In Case You Missed It!

In Case You Missed It!

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Drive-thru job fair

April 20, 2021

Are you looking for a job, but don’t want to leave the comfort of your vehicle? Here’s the perfect opportunity. Gateway Mall is hosting a drive-thru career fair on Thursday, April 22. NDCS will be among the featured employers.

Motor over to the former Sears parking lot at Gateway Mall – 63rd and O Street. The hours are noon to 7 p.m.

While you won’t be able to order a burger in this drive-thru, you may be able to drive off with your future career! Each participant will receive a bag filled with open positions from companies that are hiring now, like NDCS.

If you can’t make it to the drive-thru career fair...Read more

Bunny jar guessing game

April 19, 2021

You’ve heard of elf on the shelf, but have you heard of the bunny jar guessing game?

The Employee Activities Committee at Community Corrections Center – Lincoln hosted this candy guessing game. Staff had a week to study this bunny-shaped jar and submit their guesses on how many pieces of candy were in this jar. The winner would receive all of the candy and the jar.

Congratulations to Corporal Timothy Onofrei as he hopped through the competition with his guess of 77, but that wasn’t the eggxact number of candies in the jar.

How many pieces of candy do you think are in this bunny jar?

Comment below...Read more

A 43-year career with NDCS comes to an end

April 16, 2021

A lot of things can happen in 43 years, but one thing has stayed consistent, Unit Manager Mark Danner being a part of NDCS. All things must come to an end, as today is Danner’s last day with the department and he embarks on a new adventure—retirement.

In the four decades since Danner was hired at NDCS, he has seen tremendous change. He values the many friends he has worked with through the years who have given him support and encouragement.

“True teammates are friends as well,” said Danner. “I have many in this department. Just as our department has grown, so too have I. And it is because of these friends....Read more

LCC job fair recap

April 15, 2021

That’s a wrap on another job fair! Did you miss your chance to attend?

Not to worry, because we have you covered. Last Saturday afternoon, Warden Taggart Boyd, Sergeant Shane Thurman, Case Manager Taylor Kester, Officer Quashira McIntosh and others were helping at the Lincoln Correctional Center in the blustery winds, talking to recruits, answering questions, giving on-the-spot interviews and limited tours.

If the wind didn’t blow your socks off, we have perfect opportunities that will surely do the trick. There is a diversity of open positions at most facilities, such as Nurse Supervisor, Electrician, Warehouse...Read more

Job fair at TSCI

April 8, 2021

Only two days away!! You're not seeing double, we really are having TWO job fairs on the same day - in Lincoln or Tecumseh!

Join us at either facility to talk more about careers in Corrections! $10K HIRING BONUS* | $20/hr - Corporals & Caseworkers **Opportunities for Advancement** •Job seekers are encouraged to apply online prior to this event •On the spot interviews and testing •Limited Tours Available (Mask REQUIRED and Covid DHM screening) •Great Benefits | Referral Bonuses | Job Stability and More! VET/EOE •Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for accommodations call 402-479-5812

*Hiring Bonus details...Read more

Job fair at LCC & DEC

April 8, 2021

Only two days away!! You're not seeing double, we really are having TWO job fairs on the same day - in Lincoln or Tecumseh!

Join us at either facility to talk more about careers in Corrections! $10K HIRING BONUS* | $20/hr - Corporals & Caseworkers **Opportunities for Advancement** •Job seekers are encouraged to apply online prior to this event •On the spot interviews and testing •Limited Tours Available (Mask REQUIRED and Covid DHM screening) •Great Benefits | Referral Bonuses | Job Stability and More! VET/EOE •Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) for accommodations call 402-479-5812

*Hiring Bonus details...Read more

Special dog graduates from Second Chance Pups

April 5, 2021

This week, a young dog named Hero will graduate from the Second Chance Pups training program at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP) and go to his forever home with the Herrera family.

Through Second Chance Pups, otherwise overlooked dogs become “canine good citizen” certified and get a second chance at a lifelong relationship with a loving family. Dogs from local shelters and rescues are carefully matched to a volunteer inmate/handler, who provides nine weeks of intense training and love.

The rehabilitative program offers an opportunity for the handlers to give back to society in a positive manner, contributing...Read more

Three NDCS team members graduate from Governor's Leadership Academy

April 1, 2021

Three NDCS team members recently graduated from the Governor’s Leadership Academy – Paul Norrid, assistant human talent director; Dr. Brandon Hollister, psychologist; and, Tim Dickey, OCC food service director. They are pictured with Emre Unlu, executive director of the Center for Executive and Professional Development; Kathy Farrell, dean for the NU College of Business and Governor Ricketts.

As part of the program, the group from NDCS was responsible for researching and developing a project that could benefit the agency. They presented to the governor and others an idea for enhancing food safety. We appreciate their...Read more

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