Correctional Lieutenant II-Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution

Adult Correction; Spruce Pine (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

NCFlex retirement plans

Vacation, sick, and community service

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Adult Correction Department in North Carolina seeks a Correctional Lieutenant II (S) at Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution. The role involves planning, supervising, and coordinating custodial activities as shift supervisor under the Corrections Captain II, ensuring security and order at a medium custody male facility.

The position requires knowledge of facility operations and prison policies, with duties including supervising sergeants, acting as Officer-in-Charge, managing schedules, and

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma and two years six months experience as a Correctional Sergeant, or two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant II.
• Must be eligible for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.
• Criminal background checks and PREA compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Serving as first-line supervisor of Correctional Sergeant II’s.
• Serving as Officer-in-Charge in absence of the Correctional Captain.
• Assisting with personal actions, administrative affairs, and officers’ work schedule.
• Coordinating activities involving discipline, security, and the welfare of the offender population.
• Conducting inspections of housing units and other buildings, grounds, and posts to ascertain that officers are alert, that discipline is being maintained, and that assignments are carried out properly.

Skills

Facility operations knowledge

Prisons policy & procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Lieutenant II (S) Position Number 60064292 Grade NC09

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 is located at Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution in Avery County, NC a medium custody male facility. Reporting to a Correctional Captain II, this position is involved in the planning, supervising and coordination of activities and primarily is custodial in nature including serving as shift supervisor.

Key Duties Included:

• Serving as first-line supervisor of Correctional Sergeant II’s.
• Serving as Officer-in-Charge in absence of the Correctional Captain.
• Assisting with personal actions, administrative affairs, and officers’ work schedule.
• Coordinating activities involving discipline, security, and the welfare of the offender population.
• Conducting inspections of housing units and other buildings, grounds, and posts to ascertain that officers are alert, that discipline is being maintained, and that assignments are carried out properly.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $41,206.00 - $72,113.00 Salary Grade: NC09

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Documented knowledge of facility operations Documented knowledge of Prisons' policy and procedures

***THIS IS A REPOST...PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED***

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date. This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections Employees, And Eligible State Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees. 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 NC09. 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.

Supplemental Contact Information

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. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Criminal Justice Certified Positions

• All applicants must: Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302).
• Pass a criminal background check.
• Produce a negative drug screening result.
• Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations.
• Possess a valid driver’s license Education Equivalency Verification.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants

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 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.

PREA Requirement

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 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

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years six months of experience as a Correctional Sergeant, or two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant II; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.

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.