Correctional Sergeant ll - Mountain View Correctional Institution

Adult Correction; Spruce Pine (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community/Par

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks a dedicated Correctional Officer at Mountain View Correctional Institution in Avery County. This role emphasizes supervision, safety, offender management, incident response, and daily shift operations to maintain order and security inside the facility.

Applicants must meet certification requirements, pass background and medical evaluations, and hold a High School diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma and two years six months of experience as a Correctional Officer, or two years of experience as Correctional Officer II; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be eligible for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
• Must pass criminal background check and successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and leadership within Mountain View Correctional Institution.
• Maintain security and safety operations to protect staff and offenders.
• Supervise offenders and manage incidents as they arise.
• Engage in shift operations management and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide training and staff development support as needed.
• Communicate and report on institutional operations and incidents.

Education

High School or GED

Job description

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!

Location

This position is located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina at Mountain View Correctional Institution in Avery County. Mountain View is a medium custody male facility that houses approximately 908 offenders. We offer a variety of educational classes and programs to promote offender rehabilitation.

Key Duties

1. Supervision & Leadership
2. Security & Safety Operations
3. Offender Supervision
4. Incident Response
5. Shift Operations Management
6. Policy & Procedure Compliance
7. Communication & Reporting
8. Training & Staff Development
9. Emergency Preparedness
10. Professional Conduct Knowledge

Salary and Grade

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

Salary Grade: NC08

Employment Conditions

Position reports to Correctional Lieutenant

Benefits

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Special Requirements

Necessary Special Qualifications: MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. To be considered for this position, 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.

Hiring Process

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 pertinent to the advertised position.

Veterans and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach 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 DD256 or NGB22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

The NCDAC 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 NCDAC: 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

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years six months of experience as a Correctional Officer, or two years of experience as Correctional Officer II; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum Special Qualifications

Must be eligible for certification by the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training and 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.

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.

Eligibility

This is an Internal Posting Open Only for Current North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections Employees, and Eligible State Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates from North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees. Repost - Previous Applicants Must Reapply To Be Considered For This Vacancy.

Posting Information

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before the End Date.