PROMOTIONAL - Corrections Sergeant

Description MUST BE A CURRENT LMDC CORRECTIONS OFFICER WITH TWO YEARS OF EXPERIENCE. Summary Objective The purpose of this position is to supervise employees on an assigned shift within specific units or floors of a correctional facility, prepares unit shift reports, conducts roll call meetings, and responds to emergency situations or significant occurrences. Conduct home or work site visits, employee training sessions, and other specialized corrections support duties. Duties may vary dependent upon assigned unit. This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. 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. CUSTODY & SECURITY AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS CENTER Conducts employee roll call meetings, assigns employees to work areas; and relays information concerning planned inmate activities, shift operations, and procedure changes.Patrols an assigned area to supervise and observe employee performance, inmate behavior and security operations.Monitors security operations to assure the safety of inmates and employees.Coordinates inmate movement, meals, visitation, living quarters operations, bar taps, shakedowns, inmate count, booking, and officer response to inmate disturbances and emergency situations.Provides technical assistance and instruction to subordinates concerning county jail facility operations and procedures, crowd control and crisis intervention tactics, and evaluates their performancePrepares reports and discusses shift operations and activities with supervisor. HOME INCARCERATION Monitors program functions and activities of participants assigned to the home incarceration program and operates two-way radio to communicate with officers in the field.Conducts home and work site visits to assist subordinates in unusual or emergency situations, to assure the quality of services provided, and to supervise and evaluate their performance.Answer questions from participants concerning program guidelines and equipment operation and resolves minor complaints. TRAINING UNIT Develops and schedules training programs, coordinates instructors, maintains training records and inventory of training equipmentConducts employee classroom training sessions, weapons field training, defensive tactics, riot training, and physical conditioning trainingPerforms related work as assigned. Minimum Requirements High School Graduation or GED equivalent.Two (2) years of Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC) Corrections Officer experience. EQUIVALENCY: An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be substituted. Other Minimum Requirements Must wear personal protective equipment as mandated by OSHA.Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA.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 work a varied schedule.Must lift and restrain individuals.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.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.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.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 postemployment criminal background checksMust 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.Must not be a current user of illegal drugs. Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy. 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. None. 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 November 13, 2026. Salary: Union Regulated Salary Grade: U21/002 Filing Deadline: November 13, 2026 Test Dates: January 14 and 15, 2027 Test Weights: Oral Exam = 60%, Written Exam = 30%, Seniority = 10% Equal Opportunity Employer PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AT LMDC IN YOUR APPLICATION 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 Mayor's 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. Full Time Regular Medical Dental Vision Group Term Life Supplemental Life Accidental Death & Dismemberment Sick Leave Vacation Holiday Pay Bereavement Leave Kentucky Public Pensions Authority 457 Deferred Comp Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits Tuition Assistance Qualified Adult Benefits Childcare Assistance Free TARC Use Paid Parental Leave Part Time – 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week Vacation (pro rata) Sick Leave (pro rata) Holiday Pay (pro rata) Part Time – Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week Ineligible For Benefits Temporary Positions Ineligible For Benefits Interns Ineligible For Benefits 01 Do you have at least two years of Louisville Metro Department of Corrections (LMDC) Corrections Officer Experience? YesNo 02 Have you 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)? YesNo 03 Have you been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the previous question? YesNo 04 Have you 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? YesNo Required Question