

Privately-managed correctional and detention facilities, providing services to government agencies.
3 days ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Leavenworth, Kansas, United States
Onsite
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
The Assistant Shift Supervisor supports the supervision of the administrative and operational security activities in a correctional/detention facility. This role directly supervises officers assigned to the shift and may serve as acting Shift Supervisor in their absence, directing officers in duties related to the supervision of inmates/residents and the protection of their legal rights. The assistant conducts regular inspections of all security‑related and control‑related functions and must be able to work any post assignment on any shift.
Key responsibilities include directly supervising assigned security staff, evaluating subordinate performance, providing guidance on safety and security practices and post orders, interpreting and enforcing rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and contract requirements, attending meetings to enhance communication between management, staff and inmates/residents, and assisting in streamlining communications and maintaining consistency of operation between shifts.
Qualifications: High School diploma or GED is required; three years of experience in a criminal‑justice field, including at least one year of corrections experience with care and custody of inmates/offenders; supervisory experience is preferred. Additional education in criminal justice may substitute for required experience up to two years, but no substitution is allowed for corrections experience. Experience with Microsoft Office is preferred, a valid driver’s license is required, and candidates must be at least 21 years old.
$34.81 per hour. At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking an Assistant Shift Supervisor who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting.