Lead Correctional Sergeant III – Security & Supervision

State of North Carolina - Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 41,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina's Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Sergeant III (S) at Bertie Correctional Institution in Windsor. This role provides first-line supervision of Officer III staff in a close custody setting and directs post assignments to maintain security and inmate welfare.

You will coordinate shift coverage, oversee inspections, and participate in drills, reporting, and disciplinary processes to ensure policy compliance and staff readiness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; three years of experience as a Correctional Officer.
• Alternative: two years as Correctional Officer III or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be eligible for certification by the NC CJ Education and Training Standards Commission.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line supervision to Correctional Officer IIIs and IIIs in a close custody institution.
• Assign staff to posts and monitor activity to ensure custody, security, and welfare of inmates.
• Lead drills, searches, and emergency responses; supervise investigations and reporting.
• Complete performance evaluations and assist in employee discipline as required.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Emergency Response

Policy Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Three years of experience as a Correctional Officer

Two years as Correctional Officer III

Job description

The State of North Carolina's Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Sergeant III (S) at Bertie Correctional Institution in Windsor. This role provides first-line supervision of Officer III staff in a close custody setting and directs post assignments to maintain security and inmate welfare.

You will coordinate shift coverage, oversee inspections, and participate in drills, reporting, and disciplinary processes to ensure policy compliance and staff readiness.