Juvenile Correctional Lieutenant — Lead Unit Supervisor

Georgia Department of Revenue; Claxton (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice in Claxton, GA seeks a Juvenile Correctional Lieutenant to oversee a unit at Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center. You will supervise staff, ensure safety and custody of youth, and enforce facility rules while modeling professional behavior.

The role requires a High school diploma or GED, and POST certification within six months; military experience or prior JCO sergeant may be considered. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience as a Juvenile Correctional Officer Sergeant (PSP223) or equivalent.
• Alternative: Two years of military experience at rank E-5 or higher.
• Must possess and maintain State of Georgia P.O.S.T. certification within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Safety and Custody: Assuming responsibility for the custody and care of youth through adherence to department policies and standard operating procedures.
• Behavioral Management: Maintaining order by intervening in inappropriate behavior and through active supervision.
• Supervision: Planning and supervising the work of assigned staff, including training, selecting, and orienting new subordinates.
• Administrative Tasks: Completing paperwork, maintaining records, and developing work and security procedures.
• Security Operations: Supervising contraband searches, inspections, and maintaining control over logs, keys, tools, and weapons.
• Compliance: Enforcing all facility rules and reviewing youth information to identify issues requiring special attention.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice in Claxton, GA seeks a Juvenile Correctional Lieutenant to oversee a unit at Claxton Regional Youth Detention Center. You will supervise staff, ensure safety and custody of youth, and enforce facility rules while modeling professional behavior.

The role requires a High school diploma or GED, and POST certification within six months; military experience or prior JCO sergeant may be considered. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive benefits.