Correctional Sergeant ll (Lumberton CI)

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Svc

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Corrections Sergeant II (S) at Lumberton Correctional Institution. This full-time role oversees custody staff, assigns posts, and ensures security and welfare of offenders on rotating shifts.

Candidates must meet certification requirements, pass background checks, drug screening, medical/psych evaluations, and hold a valid driver's license. State benefits accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of facility operations.
• Knowledge of prison policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work schedules to ensure shift coverage and enforce procedures.
• Ensure staff are properly trained and conduct checks on conduct and procedures.
• Maintain facility security through inspections and compliance with regulations.
• Provide clear instruction during drills, incidents, and emergencies.
• Conduct and supervise searches of offenders and living/work areas for contraband.
• Assist with facility interviews and process documentation.
• Prepare and review reports and performance evaluations for staff.

Skills

Facility operations knowledge

Prison policies and procedures

Education

Certification eligibility (NC CJ Education & Training Standards)

Job description

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - Operations

Job Classification Title: Correctional Sergeant II (S)

Position Number: 60061801

Grade: NC08

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

Reporting to the Correctional Lieutenant II, this position is responsible for assigning lower level custody staff to an area or post, evaluating/overseeing officer activities and performance; and ensuring that the custody, security, and welfare of offenders are maintained. Job responsibilities include; but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinating work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implementing operational procedures, and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy.
• Ensuring that staff are fully trained, and that proper conduct, actions and procedures are being followed.
• Maintaining facility security through regular inspections to ensure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance; health and safety of offenders.
• Communicating effective instruction/direction during drills, distress codes, escapes, transporting offenders, searches and in emergency situations.
• Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, offender living areas, and work areas for contraband.
• Assisting with facility interviews.
• Preparing and reviewing reports and completing performance evaluations on subordinate staff.

Salary Range: $39,244-$68,679

This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above.

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.

Necessary Special Qualifications

MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

To be considered for a Correctional Sergeant 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 NC08 . 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

Supplemental Application Information

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinen