Corrections Lieutenant: Lead Shift & Safety

Commonwealth of Kentucky; West Liberty (KY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections in West Liberty, KY, is seeking a Correctional Lieutenant to oversee daily operations, supervise Sergeants and Officers, and manage security and safety protocols within a state correctional facility.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities, with responsibilities spanning training, investigations, and incident reporting in a high-risk environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in corrections, law enforcement, criminal justice, or related field.
• Substitution of education for experience allowed: Associate degree substitutes for six months; Bachelor's substitutes for one year.
• Must meet age and licensure requirements as described in the ad.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and assigns correctional sergeants and officers.
• Plans shift coverage for facility operations.
• Investigates reported incidents and submits written reports.
• Serves as shift supervisor in absence of the Captain.
• Monitors staff expenditures and maintenance costs.
• Responds to emergencies and maintains safety procedures.
• Completes disciplinary, grievance, or theft investigations as assigned.
• Ensures timely completion of all required reports and evaluations.

Skills

Corrections experience

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree substitution

Bachelor's degree substitution

DJJ Training Academy completion

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Corrections in West Liberty, KY, is seeking a Correctional Lieutenant to oversee daily operations, supervise Sergeants and Officers, and manage security and safety protocols within a state correctional facility.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities, with responsibilities spanning training, investigations, and incident reporting in a high-risk environment.