Correctional Lieutenant I: OIC, Facility Security & Ops

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

Job summary

State of North Carolina – Adult Correction seeks a Corrections Lieutenant I for Wake Correctional Center in Raleigh. The role reports to the Associate Warden and oversees operations to maintain security and facility integrity.

Wake Correctional Center is a minimum-security facility for adult males; the position requires shift work, including weekends and holidays, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma and two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant.
• Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
• Applicants must meet Criminal Justice Standards (12 NCAC 09G.0302) and pass a criminal background check, drug screen, medical and psychological evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of the Sergeant I and oversee shift operations.
• Conduct line-ups, assign posts, and inspect personnel for readiness.
• Inspect housing units, posts for safety, discipline, and cleanliness.
• Investigate security issues, disputes, and complaints.
• Conduct searches of staff, visitors, and offenders for contraband.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate disciplinary actions and safety measures.
• Plan and supervise personnel actions, time reports, and training.
• Coordinate activities involving discipline, security, and offender welfare.
• Prepare records and reports related to custody operations.

Skills

Report writing

Prison policies/procedures

Facility operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

State of North Carolina – Adult Correction seeks a Corrections Lieutenant I for Wake Correctional Center in Raleigh. The role reports to the Associate Warden and oversees operations to maintain security and facility integrity.

Wake Correctional Center is a minimum-security facility for adult males; the position requires shift work, including weekends and holidays, with a competitive benefits package.