Corrections Captain - Security & Investigations Leader

State-of-Nebraska; McCook (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The WEC Detention Facility in McCook, NE is seeking a Corrections Captain. The role oversees custody staff and facility security, ensuring detainee discipline and firearm controls are maintained. ADA accommodations available; contact Megan Jones for details.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice or related field with 4 years of correctional experience, or similar combinations with supervisory experience. Valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral Science plus four years correctional related experience or an associate’s degree plus six years correctional related experience or High School education or equivalent plus eight years correctional related experience. One year in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, assigns and evaluates the work of subordinate custody/security staff.
• Responsible for all operations, control and security of areas as assigned.
• Inspects all areas within the facility to see that detainee discipline is being maintained.
• Exercises responsibility over the armory and controls the use of all firearms.
• Conducts investigations involving staff, detainees and visitors as assigned.

Job description

The WEC Detention Facility in McCook, NE is seeking a Corrections Captain. The role oversees custody staff and facility security, ensuring detainee discipline and firearm controls are maintained. ADA accommodations available; contact Megan Jones for details.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice or related field with 4 years of correctional experience, or similar combinations with supervisory experience. Valid driver’s license required.