Lead Correctional Operations Lieutenant

City-of-Hampton,-Va; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lieutenant at the City of Hampton Sheriff’s Office will supervise Sergeants and Deputies on assigned shifts, overseeing daily operations and inmate supervision to maintain safety and order. Role emphasizes compliance with laws, policies, and accreditation standards, while guiding staff through training and performance evaluations.

The position requires leadership in emergency response, incident management, and staffing logistics to support efficient operations within a modern correctional

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Minimum of four (4) years of supervisory experience in a correctional or law enforcement environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Sergeants and Deputies during assigned shifts.
• Oversee daily correctional operations and inmate supervision.
• Conduct facility inspections, review reports, and ensure compliance.
• Lead emergency response efforts and critical incident management.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate staff performance.
• Manage staffing schedules, assignments, and operational readiness.
• Ensure adherence to policies, accreditation standards, and legal requirements.
• Maintain safety, security, and order within the facility.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Emergency response

Staff training

Inmate supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

The Lieutenant at the City of Hampton Sheriff’s Office will supervise Sergeants and Deputies on assigned shifts, overseeing daily operations and inmate supervision to maintain safety and order. Role emphasizes compliance with laws, policies, and accreditation standards, while guiding staff through training and performance evaluations.

The position requires leadership in emergency response, incident management, and staffing logistics to support efficient operations within a modern correctional