SRG Correctional Lieutenant III - Warren Correctional Institution

NC Department of Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 43,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Security Risk Group Lieutenant to oversee daily operations related to the Security Risk Group population. This full-time position involves supervising an intelligence team, managing incidents, and ensuring safety within a correctional facility. The role requires documented experience in offender discipline, emergency response, and working with Security Risk Groups. Join a team committed to the safety and rehabilitation of individuals in custody, where your expertise will play a crucial role in maintaining order and security. If you are passionate about making a difference in the correctional system, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

State Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Experience in discipline and rehabilitation of offenders in correctional facilities.
• Knowledgeable in emergency response procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Intelligence Team and manage SRG-related incidents.
• Maintain information on activities posing risks to public and staff.

Skills

Emergency response procedures

Discipline and rehabilitation methods

Working with Security Risk Group populations

Intelligence gathering

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

This position has required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). Please review them carefully. If you have the required KSAsfor this position, enter a detailed description in the WORK EXPERIENCE section of your application. Remember to SAVE each job entry and be thorough.

**This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY for current employees of the NC Department of Adult Correction and eligible RIF candidates from NC State Government.**

***This is a REPOST. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.***

The primary purpose of the Security Risk Group (SRG) Lieutenant for the facility is to manage the day-to-day functions related to the Security Risk Group (SRG) population and serve as the lead for the facility in working with SRG intel. Additionally, this position reports to the Associate Warden of Operations at a medium custody male correctional facility and the job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Overseeing, supervising, and providing guidance for the Intelligence Team to include the Security Risk Group Intelligence Officer (SRGIO) in SRG related issues/incidents at the facility level.
2. Maintaining a source of accumulative information regarding any activities or persons that may pose a risk to the general public, staff, offenders, or the orderly operation of a prison facility.
3. Providing security, supervision and gathering of intelligence for potential incidents involving gang activity and related data.
4. Overseeing the investigation process for SRG-related issues/incidents at the facility level.
5. Monitoring trends, tracking the validation process, and tracking progress of all SRG programs.
6. Serving as liaison to the Division of Institutions at the facility level.
7. Interacting on a daily basis with facility staff and leadership regarding all SRG matters.
8. Serving as the primary resource and subject matter expert for all facility staff by providing oversight and guidance in the performance of SRG duties.
9. Completing required reports, i.e. SRG Reports, Disciplinary Reports, Incident Reports, Use of Force Reports, Accident Reports, etc. within designated time frame per NCDAC Policy and Procedures & Facility Standard Operating Procedures.
10. Ensuring offenders are moved throughout the institution in a safe, secure and orderly manner.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business needs.

As of January 1, 2025, there are new increase adjustments to the state pay plan which were approved by the State Human Resources Commission, effective January 1, 2025. The new salary range will be $43,738 - $76,542. Prior applicants will remain under consideration and do not need to reapply.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC11 (Salary Range: $43,738 - $76,542). 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 Warren Correctional Institution:

Warren Correctional Institution is a medium custody facility located in Manson, NC which houses approximately 725 male offenders. The facility provides offender labor to one Correction Enterprises operation located off site: The Janitorial Product Plant manufactures a variety of cleaning products, soap, and plastic bags that are sold to various agencies/companies.

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. (We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application.)

To qualify for this position, applicants must document in the work experience section of the application that they possess ALL of the following:

1. Documented experience of the methods and procedures of discipline and rehabilitation of offenders confined to a correctional facility.
2. Documented knowledgeable in emergency response procedures.
3. Documented knowledge and/or experience working with Security Risk Group (SRG) populations and intel.

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 https://oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.

High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND three years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant, or two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant III; 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.

Come Join Us To Make A Difference!

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes Institutions with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff in state prisons as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.

The Division of Institutions is one of the divisions in DAC and employs a variety of staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual in our custody.

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.

DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• 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 a NGB-23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD-256 or NGB-22.
• If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
• 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.
• 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.
• Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1, applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.

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If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Celeste Robinson by phone at 919-582-6116 or by email at [e-mail].