Corrections Lieutenant - Omaha Correctional Center
LocationOmaha, NE
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 6, 2026 · 6d ago
Verified live12h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have11
Post-high school coursework/training in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral field
Three years of progressively responsible corrections experience
Experience or coursework/training in supervision and leadership
Successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program
Be a positive role model
Be able to manage and lead staff
Promote teamwork, cooperation and collaboration
Be able to effectively communicate
Be able to effectively manage conflict and make decisions
Be dependable
Demonstrated understanding of responsibilities of this position
Nice to have3
One year of staff supervisory experience
Experience using KRONOS, or other electronic timekeeping system, in a supervisory capacity
Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services
Eligibility5
Must be able to legally possess firearms and ammunition
Must have valid driver's license
Pass pre-employment medical exam
Pass drug test at randomly announced time
Must be able to work all three shifts to include weekends and holidays
Skills
KRONOS
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement
Professional development
Paid time off
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location:
Omaha, NE
Hiring Rate:
$40.476
Job Posting:
About the role
JR2026-00029666 Corrections Lieutenant - Omaha Correctional Center (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
10-16-2026
Job Description:
We are seeking a transformational leader who brings performance-based management skills, a commitment to servant leadership, and the drive to inspire a culture of trust, creativity and commitment to the critical work of this agency and those it serves.
The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) operates institutions statewide housing approximately 5,200 inmates. The department’s focus includes inmate programming and education, physical and behavioral health care, re-entry services, and community programs, and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov.
With a current vacancy at the Omaha Correctional Center (a maximum, medium and minimum custody facility), NDCS is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Lieutenant. The incumbent will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, “Keep people safe.”
For more information call 402-522-7087. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at [email protected]
Responsibilities
DUTIES:
*Responsible for specific shift of a custody force.
*Conduct special investigations; resolve problems between inmates.
*Supervise the performance of all assigned security staff, and indirect supervision of other institutional staff.
*Conduct roll call and handle administrative paperwork.
*Supervise custody activities such as searches, institutional tours, visitor & inmate escort.
*Serve as initial commander in emergency situations.
*Formulates and writes necessary reports involving incidents and activities during assigned shift, i.e. counts, log sheets, incident reports, disciplinary actions, etc.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Post-high school coursework/training in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral field and three years of progressively responsible corrections experience. Experience or coursework/training in supervision and leadership. Must be able to legally possess firearms and ammunition.
Preferred Qualifications: One year of staff supervisory experience. Experience using KRONOS, or other electronic timekeeping system, in a supervisory capacity. Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.
Other: Must have 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. Must be able to work all three shifts to include weekends and holidays.
Successful applicant must: 1) be a positive role model; 2) be able to manage and lead staff; 3) promote teamwork, cooperation and collaboration throughout the facility and create a positive work environment; 4) be able to effectively communicate; 5) be able to effectively manage conflict and make decisions; 6) be dependable; and 7) have a demonstrated understanding of the responsibilities of this position.
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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.