Correctional Sergeant III - Alexander Correctional Institution

NC Department of Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency in North Carolina is seeking a full-time Correctional Sergeant to oversee staff and ensure the security and welfare of inmates at the Alexander Correctional Institution. The role involves supervising lower-level custody staff, arranging work schedules, and implementing operational procedures. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and relevant experience. This position offers state benefits and requires passing a background check.

Benefits

State Benefits

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a Correctional Officer or 2 years as Correctional Officer III.
• Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Correctional Officer III’s in close-custody institutions.
• Ensure custody, security, and welfare of inmates are maintained.
• Arrange work schedules for shift coverage.

Skills

Knowledge of Facility Operations

Knowledge of Prisons' Policy and Procedures

Education

High School or GED

Job description

This position is located at Alexander Correctional Institution in Taylorsville, North Carolina. Work involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer III’s in close-custody institutions with restrictive and controlled housing. Position assign lower level custody staff to a particular area or post. Employee oversees officer activities and performance and ensure that the custody, security and welfare of inmates is maintained. Employees arranges work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy. Employee at this level supervises more staff than recognized in the lower level Correctional Sergeant I or II. Position reports directly to a Correctional Lieutenant III and/or the Correctional Housing Unit Manager.

***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 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.

Salary Grade: NC09 Salary Range: $39,671.00 - $69,426.00

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 Applicationand/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:

• Knowledge of Facility Operations.
• Knowledge of Prisons' Policy and Procedures.

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 three years of experience as a Correctional Officer, or two years of experience as a Correctional Officer III; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

Department of Adult Correctionis one of the largest state agencies with more than 19639,000 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 Institutionsemploys 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.

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 aDD-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 Ashley Keller at 828-757-5738.