Correctional Housing Unit Manager ll - Warren Correctional Institution

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Housing Unit Manager II (S) Position Number 60071371 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 Reporting to the Associate Warden of Custody & Operations at a medium custody male correctional facility, this position is responsible for first line supervision of Correctional Housing Unit Manager I’s. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Assuming responsibility for the overall management of the correctional housing unit. 2. Providing leadership and guidance to subordinate staff and ensuring staff are alert, properly trained, informed and prepared to perform their job responsibilities under a variety of conditions. 3. Coordinating work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy. 4. Managing a facility on occasion of being the highest-ranking custody staff on the premises or the Officer-in-Charge (OIC). 5. Ensuring that staff are fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are being followed. 6. Maintaining facility security through regular inspections to ensure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance, health, and safety of offenders. 7. Communicating effective instruction/direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies situations. 8. Responding to emergency situations such as; distress codes, escapes, and transportation of offenders. 9. Conducting and/or supervise searches of offenders, offender living areas and work areas for contraband. 10. Investigating and acting when appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints. 11. Preparing, reviewing reports and completing performance evaluations on subordinate staff. 12. Serving on a variety of institutional committees as needed. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences 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 but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Documented report writing skills. Documented knowledge of case management practices, or supportive counseling techniques and/or interviewing techniques for intake assessments. Documented knowledge of Prisons’ Policy and Procedures and/or Facility Operations. Compensation and Benefits The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Health Insurance options Retirement Plans NCFlex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. Salary Range $39,244 - $68,679 Workday Closure Notice This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date. This is a  full-time position  (40 hours per week) with established working hours and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business need. About Warren Correctional Institution   Warren Correctional Institution is a mixed custody facility that houses minimum, medium, and close custody offenders. The current capacity of Warren CI is 850 male offenders, with most offenders being housed in medium custody. Offenders at Warren Correctional Institution may work at the Correction Enterprises Janitorial Products Plant, gaining marketable job skills and self-confidence participating in the manufacturing of soap and cleaning products. Offenders at Warren Correctional Institution may also participate in vocational training and educational courses to earn their HiSet/GED. They may also participate in the At Both Ends of the Leash (ABEL) program, which provides an opportunity for offenders to train service animals for individuals with medical diagnoses or physical disabilities. Supplemental Application Information Application Process 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. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application . Applications must include : Complete education history (including high school) Full work experience details Certificates and licenses, if applicable Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. Applicants  may  be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered . Criminal Justice Certified Positions 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