Correctional Associate Warden for Programs I (New Hanover CC)

Adult Correction; Hightsville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex

Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community/Par

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Adult Correction in North Carolina is seeking a Correctional Assistant Superintendent for Programs I to supervise program services at a minimum custody facility and lead staff in education, counseling, recreation, religion, and medical services.

Reporting to the Warden II, you will train staff, coordinate program planning, evaluate initiatives, and act as Warden in absence, contributing to safety and offender rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising staff and programs in a correctional setting preferred.
• Knowledge of counseling or treatment programs is preferred.
• Familiarity with community resources and public/private services is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee total programs services of a minimum custody facility.
• Supervise educational, classification, recreational, religious, and medical services.
• Act as Warden in absence of Warden II and participate in management team.
• Provide ongoing training to staff and lead program planning, direction, and enhancement.
• Evaluate program recommendations and reports to senior staff.

Skills

Supervision techniques and management

Supportive counseling knowledge

Community resources knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Asst Supt for Program I (NS) Position Number 60070200 Grade NC13.

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

Reporting to the Warden II, this position will provide supervision of subordinate staff. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Managing the total programs services of a minimum custody facility.
• Supervising the educational, classification, recreational, religion, and medical services as well as the traditional program components for offenders.
• Serving as acting Warden in the absence of the Warden II and participating as part of the management team.
• Providing on-going training to staff and is in charge of planning, direction, and enhancement of programs within the correctional facility.
• Evaluating recommendations from the Correctional Programs Director and/or other senior officials.
• Evaluating feasibility of programs and providing status reports to the Warden II.

Salary & Working Conditions

Salary Range: $50,088 - $87,654

Full-time (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above.

This is a RE-POST of position 60070200. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to re-apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Skills in supervision and management techniques
• Knowledge of supportive counseling or treatment programs
• Knowledge of services available to individuals from the community and other public and private programs

Special Requirements

Necessary Special Qualifications: MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

To be considered for a Correctional Associate Warden for Programs I position, ALL applicants must:

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
• Pass a criminal background check
• Produce a negative drug screening resultSuccessfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Adverse Weather Reporting

This position is designated as "Mandatory" and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.

State Benefits Information

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex
• Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is NC13. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase May result.

Division of Institutions

The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

New Hanover Correctional Center

New Hanover Correctional Center is located in Wilmington, North Carolina and houses up to 402 male offenders in a minimum custody facility.

Supplemental Application Information

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include: Complete education history (including high school) Full work experience details Certificates and licenses, if applicable Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions.

Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Education Equivalency Verification

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent.

For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to your applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application.
• 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.

PREA Requirement

The NCDAC must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NCDAC: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of supervisory or management level experience in correctional programs
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

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.