Correctional Associate Warden

State of North CarolinaCape Carteret, NC
$50,088 - $87,654Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Carteret Correctional Center in Carteret County, NC and houses minimum custody male offenders. Reporting directly to the Correctional Warden, the Correctional Associate Warden of Operations is responsible for assisting the Warden in the total operations of the facility. Additionally, this position has direct management and supervisory responsibility for the operations of several critical functions to include the general day-to-day and the 24-hour operation of the facility.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of supervisory, administrative or consultative experience in corrections or related work; OR High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience at or above the Correctional Lieutenant level; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Nice To Haves

  • Documented skills in supervision and management techniques
  • Documented knowledge of supportive counseling or treatment programs
  • Documented knowledge of services available to individuals from the community and other public and private programs

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the safety and security of the housing of male offenders housed at a minimum custody correctional institution and ensuring the safety of the staff and general public.
  • Working closely with supervisors to provide guidance and direction on prison policies and
  • Providing direction and structure for the work of the Correctional Captains, Correctional Lieutenants, Correctional Sergeants Correctional Officers, and support staff.
  • During any extended period of absence of the Warden.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance options
  • Retirement Plans
  • NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
  • Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
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