Correctional Food Service Officer III

NC Department of Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vital team as a Correctional Food Service Officer III at a prominent correctional institution in North Carolina. This full-time role involves supervising and ensuring the safety of inmates in food preparation and service areas, while also overseeing various food production activities. With a focus on maintaining sanitary practices and understanding nutritional values, you will play a key role in the daily operations of a large facility. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, along with significant experience in food services. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying state benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

State benefits

Sign-on bonus of $7,000

Applicant referral bonus

Qualifications

• Knowledge of large-scale food production and food service activities.
• Must have a high school diploma and three years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide custody of inmates in food preparation areas.
• Oversee inmate workers in cooking, baking, and serving food.

Skills

Large-scale food production

Food service activities

Communication skills

Sanitary food handling practices

CPR certification

Firearms training

Unarmed self-defense training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must NOT have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act.

This Position is Eligible for the Applicant Referral Bonus

This posting is for a Correctional Food Service Officer III Position at Pasquotank Correctional Institution #3740. Employee will provide supervision and custody of inmates in their assigned food preparation and food service work areas for a large male facility. Oversee Inmate workers engaged in a variety of activities in food production including cooking, baking and serving food to the inmate population. Work includes but is not limited to, communicating verbally and in writing; input and comprehend computer data, secure and maintain equipment, read comprehend and calculate menus; observe sanitary food handling practices; understand food nutritional values; inventory and rotate stock; complete CPR; Firearms, Unarmed Self-Defense training and work a varied schedule.

*This is a REPOST. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.

As of January 1, 2025, there are new increase adjustments to the state pay plan which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission, effective January 1, 2025. The new salary range will be $35,984 - $62,971. Prior applicants will remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC07 (Salary Range:$35,984 - $62,971). 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.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. (We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.)

To qualify for this position, applicants must document in the work experience section of the application that they possess ALL of the following:

Documented knowledge of large-scale food production and food service activities.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. Seehttps://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guidefor details.

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, or as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum Education and Experience for a Trainee Appointment: High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and food services, in management of a commercial food service operations, as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications: Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.

TheDivision of Institutions employs over 19,000 staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual in our custody.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who 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.

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.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification.
• The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. 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 NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader).
• Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1 (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader), applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

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