Correctional Transportation Officer - Central Region Office

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation/Sick Leave

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction invites applications for a Regional Correctional Transportation Officer, reporting to the Region Transportation Sergeant in Raleigh. The role involves transporting offenders in departmental vehicles and may require weekend, holiday, or evening shifts based on schedules.

Selected candidates must meet CJ standards, pass background and drug checks, and hold a valid driver's license. The position is essential and part of 24/7 coverage.

Qualifications

• Meet Criminal Justice Standards (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.

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent decision-making within policies due to supervision separation.
• Provide custody supervision of offenders in custody and control.
• Enforce safety, health, and protections for offenders.
• Perform searches of people, places, and objects.
• Conduct rescue functions including CPR and basic first aid.
• Control violent or uncooperative offenders and defend self/others.
• Load, unload, and use firearms; maintain professional demeanor.
• Communicate effectively with offenders, staff, and the public.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Office.

Skills

Offender supervision

Weapons & security equipment

Search procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Officer III (S)

Position Number

60063695

Grade

CR07

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

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction Division of Institution is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career path in public safety.

This posting is for one (1) Regional Correctional Transportation Officer positions, that will report directly to the Region Transportation Sergeant in the Central Region Office, which is in Raleigh, NC, Wake County, but will serve the geographic area of the region as needed to transport offender(s), in departmental vehicles. These position will be 8-hour shifts Mon-Fri with possible callback. Start times will vary depending on transportation trip schedule. Must be flexible and available to work weekends, holidays and possible evenings based on operational needs. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Key Duties Include:

• Exercising independent decision-making within established policies and
  procedures due to physical separation from supervisory personnel.
• Providing custody supervision of offender(s) in their custody and control.
• Enforcing rules and regulations for safety, health, and protection of offenders.
• Performing searches of people, places, and objects.
• Performing rescue functions to include CPR, basic first aid, physically
  removing people from dangerous areas and using fire equipment to include
  fire hoses, extinguishers and breathing apparatuses.
• Establishing and maintaining control of violent or uncooperative offenders.
  Being able to defend oneself or others against violent attacks.
• Loading, unloading, aiming, and firing handguns, shotguns, and rifles at the
  level of proficiency required, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times
  to include times of mental and verbal abuse by offender.
• Effectively communicate with offenders, staff, and members of the public.
• Will perform other duties assigned by the Regional Office.

The selected candidates may be required to work any shift including weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staff coverage. This position is considered essential and will be required to report during times of inclement weather.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $41,558.00 - $54,078.00

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:

• Documented experience in offender supervision
• Documented experience with weapons and other security equipment
• Documented experience with searches

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

State Benefits Information:

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

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

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

CJ ROLE

To be considered for a Correctional Officer III position, (Correctional Transportation Officer) 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

Repost - Previous Applicants Do Not Need To ReapplyIn Order To Be Considered For This Vacancy. We Will Be Recruiting For Position 60066233 With This Post:

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.

Please note that if there are no fully qualified candidates for the position, management may consider trainee candidates. Trainees must successfully meet all requirements in order to move up to the fully qualified job classification. Trainee salaries will be less than that of those employees who are fully qualified. The pay is adjusted when the employee is fully qualified.

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.

Supplemental Application Information:

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.

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

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. 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

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 aDD-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 DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

PREA Requirement

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

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

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency 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. Minimum Education and Experience for a Trainee Appointment High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma 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.

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.

Recruiter:

Ingrid Watson

Email:

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