Corrections Sergeant: Lead Prison Operations & Security

SDFM; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 58,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension plan

FSA accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Job summary

Lancaster County Prison seeks a Corrections Sergeant to supervise the correctional officer staff and oversee operations of a 24/7 facility. You will coordinate inmate movement, new commitments and releases, and ensure enforcement of prison policies and procedures.

Salary is negotiable based on experience. The role reports to the shift commander with a focus on security, staff performance, and daily reporting, within a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 18+ months experience as a Correctional Officer or related field.
• Pre-Employment qualification: Agility, Educational, and Psychological Testing.
• Certification in OC, Axon Camera, Taser and related equipment to be used in supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the staff and activities in a corrections facility.
• Maintain facility security and staffing levels; manage schedules and overtime.
• Ensure staff training and proper conduct; review reports.
• Oversee inmate movement and release; assist with inmate services as needed.

Skills

Evaluate others

Decision making

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prison procedures knowledge

Correctional security posts

Emergency Plans

Labor relations familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lancaster County Prison seeks a Corrections Sergeant to supervise the correctional officer staff and oversee operations of a 24/7 facility. You will coordinate inmate movement, new commitments and releases, and ensure enforcement of prison policies and procedures.

Salary is negotiable based on experience. The role reports to the shift commander with a focus on security, staff performance, and daily reporting, within a comprehensive benefits package.