The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services’ (NDCS) mission is:  'Keep people safe.'

The agency operates nine prisons in five communities in Nebraska.

It is the second largest state agency and employs approximately 2,300 team members in more than 150 different job classifications.

 
"Through developing our people, following sound correctional policies, and investing in our physical plants, we provide program opportunities for our population to develop the tools and skills to successfully reenter their communities."
Rob Jeffreys
Director

NDCS NEWS

Our NDCS leadership trainings are a fantastic way for our #People to get to know leaders from facilities across the agency. These recent graduates of...Read more

Leadership Academy is not only a way for leaders to learn valuable tools, it’s also a chance to meet and collaborate with teammates from facilities across...Read more

“Don’t wait for opportunity, create it. This is your chance to find the keys to success.”

This year, NDCS adopted the 5-Key Model for Reentry and Well...Read more

Important Statistics

2,132.00
Admissions During FY2023
5,880.00
Avg. Daily Incarcerated Pop.
3.55
Avg, Length of Stay (in Years)

Most Serious Offense at Admission (FY2024)