State of North Carolina
Correctional Officer (South Central Region-NC)
State of North Carolina, Lee, New Hampshire, us, 03861
Correctional Officer (South Central Region-NC)
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State of North Carolina Overview
NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. We have a mission that matters! Salary Range: $37,621-$54,078 Salary Grade: NC05-NC07 All hires are eligible for a $3,000 Sign on Bonus. Additionally, positions are eligible for employee referral bonus program ($1,000). Responsibilities
Ensure the care, custody, and control of offenders. Officers must tour assigned areas which will require: periodically climbing stairs. observing offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors. identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems so that appropriate safety and security measures may be taken. and perform general security duties to prevent escape, disorder, rule infractions, and harm to offenders, visitors, and staff. The general security duties performed by officers require them to: 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. and supervise offender work details. Specific security duties vary by post-assignment. Qualifications
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. Correctional Officer I: High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer II: High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer III: High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; 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. Other job details
Some NC prisons contain more than one custody level of offenders. There may not be a current vacancy at all facilities. Offenders are assigned to various "custody" levels including "Minimum," "Medium," and "Close" which identifies the level of supervision that is required. As such, each Correctional Officer level of classification below corresponds with the custody level of offenders that they will be supervising. Applicant must have an active Driver's License. Work location: refer to Facilities Map when choosing county of residence or desired location of work. Work schedule
This is a full-time position. However, employees must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed shift, or split shift. All shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Other information
We have a mission that matters! Come Join Us! The NC Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces an Employment First philosophy. We are committed to reasonable accommodation during hiring and employment. This position uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan. Hiring salary will be based on qualifications, internal equity, and budget considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to listed education or work experience. EEO Statement: The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious beliefs, and other protected characteristics. Recruiter: Stephanie Miller Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov Seniority level
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State of North Carolina Overview
NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. We have a mission that matters! Salary Range: $37,621-$54,078 Salary Grade: NC05-NC07 All hires are eligible for a $3,000 Sign on Bonus. Additionally, positions are eligible for employee referral bonus program ($1,000). Responsibilities
Ensure the care, custody, and control of offenders. Officers must tour assigned areas which will require: periodically climbing stairs. observing offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors. identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems so that appropriate safety and security measures may be taken. and perform general security duties to prevent escape, disorder, rule infractions, and harm to offenders, visitors, and staff. The general security duties performed by officers require them to: 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. and supervise offender work details. Specific security duties vary by post-assignment. Qualifications
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. Correctional Officer I: High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer II: High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer III: High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; 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. Other job details
Some NC prisons contain more than one custody level of offenders. There may not be a current vacancy at all facilities. Offenders are assigned to various "custody" levels including "Minimum," "Medium," and "Close" which identifies the level of supervision that is required. As such, each Correctional Officer level of classification below corresponds with the custody level of offenders that they will be supervising. Applicant must have an active Driver's License. Work location: refer to Facilities Map when choosing county of residence or desired location of work. Work schedule
This is a full-time position. However, employees must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed shift, or split shift. All shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Other information
We have a mission that matters! Come Join Us! The NC Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces an Employment First philosophy. We are committed to reasonable accommodation during hiring and employment. This position uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan. Hiring salary will be based on qualifications, internal equity, and budget considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to listed education or work experience. EEO Statement: The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious beliefs, and other protected characteristics. Recruiter: Stephanie Miller Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
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