement experience.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise designated employees.
• Responsible for the custody and discipline of Inmates in the facility in compliance with MTC and TDCJ directives.
• Supervise, protect, instruct, train, counsel and evaluate assigned employees.
• Provide for the care, custody and adherence to rules and regulations of Inmates assigned to specific work area.
• Supervise and provide custody and security of Inmates including observation of Inmates and Inmates assigned to work duty.
• Read, review and apply information from Inmate records related to health, safety and security.
• Supervise the preparation and maintenance of records, forms and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Inmate management

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years correctional custody or law enforcement experience

Job description

Management & Training Corporation is seeking a Sergeant at the East Texas Treatment Facility in Henderson, Texas. You will lead custody operations, supervise staff, and ensure safety and discipline in alignment with MTC and TDCJ directives.

The role requires leadership, vigilance, and the ability to manage inmate interactions, conduct searches, and coordinate transportation while maintaining detailed records and compliance with policy.