Correctional Officer (NC) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

NC Department of Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public safety is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Correctional Officers. This full-time role offers a competitive starting salary with a significant sign-on bonus and annual pay increases based on experience. As a Correctional Officer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining safety and security while supervising offenders. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and an active driver's license. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community while enjoying a career with growth potential and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Step Pay Plan

Annual Salary Increases

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required, experience varies by level.
• Active Driver's License is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure care, custody, and control of offenders.
• Perform security duties, including monitoring movement and searching for contraband.

Skills

Security Monitoring

Record Keeping

Contraband Search

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Correctional Officer (NC) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Join to apply for the Correctional Officer (NC) $10,000 Sign-On Bonus role at NC Department of Adult Correction.

We are seeking full-time employees to join our team as Correctional Officers, with a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus. Positions are eligible for an additional $1,000 Employee Referral Bonus.

Ready to make a difference? The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career in public safety. We offer a new Step Pay Plan with competitive starting salaries and guaranteed annual increases based on experience, including credit for prior North Carolina Correctional Officer experience.

Effective July 1, 2024, the department can hire Lawful Permanent Residents who have resided in the US for the past 3 years, and 18- and 19-year-olds as Correctional Officers.

We recruit for Correctional Officer I, II, and III levels statewide. The level depends on the custody level of offenders supervised, ranging from Minimum to Close custody.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the care, custody, and control of offenders.
• Touring assigned areas, observing offender activity, and performing security duties such as searching for contraband, monitoring movement, maintaining records, and supervising offender work details.

Requirements:

• Active Driver's License.
• High School diploma or GED, with experience requirements depending on the level.

Employees must adhere to appearance and grooming standards and be able to work any shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

The pay rates vary by experience and level, with detailed salary charts provided. Current employees are encouraged to apply, with salary adjustments based on experience and qualifications.

For more information, including benefits, application instructions, and contact details, please refer to the full job posting.