State of North Carolina
Correctional Officer (Western Region-NC)
State of North Carolina, Polk, Pennsylvania, United States, 16342
Correctional Officer (Western Region-NC) – Overview
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Base pay range:
$37,621.00/yr - $54,078.00/yr Agency: Adult Correction Division Job Classification Title:
Correctional Officer I (S) Position Number Grade:
CR05 About Us
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. Description of Work
All hires are eligible for a $3,000 Sign on Bonus. Additionally, positions are eligible for employee referral bonus program ($1,000). Ready to make a difference? The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career path in public safety. We are seeking full-time employees to join our team as Correctional Officers and are pleased to announce the new Step Pay Plan approved by the NC Legislature. This pay-plan offers competitive starting salaries and guaranteed annual increases based on each year of experience as a North Carolina Correctional Officer. Those with prior North Carolina Correctional Officer experience can return to employment with full credit in the pay plan for each year of experience as well. We recruit for Correctional Officer I, II, and III levels statewide within our agency. Correctional Officer I: Minimum oversight with certain entry/exit permissions; Correctional Officer II: Medium oversight; Correctional Officer III: Close supervision with controlled movement. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preference:
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. Required
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. When choosing your county of residence or desired location of work, please refer to the Facilities Map. Responsibilities
Ensure the care, custody, and control of offenders. Tour assigned areas and observe offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors. Identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems and implement appropriate safety and security measures. 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 offender counts and cell assignments. Escort offenders within and outside the institution; use and maintain keys and equipment. Supervise offender work details; specific security duties vary by post-assignment. Personal Appearance: Employees must adhere to appearance and grooming standards. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position. Shifts may include rotating, fixed, or split shifts with days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Minimum Education And Experience
Correctional Officer I: High School or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer II: High School or GED and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination. Correctional Officer III: High School or GED and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Must be eligible for certification by the NC CJ Standards Commission. Equal Opportunity
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The state provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. We recruit under the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan; salaries based on qualifications, equity, and budget. Recruiter Contact
Recruiter: Stephanie Miller Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov Seniorities
Seniority level: Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
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Join to apply for the
Correctional Officer (Western Region-NC)
role at
State of North Carolina . Job Details
Base pay range:
$37,621.00/yr - $54,078.00/yr Agency: Adult Correction Division Job Classification Title:
Correctional Officer I (S) Position Number Grade:
CR05 About Us
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. Description of Work
All hires are eligible for a $3,000 Sign on Bonus. Additionally, positions are eligible for employee referral bonus program ($1,000). Ready to make a difference? The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career path in public safety. We are seeking full-time employees to join our team as Correctional Officers and are pleased to announce the new Step Pay Plan approved by the NC Legislature. This pay-plan offers competitive starting salaries and guaranteed annual increases based on each year of experience as a North Carolina Correctional Officer. Those with prior North Carolina Correctional Officer experience can return to employment with full credit in the pay plan for each year of experience as well. We recruit for Correctional Officer I, II, and III levels statewide within our agency. Correctional Officer I: Minimum oversight with certain entry/exit permissions; Correctional Officer II: Medium oversight; Correctional Officer III: Close supervision with controlled movement. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences
Management Preference:
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. Required
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. When choosing your county of residence or desired location of work, please refer to the Facilities Map. Responsibilities
Ensure the care, custody, and control of offenders. Tour assigned areas and observe offender activity in person and on closed-circuit monitors. Identify offenders who have behavioral, medical, or other problems and implement appropriate safety and security measures. 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 offender counts and cell assignments. Escort offenders within and outside the institution; use and maintain keys and equipment. Supervise offender work details; specific security duties vary by post-assignment. Personal Appearance: Employees must adhere to appearance and grooming standards. Work Schedule: This is a full-time position. Shifts may include rotating, fixed, or split shifts with days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required. Minimum Education And Experience
Correctional Officer I: High School or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience. Correctional Officer II: High School or GED and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination. Correctional Officer III: High School or GED and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; or equivalent combination. Necessary Special Qualifications: Must be eligible for certification by the NC CJ Standards Commission. Equal Opportunity
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The state provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. We recruit under the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan; salaries based on qualifications, equity, and budget. Recruiter Contact
Recruiter: Stephanie Miller Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov Seniorities
Seniority level: Entry level Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Other Get notified about new Correctional Officer jobs in Polk, PA.
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