Correctional Sergeant I

NC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

Paid vacation, sick leave

Job summary

NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Sergeant I to supervise Correctional Officer I staff at Tyrrell Prison Work Farm, ensuring custody, security, and inmate welfare. The role reports to a supervisory lieutenant and requires strict adherence to policy and scheduling to cover shifts.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED with two years of correctional officer experience; candidates must meet certification requirements and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma and two years of experience as a correctional officer.
• Must be eligible for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
• Candidates must pass a criminal background check, and produce a negative drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision to Correctional Officer I’s in minimum-custody facilities.
• Oversee officer activities and performance; ensure custody, security, and welfare of inmates.
• Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage and implement procedures.
• Ensure rules and policies are followed according to department guidelines.

Skills

Knowledge of facility operations

Knowledge of prison policy andProcedur

Correctional officer experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Correctional Sergeant IApply: Tyrrell County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 20, 2026 (6 days left to apply): JR-126196**Agency**Adult Correction**Division**COO - OPS - Institutions Operations**Job Classification Title**Correctional Sergeant I (S)**Position Number**60061531**Grade**NC07**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 Tyrrell Prison Work Farm. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer I’s in minimum-custody facilities, increasing the custody and security coverage. Positions assign lower-level custody staff to a particular area or post. Employees oversee officer activities and performance and ensure that the custody, security and welfare of inmates is maintained. Employees arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy. Positions may at times be the highest-ranking custody staff on the grounds or the Officer-in-Charge (OIC). Positions report to a Correctional Lieutenant I and/or a Correctional Assistant Superintendent.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**## **Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences:**## **Salary Range: $37,377-$65,408*****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 Prison's policy and procedures ***Management Preference: Prisons' Eastern Region Prefers Candidates with No less than 2 years as a Correctional Officer.*** ## **To be considered for a** ***Correctional Sergeant 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 ## **The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.** ## **State Benefits Information:**The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:* Health Insurance options* Retirement Plans* NC Flex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave* Paid Parental LeaveVisit the State Benefits **website** for additional information.**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.## **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 relevantqualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to theadvertised 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:**If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification. 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 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**Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a correctional officerORAn 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.