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Corrections Unit Caseworker - Lincoln Area

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Responsibilities

  • Assign, schedule, and oversee inmate work to meet timelines and quality standards.
  • Monitor, document, and report inmate performance, training needs, and behavior.
  • Train inmates in sanitation tasks and inspect living areas for safety and cleanliness.
  • Write reports on inspections, grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance.
  • Observe inmate behavior, address issues, and provide orientation on rules and expectations.
  • Assist in developing treatment plans by researching backgrounds and counseling inmates.
  • Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations to maintain order.
  • Participate in disciplinary hearings and recommend corrective actions or program changes.
  • Work includes mandatory and voluntary overtime, covering all shifts, weekends, and holidays.
  • Requirements/Qualifications
  • Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in criminal justice, behavioral science, human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system. Must be at least 18 years of age. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.
  • Preferred: Bilingual skills in English and Spanish desired and assessed.
  • 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#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementDental insuranceVision insurancePaid time off

Additional Information

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $31.520 Job Posting: JR2026-00027260 Corrections Unit Caseworker - Lincoln Area (Evergreen) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-01-2026 Job Description: Are you looking for a position that offers a competitive salary with advancement opportunities and benefits? - medical/dental/vision insurance - free basic life insurance - 156% state-matched retirement - 100% tuition assistance - paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately - 13 holidays - military leave - Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information about this position, please call 402-479-6248 or 402-479-3233. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.

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