What are the responsibilities and job description for the Correctional Shift/Security Lieutenant position at Franklin County, PA?
Are you a motivated, service-oriented leader with a positive attitude? If so, we want to hear from you! We’re seeking a dedicated individual to supervise correctional officers during an assigned shift. This role is ideal for a proactive, community-minded professional who is ready to lead by example and make a meaningful impact.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and give back to your community, apply today!
Franklin County is a great place to live and work! Nestled between the Blue Ridge and Tuscarora mountains in South Central Pennsylvania but not far from DC, Baltimore and the beaches of the mid-Atlantic, Franklin County is one of the fastest growing counties in the Commonwealth. We want the best people working to serve the 155,000 residents that call this beautiful area "home."
Associates of Arts Degree in administration of justice, criminal justice, law enforcement or related field or equivalent work experience.
Two to five years’ experience in law enforcement, preferable in judicial or corrections departments, plus some experience in coordination of programs; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience.
FRANKLIN COUNTY
CORRECTIONAL SHIFT/SECURITY LIEUTENANT Revised: October 19, 2017
Position Description Supervisory/Exempt
OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB
To supervise correctional officers and correctional sergeants assigned to a particular shift, and to assist the Deputy Warden of Operations, the Major and the Captain of Investigations with motivating and evaluating jail correctional staff, and the Captain with corrections investigations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB
- Oversees and supervises the personnel and general operations of an assigned shift to ensure sound security.
- Conducts group or on-on-one instruction of staff on various jail policies, procedures, and methods.
- Prepares duty assignments of assigned shift.
- Screens and approves/disapproves staff requests for use of accumulated leave.
- Assists the Deputy Warden of Operations, the Major and the Captain of Investigations to ensure the care and custody of inmates and staff.
- May be assigned to act on behalf of the Deputy Warden of Operations, the Major or Captain of Investigations during his/her absence.
- Assists Deputy Warden of Operations with necessary documentation and confidential records of inmates and staff.
- Coordinates and oversees methods and tactical strategies used to quell disturbances.
- Performs duties of Sergeant/Corrections Officer as needed.
- Assists Correctional Officers in emergency and non-emergency situations, reacting quickly as the situation warrants.
- Interacts daily with internal and external departments, agencies and the general public.
- Maintains and operates the Integrator Security System.
- Acts as primary technical resource.
- Maintains application environment integrity.
- Acts as the network security administrator responsible for issuing prox cards, passwords, and log-ons.
- Provides basic medical attention as needed.
OTHER DUTIES OF THE JOB
- Serves on committees or boards as requested.
- Attends meetings and training sessions as required.
- Performs other job-related duties as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Receives occasional instruction/supervision from Warden, Deputy Wardens of Inmate Services and Operations, the Major and the Captain of Investigations.
SUPERVISION GIVEN
Supervises and instructs a staff of correction officers and a correctional sergeant numbering as low as thirteen (13) or as high as one hundred (100).
CRITICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB
The following information describes the physical activities that are performed by the employees in the Correctional Shift/Security Lieutenant’s job classification.
- Must be able to continually alternate between walk, sit, and stand throughout the shift.
- Must be able to frequently ascend and descend a minimum of 15 steps at a time throughout the shift.
- Must be able to infrequently stretch as far as possible while reaching overhead or in front from left or right.
- Must be able to infrequently bend and twist at the waist from either the left or right side while standing, squatting, kneeling or seated.
- Must be able to infrequently squat, kneel, and crawl.
- Must be able to infrequently move quickly, starting and stopping suddenly, while jogging or running at full speed for 20 to 100 yards.
- Must be able to infrequently resist force during physical altercation with another person and apply force against another person through tactical maneuvers learned through the Facility’s training program.
- Must be able to infrequently lift or assist in lifting a person with or without force, with or without resistance, infrequently while the person is lying prone on the floor, in a seated position, or standing. Body mass being maneuvered may range from 20 to 50 lbs. with assistance and 110 to 300 lbs. without assistance.
- Must be able to infrequently secure a person through tactical maneuvers with or without resistance and with or without assistance by pushing or pulling a person with or without force against a wall or down to the floor. Body mass being maneuvered may range from 20 to 50 lbs. with assistance and 110 to 300 lbs. without assistance.
- Must be able to infrequently push or pull loaded/unloaded carts and food trucks with wheels (330 lbs. unloaded, 598 lbs. to 632 lbs. loaded) for distances of 15 to 100 yards, while exerting a minimum force of 93 lbs. while pushing the cartss.
- Must be able to infrequently lift items with weights up to 30 lbs. from floor to waist and from waist to chest.
- Must be able to infrequently maintain balance on a flat service or ascending/descending stairs, while carrying items with weights up to 30 lbs. on right and/or left side, gripping with one or both hands.
- Must continually demonstrate dexterity and fine motor skills of limbs, hands, and fingers to operate equipment and document information.
- Must be able to infrequently alternate between walk, jog, and run over uneven surfaces.
- Must be able to sit occasionally as required to fulfill administrative duties and training.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Works indoors with adequate lighting, fair ventilation and fluctuating temperatures.
- Works indoors with above average exposure to noise, stress, but with frequent disruptions.
- Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.
- Works daily with potentially volatile, hostile or aggressive inmates.
- Works daily with general public and other criminal justice agencies.
- Subject to working on-call or on as-needed basis (on-call 24 hours/7 days/week).
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CONDITIONS
- Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.
- Includes all physical requirements as identified above, under Critical Demands of the Job.
- Must demonstrate emotional stability.
- Must be able to cope with physical and mental stress of position.
- Must be able to physically and mentally react quickly in the event of a disturbance or other problems within the jail.
- Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.
QUALIFICATIONS
A. EDUCATION/TRAINING
Associates of Arts Degree in administration of justice, criminal justice, law enforcement or related field or equivalent work experience.
B. Two to five years’ experience in law enforcement, preferable in judicial or corrections departments, plus some experience in coordination of programs; or any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
- Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow and provide oral and written instructions.
- Must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Must possess initiative and problem solving skills.
- Must possess the ability to function independently, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with inmates, employees, co-workers, and staff of other agencies.
- Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to inmate information and records and employee information.
- Must possess a valid Pa. Driver’s License.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions and exhibit sound judgement based upon knowledge of available resources to correctly address a given situation.
- Must have a working knowledge of the principles and practices of investigation, social casework, and methods of group organization.
- Must possess ability to practice effective time management skills.
- Must possess ability to physically defend self and others.
We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a retirement plan!
To apply for this position, please complete our online application. Franklin County is an equal opportunity employer.
If you need assistance completing the online application, please contact Human Resources at 717-261-3150.