Deputy Inspector - Disciplinary Appeals - Central Office
LocationLincoln, NE
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 6, 2026 · 5d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have4
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field plus two years’ corrections experience
Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field plus four years’ experience
Six years corrections experience
Must have a valid driver's license
Nice to have4
Experience with inmate disciplinary or similar process
Experience writing policy documents and reports
Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar computer programs
Completion of leadership development programs/training
Eligibility2
Applicants accepting a job offer must pass pre-employment medical exam and drug test
Must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program including CPR, first aid, and self-defense tactics
Skills
Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement
Paid time off
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$28.131
Job Posting:
JR2026-00028578 Deputy Inspector - Disciplinary Appeals - Central Office (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description:
About the role
The Deputy Inspector – Disciplinary Appeals manages an extremely important set of processes for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) and must effectively collaborate with multiple constituents. The Deputy Inspector – Disciplinary Appeals is the person primarily responsible for the management and processing of incarcerated-persons misconduct appeals.
The Deputy Inspector – Disciplinary Appeals must be confident, collaborative, and detail oriented. They must have knowledge of law, law enforcement, and correctional-institution operations. They must be capable of conducting training sessions for appeals committees.
For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected].
This position serves as the subject matter expert in the area of inmate disciplinary procedure appeals. Job duties include:
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Ensure compliance with timelines of the appeal responses and deadlines.
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Ensure established policies and procedures are followed at all correctional facilities.
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Consult with and advise agency staff at all levels regarding the appeal process and responses within the law and draft appeal responses.
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Serve as the Department’s liaison with U.S. District Courts, the Attorney General’s Office and other State agencies regarding inmate appeal matters.
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Additional duties as assigned within the job classification.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field, plus two years’ corrections experience; OR Associate’s degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field plus four years’ experience; OR six years corrections experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience with inmate disciplinary or similar process. Experience writing policy documents and reports. Experience with Word, Excel, PowerPoint or similar computer programs. Completion of leadership development programs/training.
Other: Must have a valid driver’s license. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: 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 to include CPR, first aid, and self-defense tactics.
Hiring process
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Benefits
We 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#benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
The 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.