Correctional Sergeant lll – (Scotland CI)

Adult Correction; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Retirement Plans

NCFlex Supplemental Benefits

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Ser

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Adult Correction is seeking a Corrections Sergeant III to supervise officers and manage custody operations at a NC state facility. The role reports to the COO – OPS – Institutions Operations and oversees 24/7 staffing, post assignments, and welfare of male offenders in minimum to close custody.

Responsibilities include line-up, duty rosters, timekeeping, and ensuring equipment readiness while maintaining compliance with state policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of facility operations.
• Knowledge of Prisons’ policy and procedures.
• Must meet Criminal Justice Standards eligibility (12 NCAC 09G .0302).
• Pass criminal background check; negative drug screen.
• Medical and psychological evaluations completed.
• Valid driver’s license to be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate officers and assign posts to ensure 24/7 staffing.
• Conduct shift line-up and inspect personnel for fitness to post.
• Maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, and evaluations.
• Account for persons and funds; ensure equipment readiness.
• Oversee custody and welfare of offenders across custody levels.

Skills

Knowledge of facility operations

Knowledge of Prisons’ policy andProced

Education

Certification eligibility (CJ Standards)

Job description

Agency
Adult Correction

Division
COO – OPS – Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title
Correctional Sergeant III (S)

Position Number
60059423

Grade
NC09

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 Associate Warden of Operations, this position provides supervision of subordinate officers and their assigned tasks and activities regarding the custody and welfare of male offenders in a Minimum/Medium/Close custody state correctional facility. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducting shift line-up, making shift assignments, and inspecting personnel to determine if they are physically and mentally capable of assuming an assigned post.
• Completing, reviewing, and maintaining time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
• Accounting for persons and funds to ensure that all assigned equipment is operationally ready.
• Performing various duty assignments with the defined level of work and ensuring 24/7 staffing coverage.
• Supervising and assigning subordinate officers to a particular area or post. Employee is responsible for subordinate officers’ activities relating to the custody and welfare of offenders.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $41,206 – $72,113

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

This is a RE-POST of position 60059423. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do NOT need to re-apply.

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 Prisons’ 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 III 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

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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 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.

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 Scotland Correctional Institution

Scotland Correctional Institution is located in Laurinburg, North Carolina and houses up to 1,800 male offenders in a close, medium, and minimum 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 pertinent to the advertised 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.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

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 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.

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.