Correctional Lieutenant lll - (Scotland CI)

State of North Carolina • Scotland Neck, NC

11h • $45,431 - $79,504 • Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Lieutenant III reports to and works closely with the Correctional Captain III, supervising subordinate staff assigned to work with male offenders at a minimum-, medium-, or close-custody state correctional facility. The role oversees shift operations, facility security, staff readiness and performance, and equipment and resource accountability. It also performs emergency response and rescue functions. This is a mandatory-reporting position during adverse weather events and works rotating shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED 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 North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission and 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 supervisory skills in a prison facility.
• Knowledge of facility operations.
• Knowledge of Prisons’ policies and procedures.
• Documented report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate staff, conduct shift line-ups, make shift assignments, and inspect personnel to determine whether they are physically and mentally capable of assuming assigned posts.
• Conduct investigations and search persons, places, and objects.
• Complete, review, and maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
• Inspect the facility and grounds for security; monitor posts to ensure officers are alert, discipline is maintained, and assignments are carried out properly.
• Perform rescue functions, including CPR, basic first aid, physically removing people from dangerous areas, and using firefighting equipment such as hoses, extinguishers, and breathing apparatuses.
• Identify staff training needs and coordinate training for subordinate staff.
• Account for persons and funds and ensure equipment is operationally ready for use.
• Report or stay over during adverse weather events, as required for this mandatory position.

Benefits

• State benefits, including health insurance options, retirement plans, NCFlex supplemental benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, community service leave, and paid parental leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED