Correctional Sergeant l

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Sergeant I (S) Position Number 60057045 Grade NC07 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 assigned to Pasquotank Correctional Institution located in Elizabeth City, NC. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to correctional Officers I, increasing the custody and security coverage. Position assigns lower-level custody staff to a particular area or post. employees oversee officer activities and performance and ensure that the custody, security, and welfare of inmates is maintained. Employees arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy. Position reports directly to a Correctional Housing Unit Manager I and/or a Correctional Housing Unit Manager II. Ensures that staff is fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed. Maintains facility security through regular inspections to ensure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of inmates. Gives direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies. May lead staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s). Responds to emergency situations, searches for escaped offenders, and transports offenders. Conducts and/or supervises searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband. Investigates and takes action, where appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints. Prepares and reviews reports. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences: Salary Range:  $35,984 - $62,971 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: Knowledge of Facility Operations. Knowledge of Prisons’ Policy and Procedures. This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above. This is a REPOST   Previous applicants do not need to reapply to be considered Necessary Special Qualifications : MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. To be considered for a Correctional Sergeant I 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 Required Adverse Weather Reporting: This position is designated as “Mandatory” and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. 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. Note to Current State Employees:  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 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. Supplemental Application Information : The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (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. Education Equivalency Verification: The State of North Carolina/Office of State Hum