Corrections Unit Caseworker - Lincoln Area

State-of-Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Free basic life insurance

State-matched retirement

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation and sick leave

13 holidays

Military leave

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

State of Nebraska is seeking a Corrections Unit Caseworker in Lincoln to oversee inmate work assignments and evaluate performance while ensuring safety and adherence to rules. The role supports treatment planning and requires careful reporting on inspections and progress.

The position requires an associate degree or two years of related experience, is open to individuals 18 or older, and prefers bilingual English/Spanish candidates with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field or two years of related experience.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Transcripts may be required at time of appointment.
• Applicants must pass medical exam and drug test when applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assign, schedule, and oversee inmate work to meet timelines and quality standards.
• Monitor, document, and report inmate performance, training needs, and behavior.
• Train inmates in sanitation tasks and inspect living areas for safety and cleanliness.
• Write reports on inspections, grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance.
• Observe inmate behavior, address issues, and provide orientation on rules and expectations.
• Assist in developing treatment plans by researching backgrounds and counseling inmates.
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain order.
• Participate in disciplinary hearings and recommend corrective actions or program changes.
• Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Associate's degree or two years' related experience

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Correctional Services - Agency 46Location:Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$31.520Job Posting:JR2026-00028978 Corrections Unit Caseworker - Lincoln Area (Evergreen) (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):Job Description:Are you looking for a position that offers a competitive salary with advancement opportunities and benefits?• medical/dental/vision insurance• free basic life insurance• 156% state-matched retirement• 100% tuition assistance• paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately• 13 holidays• military leave• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal governmentInformation about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information about this position, please call 402-479-6248 or 402-479-3233. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [e-mail]:• Assign, schedule, and oversee inmate work to meet timelines and quality standards.• Monitor, document, and report inmate performance, training needs, and behavior.• Train inmates in sanitation tasks and inspect living areas for safety and cleanliness.• Write reports on inspections, grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance.• Observe inmate behavior, address issues, and provide orientation on rules and expectations.• Assist in developing treatment plans by researching backgrounds and counseling inmates.• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain order.• Participate in disciplinary hearings and recommend corrective actions or program changes.• Work includes mandatory and voluntary overtime, covering all shifts, weekends, and holidays.Requirements/QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system. Must be at least 18 years of age. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.Preferred: Bilingual skills in English and Spanish desired and assessed.Other: Must have a valid driver's license. Transcripts required at time of appointment. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.