Correctional Officer I - Marion Correctional Institution

State of North Carolina • 355 Old Glenwood Road Mcdowell, NC

1d • $42,512 - $74,396 • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a Correctional Officer I position at The Governor’s Western Residence in Asheville, NC (Buncombe County). The position will be assigned to Marion Correctional Institution, located in Marion, NC (McDowell County), and will perform duties at the Governor’s Western Residence as needed. In addition to responsibilities at the facility, this position will work under the direction of and provide security support to the Director of the Executive Mansion.

Requirements

• High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the mansion due to maximum response to visitor request or special instructions is 30 minutes.
• 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 in Offender Supervision.
• Documented experience with Contraband Searches.

Responsibilities

• Provide secure transportation of offender(s) to and from the residence in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Conduct daily security, safety, and sanitation inspections of the residence.
• Assign and oversee the daily duties and work assignments of offenders assigned to the residence.
• Maintain and ensure the proper care and operational condition of equipment assigned to the residence and grounds.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, as needed to support the operations, security, and maintenance of the residence and grounds.
• Participate in rotating on-call duties and may be called upon to respond to needs or issues outside of normal working hours.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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