State of North Carolina
Correctional Officer (Western Region-NC)
State of North Carolina, Swain, New York, United States, 14884
Overview
Correctional Officer (Western Region-NC) Base pay range: $37,621.00/yr - $54,078.00/yr. Salary details: This range is provided by the State of North Carolina. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Agency: Adult Correction; Division: (as applicable); Job Classification Title: Correctional Officer I (S); Position Number: (as applicable); Grade: CR05 Description of Work
Salary Range: $37,621-$54,078 Salary Grade: NC05-NC07 All hires are eligible for a $3,000 Sign-on Bonus. Positions are eligible for the employee referral bonus program ($1,000). We recruit for Correctional Officer I, II, and III levels statewide within our agency, reflecting different custody levels and supervisory requirements. Responsibilities
Ensure the care, custody, and control of offenders. Tour assigned areas; periodically climbing stairs; observe offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors. Identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems to ensure safety and security measures are taken. Perform general security duties to prevent escape, disorder, rule infractions, and harm to offenders, visitors, and staff. Search offenders, visitors, cells, and other areas for weapons and contraband. Monitor and regulate offender and staff movement. Maintain and record offender counts, cell assignments, and other pertinent information. Escort offenders within and outside the institution. Use and maintain keys and other equipment; supervise offender work details. Specific security duties vary by post-assignment. Minimum Qualifications
Active Driver's License. High School diploma or GED; for various levels, see Education and Experience requirements below. Education and Experience
Correctional Officer I: High School diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer II: High School diploma or GED and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer III: High School diploma or GED and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some postings allow 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. Work Schedule
This is a full-time position. Must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed, or split shifts. Shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Appearance and Compliance
Employees must adhere to appearance and grooming standards and comply with related policies. Veteran and National Guard Preferences
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach required documentation (NGB 23A, DD-256, or NGB-22 as applicable). Equal Opportunity and Accessibility
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available during hiring and employment. The department adheres to merit-based recruitment under the State Human Resources Act. Contact
Recruiter: Stephanie Miller Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov
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Correctional Officer (Western Region-NC) Base pay range: $37,621.00/yr - $54,078.00/yr. Salary details: This range is provided by the State of North Carolina. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Agency: Adult Correction; Division: (as applicable); Job Classification Title: Correctional Officer I (S); Position Number: (as applicable); Grade: CR05 Description of Work
Salary Range: $37,621-$54,078 Salary Grade: NC05-NC07 All hires are eligible for a $3,000 Sign-on Bonus. Positions are eligible for the employee referral bonus program ($1,000). We recruit for Correctional Officer I, II, and III levels statewide within our agency, reflecting different custody levels and supervisory requirements. Responsibilities
Ensure the care, custody, and control of offenders. Tour assigned areas; periodically climbing stairs; observe offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors. Identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems to ensure safety and security measures are taken. Perform general security duties to prevent escape, disorder, rule infractions, and harm to offenders, visitors, and staff. Search offenders, visitors, cells, and other areas for weapons and contraband. Monitor and regulate offender and staff movement. Maintain and record offender counts, cell assignments, and other pertinent information. Escort offenders within and outside the institution. Use and maintain keys and other equipment; supervise offender work details. Specific security duties vary by post-assignment. Minimum Qualifications
Active Driver's License. High School diploma or GED; for various levels, see Education and Experience requirements below. Education and Experience
Correctional Officer I: High School diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer II: High School diploma or GED and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer III: High School diploma or GED and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Some postings allow 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. Work Schedule
This is a full-time position. Must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed, or split shifts. Shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Appearance and Compliance
Employees must adhere to appearance and grooming standards and comply with related policies. Veteran and National Guard Preferences
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach required documentation (NGB 23A, DD-256, or NGB-22 as applicable). Equal Opportunity and Accessibility
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available during hiring and employment. The department adheres to merit-based recruitment under the State Human Resources Act. Contact
Recruiter: Stephanie Miller Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov
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