Corrections Captain - RTC Operations & Security Leader

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Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $42.500

Job Posting: JR

Position:
Corrections Captain – Reception and Treatment Center (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On: 07-31-2026

The Reception and Treatment Center (RTC) is seeking a highly efficient, self-motivated, well-organized candidate for the position of Corrections Captain. Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones es

• Supervises, assigns and evaluates the work of subordinate custody/security staff.
• Responsible for all operations, control and security of areas as assigned.
• Inspects all areas within the facility to see that inmate/offender discipline is being maintained.
• Exercises responsibility over the armory and controls the use of all firearms.
• Conducts investigations involving staff, inmates and visitors as assigned by the Major or higher authority.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a related Behavioral Science plus four years correctional related experience or an associate’s degree plus six years correctional related experience or High School education or equivalent plus eight years correctional related experience. One year of the experience must have been in a responsible supervisory capacity.
• No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. Experience developing operational procedures and complying with ACA standards. Previous investigator training. Completion of a leadership program.
• 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.

• 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.
• Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.

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