Lieutenant of Correctional Officers

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice; Kyle (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department Of Criminal Justice in Kyle, TX is seeking a hard‑nosed Lieutenant of Correctional Officers to lead and mentor our on‑duty teams. This full‑time, on‑site role oversees staff, post assignments, shift scheduling, and incident response to ensure safe and orderly facility operations.

You will monitor compliance with regulations, document incidents, and support investigations while coordinating with other facility leaders to maintain a respectful environment for staff and

Job description

Lieutenant of Correctional Officers is a full-time, on-site leadership role located in Kyle, TX. This position oversees correctional staff, support services, and security posts, ensuring safe, secure, and orderly facility operations. The lieutenant supervises daily activities such as shift scheduling, post assignments, and incident response, and provides guidance and training to correctional officers on policies, procedures, and safety standards. The role includes monitoring compliance with TDCJ regulations, conducting inspections, documenting incidents and disciplinary actions, and supporting investigations as needed. The lieutenant collaborates with other facility leadership to address operational issues, support rehabilitative programs, and maintain a professional, respectful environment for staff and incarcerated individuals.