Corrections Lieutenant

St. Louis County Justice Services is looking for an experienced corrections professional interested in becoming a Corrections Lieutenants. The Corrections Lieutenants will supervise staff responsible for maintaining safety, custody, security, and control of inmates at all levels of security in an indirect or direct supervision, prisoner processing or work release environment on assigned shifts. The position requires availability for any shift and may require overtime.

Starting salary will be within the first 20% of the salary range and will be based on experience and qualifications. In addition to competitive pay, St. Louis County offers a generous benefits package including affordable health, dental, and vision coverage, 4 weeks of paid time off in the first year, 11 paid holidays, a deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance, and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.

• Act as first‑line response for assigned shift within the correctional facility.
• Monitor shift operations to ensure proper coverage and jail security.
• Investigate disturbances, grievances, and rule and regulation infractions by inmates and officers.
• Inspect facility and equipment for contraband, cleanliness, and maintenance needs.
• Enforce rules and regulations to ensure adherence to policy and procedures.
• Assist with employee development, retention, evaluation, and training of staff.
• Maintain attendance records, performance logs, and schedules.
• Prepare activity reports.

• Perform other duties as required or assigned.
• Equipped with equivalent to thirty credit hours in behavioral sciences, criminology, or corrections and three years of work experience.
• Required to work mandatory overtime and on any shift as needed.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid from the American Red Cross.
• Possession of a Type III Alco Analyzer and Breathalyzer operator’s permit (some positions).
• Certification as a service user by the Regional Justice Information Service (REJIS).
• Qualification with use of a weapon (some positions).

Extensive standing, walking, and climbing stairs at least eight times daily per shift; use of emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers, AEDs, and other assistive devices; ability to lift, carry, and move equipment.

The selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant, including education, experience, supplemental questions, reference checks, and other applicable information. Applicants must achieve a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview. After the interview, candidates will receive an email with a Conviction Questionnaire to complete within three days. The top five candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All candidates are required to submit a drug screening; the cost will be covered by the County.

Applicants interested in this position should apply online at  Only online applications will be accepted.

The Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County supports fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or political affiliation. For more information, call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615‑5429.

St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615‑5429 / Fax: (314) 615‑7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov