Recreation Programs Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation/Sick/Community Service

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Department of Adult Correction seeks a Recreation Coordinator at Pamlico Correctional Institution to lead the offenders' recreational program, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and a comprehensive annual recreation plan.

The role requires coordinating leisure, structured and special activities, managing equipment, and coordinating with staff, management and community volunteers to promote well-being and accessible programming for inmates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services or criminal justice field and one year of experience in corrections or related work.
• Thorough knowledge of prison policies and procedures through at least 2 years’ work in a correctional facility.
• Knowledge of community services and programs to support offender reintegration.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the recreational program for offenders, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with staff, management and community volunteers to implement activities.

Skills

Corrections experience

Community services knowledge

Program activity development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or criminal justice

Job description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Programs Supervisor (S)

Position Number

60073788

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

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This position is located Pamlico Correctional Institution. This position serves as the Recreation Coordinator and is responsible for the overall recreational program for offenders in a state prison facility. This position reports to the Associate Warden for Programs and must ensure that performance-based standards and expected practices are established and met. The position will be accountable for the development, implementation and maintenance of the recreational program to include accountability of compliance for accreditation. The position will develop a comprehensive annual recreation plan to promote the physical, mental, emotional and social well-being of the population. The recreation plan will include leisure activities, structured activities, special activities and recognition activities that involve both the facility and the community. The position responsibilities will include recreational activity planning and oversight; seasonal and holiday events; equipment and supply purchasing, inventory and distribution;

evaluation of recreational areas; proper maintenance of equipment and areas; oversight of library access for all offenders (books, movies); and coordinating plans with staff and management. The position will ensure offenders with disabilities and close custody and/or restrictive housing offenders have access to all recreational programs within their assigned restrictions. The position will coordinate with community agencies to enrich programs, establish new programs and work with community volunteers. The position will oversee staff and offenders during recreational programs but will not be responsible for an inmate caseload.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade: $39,244-68,679

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

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:

• Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures of Prisons operations through at least 2 years’ work experience in a correctional facility.
• Documented knowledge of services available from the community and other public and private programs through work experience or personal volunteer experience.
• Documented work experience developing or supporting activities or events for a large group of individuals.

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.

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

Supplemental Application Information:

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.

Criminal Justice Certified Positions:

• 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 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 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.”

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.

Bachelor’s degree in a human services or criminal justice field from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in corrections or related work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training 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.