Posting number: 2025-00369
Department: Justice Services - Housing
Job classification: Corrections Lieutenant
Posting type: Open
Categories: Corrections, Housing, Mental Health, Public Safety, Risk Management, Safety, Custodial, Security, Criminology
St. Louis County Justice Services is looking for experienced corrections professionals interested in becoming Corrections Lieutenants. The Corrections Lieutenants represent an opportunity to supervise the staff responsible for maintaining the 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. Corrections Lieutenants will be required to work any shift and may be required to work overtime.
The starting salary for this position may be within the first 20% of salary range and will be based on experience and qualifications. As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short and long term disability.As an employer, St. Louis County cares about the health and well-being of our employees. In an effort to provide for the best possible work-life balance, the County offers a generous benefit package which includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 4 weeks of Paid Time Off the first year, 11 paid holidays, deferred benefit retirement plan, paid life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability.
To learn more County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.
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Essential Function Examples
Act as first-line response for assigned shift within Correctional facility.
Monitor shift operations to ensure proper shift coverage to ensure jail security.
Investigate disturbances, grievances and rule and regulation infractions by inmates and officers.
Inspect facility and equipment for contraband, cleanliness, and maintenance requirements.
Enforce rules and regulations to ensure adherence to policy and defined procedures.
Assist with employee development, retention evaluation and training of lower workers.
Maintains attendance records, performances logs and schedules.
Prepare activity reports
Marginal Function Examples
Perform other duties as required or assigned.
Equivalent to thirty credit hours in the behavioral sciences, criminology or corrections and three years of work experience.
Required to work mandatory overtime and to work on any shift as needed.
Possession of a valid Driver's License.
Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid from the American Red Cross.
Some positions require possession of a Type III Alco? Analyzer and Breathalyzer operator's permit.
Some positions require certification as a service user by the Regional Justice Information Service (REJIS).
Some positions require qualification with the use of a weapon.
Physical Requirements: Extensive standing, walking, climbing stairs at least eight times daily per shift, using and lifting emergency equipment (fire extinguisher, AED, pepper spray, taser etc.), bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, reaching overhead, continuously wearing an equipment belt, using a breathing apparatus, listening for possible disturbances, observation of required areas
SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.
The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.
The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.
All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov
