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.

 
"NDCS has a national reputation for being innovative and focused on reentry and rehabilitation.”
Rob Jeffreys
Director

NDCS NEWS

On this day in history, April 25, 2011, the largest tornado outbreak ever recorded hit the U.S., a total of 358 tornadoes! Amidst this reminder of nature’s...Read more

The Omaha Correctional Center is searching for someone who enjoys planning and coordinating programs for their Recreation Specialist position. Hiring rate is...Read more

The Omaha Correctional Center, or as known to the community as OCC, opened its doors 40 years ago on April 24, 1984. Since its opening, OCC has played a vital...Read more

Important Statistics

1,939.00
Admissions During FY2023
5,628.01
Avg. Daily Incarcerated Pop.
3.47
Avg, Length of Stay (in Years)

Most Serious Offense at Admission (FY2023)