Correctional Sergeant I Catawba Correctional Center

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the State of North Carolina as a Correctional Sergeant I at the Catawba Correctional Center. This full-time role involves supervising officers and managing inmate populations in a state correctional facility. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and two years of related experience. The position offers state benefits and involves adherence to strict policies and procedures.

Benefits

State Benefits

Paid vacation, sick leave, and community service leave

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a correctional officer.
• Eligibility for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate officers and manage inmate welfare.
• Assign officers to specific areas and oversee their activities.

Skills

Knowledge of Facility Operations

Knowledge of Prisons' Policy and Procedures

Education

High School or GED diploma

Job description

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Description of Work

Work in this class involves supervising subordinate officers regarding their assigned task with inmates in a state corrections facility. Employees supervise and assign subordinate officers to a particular area or post and are responsible for the officer's activities relating to the custody and welfare of inmates. Employees are subject to rotation to various duty assignments within the defined level of work. Work is performed according to standard departmental procedures and supplemental instruction are received through the established chain of command.

• This is an Anticipated Vacancy***
  
  

This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY for current employees of the NC Department of Adult Correction

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.

• Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.**
  
  

Note To Current State Employees

The salary grade for this position is NC07. 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.

“As of January 1, 2025, there are new increase adjustments to the state’s pay plans which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission, effective January 1, 2025. The new salary range(s) will be $35,984-$62,971.”

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application. If you would like more information on how to apply for our jobs through the state application and/or more information on Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs), click on the following resource links: Introduction to the State Government Job Application and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs).

Note: To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:

Documented knowledge of Facility Operations.

Documented knowledge of Prisons' Policy and Procedures.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a correctional officer; 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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.

The Division of Institutions employs over 19,000 staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual, in our custody.

SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• 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 a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• 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.
• 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.
• Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.
  
  

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Kathy Fox at 828-757-5738.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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In order to receive credit for supplemental questions in which you answered yes, you must provide supporting information within the body of the application to support your answer. Your application should d also reflect all education and all professional work experience acquired including high school and all degrees. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. (Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the following: Education-including high school, Work experience-each position should be listed separately, Certificates, Licenses, Skills, and Additional Information

• Yes, I understand and have fully completed all requirements
  
  

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If selected for this position, the salary range offered will be within the posted salary range of $35,984 - $62,971. Are you willing to accept a salary in this range? Answering "No" to this question will result in your application being withdrawn from further consideration.

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Are you currently employed with the NC Department of Adult Correction?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you have a High School Diploma (or GED)?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

If you are currently a Correctional Sergeant, please list the level (I, II, III) and the name of the facility you are assigned to

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Please enter your total months of experience as a Correctional Officer in Minimum or Medium custody. (Example: 3 years should be entered as 36 months

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Please document your knowledge of Facility Operations and please be specific

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Please document your knowledge of Prisons' Policies and Procedures and please be specific.

09

Have you ever been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

If you answer "yes" that you have been convicted of am offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation, please explain the nature of the conviction and the offense

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other, Information Technology, and Management

• Industries

  Government Administration

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