PROMOTIONAL - Corrections Captain
Salary
$83,948.80 Annually
Location
517 Court Place, Louisville, KY 40202, KY
Job Type
Full_Time
Job Number
083060-26
Department
Corrections
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Must be a current Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC) Lieutenant with two (2) years of continuous seniority in that position.
Summary Objective:
The purpose of this position is to manage and organize the shift activities and operations of a correctional
facility or an assigned area on a 24-hour basis.
This class works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
Evaluates policies, procedures, programs and services and recommends modifications.
Manages shift operations of a correctional facility including inmate custody and security, booking, property, inmate classification, sobriety evaluation, internal investigation, work release and support services through subordinate supervisors.
Administers additional programs including fingerprint identification, records or home incarceration through subordinate supervisors.
Coordinates shift activities and operations, emergency conditions, significant occurrences, and inmate disturbances with administrative staff and subordinate supervisors.
Inspects inmate living quarters to evaluate sanitary conditions, monitors the operation of correctional facility fire and security equipment, and notifies equipment maintenance vendors to correct malfunctions or to request equipment service or repair.
Authorizes the transportation of inmates from the jail facility to the hospital for medical treatment and examination, and to and from other correctional facilities.
Develops training materials and conducts training sessions and lectures on approved curriculum and conducts tours of the facility and speaks at schools and community group meetings to convey information on correctional programs and operations.
Answers questions, provides information, explains and discusses incarceration, work release and visitation procedures and operations with other law enforcement agencies, the media and the public. Plans, develops and implements programs, policies and procedures in conjunction with administrative staff.
Controls expenditures in accordance with budget allocations and assists with budget preparation in conjunction with administrative staff.
Prepares reports on department activities and operations for administrative staff review and completes special projects.
Answers questions from the public and the media.
Conducts tours; presents information at schools and community meetings.
Performs related work as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
Must be a current Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC) Lieutenant with two (2) years of continuous seniority in that position.
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Must be eligible for certification as a State Peace Officer.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Must be vaccinated for hepatitis B, have provided evidence of immunity, or have signed a declination form within ten days of initial assignment.
Must pass an annual tuberculin test.
Must complete forty (40) hours of annual in-service training.
Must be on 24-hour call.
Applicants who have illegally bought, sold, or trafficked, as defined in KRS 218A.010 and KRS 218A.1431, controlled substances, other than marijuana, within six years of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally bought, sold, or trafficked, as defined in KRS 218A.010 and KRS 218A.1431, controlled substances, other than marijuana, within six years of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have used an illegal controlled substance other than marijuana within the last six years of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally bought, possessed, or used marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within six months of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally sold marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within one year of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have used a prescription-controlled substance without a prescription more than once within the last six years of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have used a prescription-controlled substance without a prescription on a single occasion within the last six years of application will be disqualified for one year since the last use without a prescription.
Must not be a current user of illegal drugs.
IDENTIFICATION LAB
Must be certified as a LINK/NCIC Basic Operator (Full Access) in the State of Kentucky or obtain within six months of employment.
Applicants and employees in positions which perform job duties that may require contact with offenders in the custody or supervision of the Department of Juvenile Justice or with youth in the care, custody or supervision of Youth Development must meet qualifications pursuant to the federal Prison Rape Elimination Act, 28 CFR 115.17 and 115.317, to include periodic post-employment criminal background checks.
Must not have ever engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution (as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997).
Must not have ever been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community, facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse.
Must not have ever been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the previous question.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
STANDARD CLAUSES
May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.
Supplemental Information
All requirements must be met on or before July 17, 2026.
Salary: Union Regulated
Salary Grade: U19-002
Filing Deadline: July 17, 2026
Test Dates
September 10 & 11, 2026
Test Weights
Written Test: 22%
Job Simulation: 69%
Seniority: 9%
Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayors Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.
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Do you have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate?
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Are you currently an LMDC Lieutenant, with at least two years of continuous seniority in that position?
Required Question
Employer Louisville Metro Government
Address 517 Court Place
Louisville, Kentucky, 40202
Phone (502) 574-8100