Initial Posting Date: 10/08/2026
Application Deadline:10/19/2026
Agency:Department of Corrections
Salary Range:$6834 - $9143
Position Type:Employee
Position Title:Correctional Lieutenant (OSP) Job Rotation and/or Developmental Opportunity for ODOC and OCE Employees Only
Job Description:Correctional Lieutenant (OSP) Job Rotation and/or Developmental Opportunity for ODOC and OCE Employees Only Oregon State Penitentiary (Salem)Oregon Department of CorrectionsThis recruitment is for multiple Job Rotation and/or Developmental Lieutenant positions anticipated to last about 6 months. You must be a permanent employee (temporary and contract employees are excluded) with the Oregon Department of Corrections or Oregon Corrections Enterprise to be considered for this position.
Position OverviewMajor duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assigning, monitoring, evaluating, and assessing training needs of subordinate staff; participating in screening process of new hires; conducting background checks of applicants and making recommendations on hiring; conducting orientation of new hires;
- Resolving personnel issues and complaints; responding to grievances; participating in disciplinary investigations; effectively recommending appropriate actions; counseling employees in work-related activities such as professional growth, and career development;
- Reviewing and investigating reports of security, safety and sanitation infractions; reviewing and endorsing all misconduct and unusual incident reports prepared by subordinates; ensuring corrective action is taken; authorizing and terminating visits; making independent decisions to remove inmate to special housing unit or to return inmate to parent institution because of major infraction or the need for protection;
- Supervising and inspecting dining room, infirmary and clinic, housing units, segregation units; authorizing changes in institution routing when dictated by operational necessity; and
- serving as commander in emergency situations until relieved by superiors; initiating action, deploying staff, and notifying designated staff in emergencies such as an inmate disturbance, escape, or criminal activity; securing and maintaining chain of evidence in the event of criminal activity
To Qualify- To apply you must be an employee with the Oregon Department of Corrections or Oregon Corrections Enterprises; this does not include temporary employees.
- Three (3) years of experience in a correctional-security setting where primary duties were the care and custody of AICs. One (1) year of the experience must have been at the level of a Sergeant in a correctional system. AND
- Be able to obtain, within one year, an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate OR a Correctional Certificate from another government agency.
Education will not be accepted as a substitute for the required experience.
Developmental opportunities do not have any qualifications.Special Qualifications- Be eligible to obtain a valid Oregon Department of Public of Safety and Standards and Training (DPSST) Correctional Certificate if you are not currently certified by DPSST.
Desired Attributes- Possess a valid Oregon Department of Public of Safety and Standards and Training (DPSST) Advanced Correctional Certificate.
How to Apply- All candidates must submit supervisor's approval when applying.
Application Information- In the Work Experience section of your application make sure to include the dates and duties of all relevant positions and details to support how you meet these attributes. If you do not include education or work experience meeting the minimum qualifications, you will not be considered for the position. Only the candidates whose experience most closely matches the qualifications and requested skills of this position will be invited to interview. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the job posting close date.
- The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
- Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment.
- As part of our selection process, we may require additional assessment stages, such as written exercises, to further evaluate candidates' qualifications. Meaningful participation in these exercises is required for all applicants moving forward in the process. Failure to complete the required exercise(s) within the specified timeframe will result in disqualification from consideration. All candidates who successfully complete these screening stages and meet the necessary requirements will advance to the next stage in the selection process.
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BenefitsThe salary range listed above is for non-PERS qualifying applicants. PERS qualifying applicants may be eligible for an adjusted range to reflect an additional 6.95%.
The State of Oregon provides a generous benefit package, which includes:
- Family health, vision, and dental insurance
- Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays
- 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components
- Optional short and long-term disability
- Fully paid retirement program
- Oregon Saving Growth Plan
- Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
About the Process - What to Expect- After the application deadline, a recruiter will review submissions for education and experience to identify candidates who best fit the minimum qualifications and requested skills.
- Top candidates will be referred to the hiring manager.
- The hiring manager will review your application and schedule interviews.
- Interview will be held with a panel of stakeholders who have completed panel assessment training. Scores will be determined based on predetermined questions and scoring guides. Preferences points will be applied in compliance with relevant laws and bargaining agreements. There may be multiple rounds of interviews.
- Final candidates will have a background check, PREA check, and reference checks.
- A Classification and Compensation analyst will review the Workday Application of the successful candidate to determine starting wages. Learn more about Equal Pay.
- A job offer will be extended through Workday to the successful candidate. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!
QuestionsIf you have questions about the position, selection process, or need accommodation to participate in the recruitment process please contact the recruiter and reference the requisition number.
Recruiter: Maria Arellano, Maria.A.Arellano@doc.state.or.us
Reference Number: Req-208116
- Workday will time out after 15 minutes of inactivity. You may lose progress on your application.
- Workday performs weekly maintenance Friday evenings, and the system may be down for several hours.
- ODOC does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete an I-9 and confirm authorization to work in the United States.
- This applicant list may be used to fill future vacancies. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
- This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. The pay and benefits on all announcements may change without notice.
