Corrections Major - Omaha Correctional Center at State of Nebraska in Omaha, Nebraska

Posted in Other about 11 hours ago.





Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Correctional Services - Agency 46



Location:

Omaha, NE



Hiring Rate:

$42.371



Job Posting:

JR2024-00011970 Corrections Major - Omaha Correctional Center (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
01-03-2025



Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) employs nearly 2,300 team members operating nine institutions, which house approximately 5,200 inmates, statewide. 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). We are currently seeking an individual who possesses a proactive leadership style to manage the security programs of the Omaha Correctional Center. The successful candidate 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 American with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.



Duties:



Manages/directs daily operations for a maximum/medium security correctional facility. Manages staff resources including post assignments and bidding process; oversees hiring, promotions, disciplinary investigations, counseling, etc. Serves as Institutional Officer of the Day and on various facility committees. Develops and implements policies and procedures which ensure security and control within and around the facility. Responsible for the development of post orders and supervision of all security posts within the facility. Administers and directs the operation of the Segregation Unit. Establishes and supervises a search team to inspect all areas of the facility. Orders and conducts investigations of rules infractions and insures proper reporting of all incidents. Works with Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Specialists, and Team Leaders to insure effective emergency response. Manages physical and operational facility security to include inspection of posts, physical plant, and security devices; oversees security equipment inventory & control; directs searches, etc. Assists in budget preparation for assigned areas and advises business office of all needs. Reviews all requests for inmate/offender transportation outside of the facility and assigns appropriate security staff escort. Participates in the institutional classification committee, provide input and expertise in the area of custody and security. Serves as a member of the institutional management team to interface all programmatic areas of the institution.



Requirements/Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Jail Administration or a related behavioral science area plus four years progressively responsible correctional experience, two years of which must be in a supervisory capacity; OR an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Jail Administration or related behavioral science area plus six years progressively responsible correctional experience, two of which must be in a supervisory capacity; OR post-high school coursework/training in Criminal Justice, Jail Administration or related behavioral science area plus eight years progressively responsible correctional experience, two of which must be in a supervisory capacity



Preferred Qualifications: Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. Knowledge/ experience in reviewing/updating departmental policies and procedures, leadership training, investigator training, experience or training complying with ACA standards. Experience supervising in a correctional setting.



Other: A valid driver's license is required. Employees in this class are subject to random drug testing. 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.






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.



Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.


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