Correctional Lieutenant ll (Lumberton CI)

Adult Correction; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans NCFlex

Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community In/

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Lieutenant II (S) to supervise staff, conduct shift line-ups, and inspect personnel for post readiness at Lumberton Correctional Institution in North Carolina.

The role requires knowledge of facility operations, policy procedures, and strong supervisory and report-writing skills, with certification and background checks required. This full-time position involves rotating shifts and mandatory weather reporting.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of facility operations and prison policies.
• Experience supervising staff in a prison environment.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff, conduct shift line-up and assignments.
• Inspect personnel for fitness and readiness for posts.
• Perform searches and investigations of persons, places, and objects.
• Coordinate training delivery and track time and duty reports.
• Oversee security inspections and ensure discipline and proper execution of duties.
• Act as Officer-In-Charge in the absence of the Correctional Captain II.

Skills

Facility Operations

Prisons’ Policy and Procedures

Supervisory Skills

Report Writing

Education

GED or Higher

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Lieutenant II (S) Position Number 60061789 Grade NC09

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.

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Description of Work

Reporting to and working closely with a Correctional Captain II, this position provides supervision of subordinate staff, conducts shift line-up, makes shift assignments, and inspects personnel to determine if they are physically and mentally capable of assuming an assigned post.

• Conducting investigations and performing searches of persons, places, and objects.
• Completing, reviewing, and maintaining time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
• Performing security inspections of the facility and grounds. Monitoring posts to ascertain that officers are alert, discipline is being maintained, and assignments are carried out properly.
• Performing rescue functions to include CPR, basic first aid, physically removing people from dangerous areas, and using fire-fighting equipment, such as fire hoses, extinguishers, and breathing apparatuses.
• Identifying training needs and coordinating delivery of training to subordinate staff.
• Accounting for persons and funds to insure that all equipment is operational and ready for use.
• Serving as the Officer-In-Charge in the absence of the Correctional Captain II.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $41,206-$72,113

This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above. This is an anticipated vacancy. Position 60061789 is expected to be available November 1, 2026. 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:

• Knowledge of Facility Operations
• Knowledge of Prisons’ Policy and Procedures
• Supervisory Skills in a Prison Facility
• Report Writing Skills Necessary

Special Qualifications

• MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
• To be considered for a Correctional Lieutenant II 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

Required Adverse Weather Reporting

This position is designated as “Mandatory” and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. This is a full-time position working rotating shifts with State Benefits.

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.

About 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.

About Lumberton Correctional Institution

Lumberton Correctional Institution is located in Lumberton, North Carolina and houses up to 788 male offenders in a medium custody facility.

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 DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NCDAC must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape."

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
• Two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant II
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

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.