Correctional Sergeant III - (Southern CI)

Agency Adult Correction Division Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Sergeant III (S) Position Number 60068691 Grade NC09 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 Salary Range: $39,671 - $69,426 Reporting to a Correctional Lieutenant III, this position is responsible for first-line supervision to Correctional Officer III's in a close custody institution with restrictive and controlled housing. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: - Arranging work schedules to ensure shift coverage, assigning lower-level custody staff to a particular area/post, implementing operational procedures, and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy. - Ensuring staff are fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed. Overseeing officer activities and performance by maintaining facility security through regular inspections. - Ensuring compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of offenders are followed. - Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignments, responding to emergency situations, and giving directions during drills, searches, and in emergencies. - Ensuring the custody, security, and welfare of offenders are maintained. Referring offenders to restrictive housing for temporary assignment. - Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband. - Investigating and acting appropriately regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints. - Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports, completing annual performance evaluations, and assisting in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline. - Performing other related duties, as required. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Knowledge of facility operations Knowledge of Prisons policy and procedures Necessary Special Qualifications: MUST be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. This is a RE-POST of position 60068691. Previous applicants MUST RE-APPLY to be considered. Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is NC09. 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 Southern Correctional Institution: Southern Correctional Institution is located in Troy, North Carolina and houses up to 700 male offenders in a close, medium, and minimum custody facility. 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 three years of experience as a Correctional Officer Or Two years of experience as a Correctional Officer III Or An equivalent combination of education and experience. 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: Lyndsey Schrier Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the states largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. 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