Correctional Lieutenant lll - Anson Correctional Institution

State of North CarolinaWadesboro, NC
$45,431 - $79,504Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to a Correctional Captain III at a multi-level female correctional facility, this position is distinguished from Correctional Lieutenant II based on increased staffing totals, supervision for the most dangerous and non-compliant offenders, larger offender population totals and the complexity of the facility operation which generally includes restrictive and controlled housing. The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!

Requirements

  • High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND three years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant, OR two years of experience as a Correctional Sergeant III; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.
  • 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

Nice To Haves

  • Documented experience with report writing.
  • Documented knowledge of Prison Policies & Procedures and/or Facility Operations.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting in planning, supervising, and coordinating activities in a correctional facility.
  • Supervising Correctional Sergeant III’s and potentially serving as the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) in absence of the Captain.
  • Assisting in planning and supervising personnel actions, administrative affairs, officers’ work schedules and coordinating activities involving discipline, security, and the welfare of the offender population.
  • Retaining responsibilities that are primarily custodial in nature serving as an assistant shift supervisor because of the large staffing structure.
  • Performing other related duties as needed.

Benefits

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