Corrections Lieutenant

St. Louis County Courts; Missouri; On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Louis County Justice Services is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant to lead a correctional shift, overseeing that staff and inmates are secure and operations run smoothly on site at the Justice Center.

You will direct first-line supervisors, coordinate daily activities, and ensure compliance with policies and standards while promoting safety, accountability, and professional behavior among the team.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to thirty credit hours in the behavioral sciences, criminology or corrections.
• Three years of work experience.
• CPR and First Aid certification from the American Red Cross.
• Some positions require Type III Alco Analyzer and Breathalyzer operator's permit.
• Some positions require REJIS certification.
• Some positions require weapon qualification.

Responsibilities

• Act as first-line response for assigned shift within Correctional facility.
• Monitor shift operations to ensure proper shift coverage to ensure jail security.
• Investigate disturbances, grievances and rule and regulation infractions by inmates and officers.
• Inspect facility and equipment for contraband, cleanliness, and maintenance requirements.
• Enforce rules and regulations to ensure adherence to policy and procedures.
• Assist with employee development, retention evaluation and training of lower workers.
• Maintains attendance records, performances logs and schedules.
• Prepare activity reports.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Driver's License

Education

30 credits in behavioral sciences / criminology / corrections

Tools

Type III Alco Analyzer permit

Breathalyzer operator permit

REJIS certification

Weapon qualification

Job description

Corrections Lieutenant### Corrections LieutenantApply: On Site: Justice Center: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: December 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply): JR252**Discover Your Future with Opportunity Central!****Job Description Summary:**Are you an experienced corrections leader seeking an opportunity to make a greater impact on facility operations, staff development, and public safety? Do you excel in a fast-paced environment where sound judgment, leadership, and accountability are critical to success? Join St. Louis County Justice Services as a Corrections Lieutenant and play an essential role in the safe and effective operation of our correctional facility. As a Corrections Lieutenant, you will provide leadership and oversight of correctional operations during your assigned shift, ensuring the safety and security of staff, inmates, and visitors. This position serves as a key member of the facility's supervisory team, directing first-line supervisors and correctional staff, coordinating operational activities, addressing complex incidents, and ensuring compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and correctional standards.**Job Description:****Why Join St. Louis County Justice Services?** **Salary:** Pay range is $29.42 hourly ($61,193.60 annually) - $44.14 hourly ($91,811.20 annually) and will be based on experience and possession of relevant certifications, specialized accreditations, current instructor credentials, and other qualifying achievements. There is also 10% differential paid for working evening or night shifts. **Leadership Impact:** Lead correctional operations, mentor supervisors, and help shape a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence. **Community Contribution**: Support public safety and the effective operation of the criminal justice system through professional correctional management. Play a critical role in maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly correctional environment while supporting the administration of justice. **Professional Growth**: Expand your leadership, operational management, employee development, and incident management skills. **Dynamic Work Environment:** Every shift presents unique challenges and opportunities to apply sound judgment and leadership. **Team-Oriented Culture:** Collaborate with dedicated professionals committed to maintaining security, safety, and high standards of service. **Comprehensive Benefits:** St. Louis County offers a competitive benefits package that includes paid medical insurance, generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, retirement savings options, wellness initiatives, life insurance, disability coverage, and more.**Key Responsibilities:**Act as first-line response for assigned shift within Correctional facility. Monitor shift operations to ensure proper shift coverage to ensure jail security. Investigate disturbances, grievances and rule and regulation infractions by inmates and officers. Inspect facility and equipment for contraband, cleanliness, and maintenance requirements. Enforce rules and regulations to ensure adherence to policy and defined procedures. Assist with employee development, retention evaluation and training of lower workers. Maintains attendance records, performances logs and schedules. Prepare activity reports. **Marginal Functions:**Perform other duties as required or assigned.**Minimum Qualifications:**Equivalent to thirty credit hours in the behavioral sciences, criminology or corrections and three years of work experience. Required to work mandatory overtime and to work on any shift as needed. Possession of a valid Driver's License. Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid from the American Red Cross. Some positions require possession of a Type III Alco? Analyzer and Breathalyzer operator's permit. Some positions require certification as a service user by the Regional Justice Information Service (REJIS). Some positions require qualification with the use of a weapon. **Physical Requirements:**Extensive standing, walking, climbing stairs at least eight times daily per shift, using and lifting emergency equipment (fire extinguisher, AED, pepper spray, taser etc.), bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching overhead, continuously wearing an equipment belt, using a breathing apparatus, listening for possible disturbances, observation of required areas **Pre-Employment Process Requirements:**Applicants will be evaluated based on relevant education, experience, responses to supplemental questions, and other work-related information provided on the application. Resumes are supplementary and do not replace the required application. All candidates will receive notifications regarding application status once determined. Status updates are provided via email and can be found within each candidate’s Workday profile. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to interview. Interview scores will determine the applicant's final grade; a minimum score of 70 is required for hiring consideration. The five highest-ranking candidates will be referred to the Department Director/Appointing Authority for final selection. **Pre-Employment Screening:**Candidates extended a conditional offer must successfully complete all required pre‐employment screenings. These screenings include a drug test administered at no cost to the candidate by a certified laboratory and a background check evaluating the recency and relevance of the candidate’s history to the position. Candidates must complete the drug test within 48 hours of receiving a conditional offer; failure to do so may result in withdrawal of the offer.**At St. Louis County, we're not just about jobs, we're about opportunity.** **Equal Opportunity Employer:** **St. Louis County is committed to fair and equitable employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or political affiliation.** **St. Louis County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the application or hiring process should contact the St. Louis County ADA Coordinator at 314-615-1796 or call Relay MO at 711 or 1-800-735-2966 (TTY) or email** **[e-mail]****.**