Correctional Lieutenant l

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community/Par

Paid Parental Leave

NC Flex supplemental benefits

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, located at Roanoke River Correctional Institution in Halifax County, seeks a Correctional Lieutenant I (S) to oversee staffing, conduct inspections, and manage daily operations in a medium/minimum custody facility housing 1,000+ inmates. The role involves time reporting, training coordination, and ensuring post readiness.

Applicants must meet criminal justice standards, pass background checks, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school or GED diploma and two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Documented supervisory skills in a prison facility.
• Knowledge of prison policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff, conduct shift line-ups, assign shifts, and inspect personnel for readiness.
• Inspect housing units, buildings, grounds, and posts to ensure discipline and alertness.
• Complete, review, and maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, and evaluations.
• Account for persons and funds, ensure equipment is operational, and coordinate training for staff.
• Develop operational plans, post orders, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Facility operations knowledge

Report writing

Leadership

Time management

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Lieutenant I (S) Position Number 60067210 Grade NC08

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!

This position is located at Roanoke River Correctional Institution in Halifax County, NC. The position will serve as Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Correctional Captain and responsibilities may include management of multiple locations usually a medium/minimum custody facility which is managed within the scope of the larger facility. These facilities house and provide services for 1,000 inmates or more.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

• This position provides supervision of subordinate staff and is responsible for conducting shift line‑ups, making shift assignments, and inspecting all personnel to determine if they are physically and mentally capable of assuming an assigned post.
• Conducts 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.
• This position will complete, review, and maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
• This position will account for persons and funds and ensure that all assigned equipment is operationally ready and identify training needs and coordinate delivery of training for subordinate staff.
• This position will conduct internal investigations, develop operational plans, post orders, and Standard Operating Procedures.

Salary Range: $39,244.00 - $68,679.00

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented supervisory skills in a prison facility
• Knowledge of facility operations
• Knowledge of Prisons' policy and procedures
• Documented report writing skills

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

State Benefits Information

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

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. This is a Repost - Previous Applicants Do Not Need To Reapply In Order To Be Considered For This Vacancy.

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

The 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.

Supplemental Application 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.

Applicants 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

When applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, specific certification requirements are available. 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.

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 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 DD256 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 of experience as a Correctional Sergeant; 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.

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.