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In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.

Correctional Sergeants and Lieutenants have charge of an assigned watch or major area in a State correctional institution/facility and supervise subordinate officers to ensure the safe custody,discipline and welfare of inmates.

Incumbents function as first-line supervisors who train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; assign and review work; and initiate disciplinary action.

This position supports SOUTHERN NEVADA ADULT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES (SNAMHS), Stein Hospital. The Stein Hospital is a secure forensic hospital providing inpatient forensic services for adults who are court committed, serving Southern Nevada. The Stein Hospital is located in Las Vegas, NV and is scheduled to open in late 2015. The facility is recruiting for a Correctional Sergeant position. SNAMHS is an exciting place to work with emphasis on utilizing the recovery model, developing innovative programs, increasing consumer and family involvement, educating the public through a variety of activities, and implementing a best practices clinical program. The Correctional Sergeant directly supervises Forensic Specialist IV positions. This position will have administrative responsibility for planning, organizing, supervising and assisting with subordinate staff; maintaining the overall security of the facility by developing, implementing and adhering to policies and procedures. This position will serve as a member of the treatment team and sponsor clients and will also conduct internal investigations as assigned by the Director. The ideal candidate will have: strong problem solving and judgment skills; great leadership skills; excellent organizational and planning skills; experience guiding and developing subordinates, as well as the ability to build a productive team; excellent verbal and written communication skills and flexibility and adaptability as required by this position. Incumbent will be working an innovative variable schedule, with overtime after 40 hours per week. We provide an excellent benefits package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, participation in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), accrual of 15 days of annual leave and 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays and no city, county, state or social security tax! SNAMHS provides continual on-going training and education to our staff, including paid release time for attending trainings and the availability of on-site CEU's. ***Through a career with SNAMHS, you can help improve the lives of others in our community***

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements: