Correctional Lieutenant l

State of North Carolina - 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

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The State of North Carolina - Adult Correction seeks a Correctional Lieutenant I for Roanoke River Correctional Institution. Responsibilities include managing multiple locations and supervising staff.

This role involves conducting inspections, maintaining discipline, and ensuring operational readiness of all assigned equipment. Ideal candidates will have documented supervisory skills and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a Correctional Sergeant or equivalent.
• Must be eligible for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and conduct shift line-ups.
• Inspect housing units for officer readiness and discipline.
• Complete and review time reports and duty rosters.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of facility operations

Knowledge of prison policy

Report writing skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Description of Work

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

Candidate Requirements

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 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.

State Benefits Information

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

Eligibility and Certification Requirements

To be considered for a Correctional Lieutenant I position, 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

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

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 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 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.

All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.