Corrections Shift Leader — Transformational Leadership

State-of-Nebraska; McCook (NE); On-site; USD 115,718,000 - 132,938,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nebraska is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant for the WEC Detention Facility in McCook, NE. The role requires leading a custody shift and ensuring safety and security protocols are followed.

The position emphasizes performance-based management and servant leadership to foster trust and a culture of accountability. Preferred candidates have supervisory experience, firearms eligibility, and a background check clearance.

Qualifications

• Post-high school coursework in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral field; 3 years corrections experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a specific shift of custody staff.
• Conduct investigations and resolve inmate problems.
• Supervise security staff and indirect supervision of other staff.
• Manage roll calls and required administrative paperwork.
• Oversee custody activities such as searches, tours, visitor/inmate escort, and initial command in emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Criminal Justice knowledge

Education

Post-high school coursework in Criminal Justice

Tools

Kronos

Job description

State of Nebraska is seeking a Corrections Lieutenant for the WEC Detention Facility in McCook, NE. The role requires leading a custody shift and ensuring safety and security protocols are followed.

The position emphasizes performance-based management and servant leadership to foster trust and a culture of accountability. Preferred candidates have supervisory experience, firearms eligibility, and a background check clearance.