State of North Carolina
Correctional Officer (South Central Region-NC)
State of North Carolina, Pender, Nebraska, United States, 68047
Correctional Officer (South Central Region-NC)
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Correctional Officer (South Central Region-NC)
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Base pay range $37,621.00/yr - $54,078.00/yr
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!
Description of Work 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).
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.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Management Preferences Management Preference
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
All applications received will be reviewed and considered for all three levels of Correctional Officer (Officer I, II, and III) based upon the individual qualifications of each applicant as well as the business needs of the Institution.
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.
Officers must tour assigned areas which will require periodically climbing stairs.
Observe 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.
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.
Personal Appearance Employees must adhere to an appearance and grooming standard. Every employee is mandated to be in compliance with this policy.
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.
Minimum Education And Experience 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 GED and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Correctional Officer III: High School or GED 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.
EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Contact Recruiter: Stephanie Miller
Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov
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Correctional Officer (South Central Region-NC)
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State of North Carolina
Base pay range $37,621.00/yr - $54,078.00/yr
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!
Description of Work 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).
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.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Management Preferences Management Preference
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.
All applications received will be reviewed and considered for all three levels of Correctional Officer (Officer I, II, and III) based upon the individual qualifications of each applicant as well as the business needs of the Institution.
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.
Officers must tour assigned areas which will require periodically climbing stairs.
Observe 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.
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.
Personal Appearance Employees must adhere to an appearance and grooming standard. Every employee is mandated to be in compliance with this policy.
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.
Minimum Education And Experience 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 GED and one year of experience as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Correctional Officer III: High School or GED 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.
EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Contact Recruiter: Stephanie Miller
Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
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Other
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