Warden IV

State of North Carolina; Wadesboro (NC); On-site; USD 71,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking a disciplined Warden IV for Anson Correctional Institution in Anson County, NC. You will oversee custody, programs, food service, administration, and maintenance to ensure safe operation.

Responsibilities include setting goals, managing staff, developing internal policies, and reporting to the Central Region Director; the role requires leadership in a complex, state-run facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of supervisory/administrative experience in corrections or related work.
• Must be eligible for certification by NC CJETS Commission.
• Experience in managing custody, programs, and administrative functions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage services at Anson Correctional Institution.
• Set goals and priorities for each component within the prison.
• Hire, discipline, coach, and train staff; report to the Central Region Director.

Skills

Leadership experience

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Information

Title: Correctional Facility Administrator (NS)

Agency: Adult Correction

Division: COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Position Number: 60058393

Grade: NC21

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

This position is located at Anson Correctional Institution, Polkton, NC in Anson County.

• This facility houses female offenders in close and medium custody housing units and male offenders in a minimum custody unit.
• The facility offers a wide variety of educational, vocational, and training programs for men and women.
• Correction Enterprises operates the offender packaging operation at Anson, a partnership with Union Supply Direct through the Prison Industry Enhancement Program (PIE). Family and friends can order a package of goods from a pre-approved shopping list to send to an offender. Orders are packaged by offenders and shipped quarterly.

Responsible for administering established policies and procedures for the daily operation of a medium/close custody correctional facility, which includes:

• Custody
• Programs
• Food service
• Administration (human resources and fiscal)
• Maintenance

Overall Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall planning, directing, and management of these services as well as overseeing the management of the offender population at Anson Correctional Institution
• Sets goals and priorities for each component within the prison and makes modifications as needed
• May develop internal policies and guidelines
• Directly involved with hiring, disciplining, coaching and training employees
• This position reports directly to the Central Region Director.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $70,627.00 - $137,724.00

This Position Is Exempt and is EXEMPT from certain provisions of the State Human Resources Act (GS 126).

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:

Management Preference: Documented Experience working as a Correctional Captain/OIC for Institutions

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

Internal Posting - This is an Internal Posting open only for current North Carolina Department of Adult Correction Employees, and eligible State Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates from North Carolina State Government, or current temporary employees.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

State Benefits Information:

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

Visit the State Benefits website State Benefits for additional information.

CJ ROLE Eligibility

To be considered for Warden IV 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.

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 from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of supervisory, administrative, or consultative 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.