Corrections Lieutenant — Operations & Incident Command

Skagit County; Mount Vernon (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Skagit County is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant to lead the Sheriff’s Office operations within an assigned area. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and coordinate strategic plans while ensuring compliance with policies and laws.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years as a Corrections Sergeant, with college coursework in corrections or management being highly desired. Strong leadership and incident command skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and 2 years of Corrections Sergeant experience.
• College coursework in corrections, law enforcement, management is highly desired.
• Knowledge of budgets, contracts, and grants relevant to operations.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates and supervises operations within assigned areas.
• Directs activities within budget and guides strategic plans.
• Assists in budget preparation and monitors expenditures for efficiency.
• Responds to emergencies and participates in incident command as needed.
• Leads staff development, evaluations, and disciplinary actions when required.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Budget management

Strategic planning

Incident command

Policy compliance

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or GED

2 years as Sheriff’s Office Corrections Sergeant

Job description

Skagit County is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant to lead the Sheriff’s Office operations within an assigned area. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and coordinate strategic plans while ensuring compliance with policies and laws.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2 years as a Corrections Sergeant, with college coursework in corrections or management being highly desired. Strong leadership and incident command skills are essential.