Correction Enterprise Supervisor II (Braille)

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

NCFlex program

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Parental leave

Job summary

State of North Carolina’s Department of Adult Correction seeks a Correction Enterprise Supervisor II (S) to supervise inmates in Braille transcription, oversee production for customers, and help certify staff and inmates in Braille-related work.

You will manage Braille orders via the BIDS system, assign projects, maintain translation accuracy, and meet customer lead times while guiding inmates through certification pathways.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; minimum two years related industry/service experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and related experience may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train inmates in Braille transcription and production.
• Oversee Braille orders received from customers and manage assignment of projects.
• Ensure translation accuracy and meet customer lead times using the BIDS system.

Skills

Supervision

Merchandise ordering

Logistics & inventory

Education

High school diploma / GED

Equivalency guidance

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Correction Enterprises

Job Classification Title

Correction Enterprise Supervisor II (S)

Position Number

60076952

Grade

NC08

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Description of Work

This position supervises and trains inmates in all aspects of Braille transcription and production. This supervisor will supervise not only inmates working to attain their respective certifications, but will also supervise production of transcription services required by Correction Enterprise’s customers.

This position trains and supervises inmates in various aspects of Braille transcription of textbooks. The translation of print into Braille involves several different certifications in order to encompass the full spectrum of literary, formatting, proofreading, math, science, music and graphics used in the translation process. Each of these areas has its own certification requiring potentially several years for completion of all available certifications within the Braille industry.

The Correction Enterprise Supervisor receives orders from Correction Enterprises customers, such as the Department of Instruction, for the translation of printed books and other printed documents into volumes of Braille formatted files. This position will oversee the receipt of Braille orders via the BIDS order entry and job tracking system, distribution and team assignment of projects, ensure accuracy during the translation process and work to meet customer expected lead times.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $39,244 - $68,679

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Experience supervising, teaching, and/or coaching unskilled workers.
• Experience ordering and receiving merchandise.
• Experience in logistics, inventory, and pickup/delivery schedules

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About Correction Enterprise

The Correction Enterprises division is committed to providing technical and behavioral job training to offenders, aiming to enhance their skills and increase their chances of successful reintegration into society upon release. They achieve this goal by operating a self-sufficient business that mirrors a real-life work environment, which exposes offenders to practical work experience, and helps them develop positive work ethics and attitudes. This is done at no cost to North Carolina taxpayers, making it a sustainable and valuable program for offenders and the community alike.

Compensation & Benefits:

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DAC: https://www.dac.nc.gov/.

DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach aDD-214 Member-4 Form(Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DAC will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and a minimum of two years of related industry/service experience

or

An equivalent combination of training and directly related experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission

Plant Specific Special Requirements

Agriculture - NC Pesticide License and NC Wastewater License

Cannery – Low Acid and Acidified Food Production certification must be obtained within one year of hire.

Laundry - Certified Professional Laundry Manager or Certified Laundry and Linen Manager certification.

Braille - Certified Braille Transcriber certificate must be obtained within 18 months of hire.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Gabriel Michael Earley

Email:

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