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Corrections Lieutenant - Omaha Correctional Center

State of Nebraska
Omaha, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 10/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/12/2027

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46


Location:

Omaha, NE


Hiring Rate:

$40.476


Job Posting:

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 megan.jones@nebraska.gov


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.


If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/


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.

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Retirement Plan

Salary : $40

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