Correctional Sergeant I-Caldwell Correctional Center
About The Position
The Correctional Sergeant I position is located at Caldwell Correctional Center in Caldwell County, North Carolina, a facility that houses minimum-custody male offenders. The role provides first-line supervision to Correctional Officer I staff in a minimum-custody facility, supporting custody and security coverage. The position works shifts and rotating weekends, and may serve as the highest-ranking custody staff member on the grounds or as the Officer-in-Charge. It reports to a Correctional Warden and/or Correctional Assistant Warden. The position is designated as mandatory and must report to work or stay over during adverse weather events. Applicants must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission and meet the applicable criminal justice standards. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience as a correctional officer, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and two years of experience as a correctional officer, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training 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 knowledge of facility operations.
- Documented knowledge of prisons’ policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Conduct shift lineups, assign shifts, and inspect personnel to assess their physical and mental ability to assume assigned posts.
- Supervise and assign subordinate officers to specific areas or posts.
- Complete, review, and maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
- Account for persons and funds and ensure assigned equipment is operationally ready.
- Oversee subordinate officers’ activities related to the custody and welfare of offenders.
- Work rotating and varied duty assignments within the defined level of work.
- Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures, and ensure compliance with policies, rules, and regulations.
- Respond to emergencies, search for escaped offenders, and transport offenders.
- Conduct or supervise searches of offenders, living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Investigate and take appropriate action regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
Benefits
- Health insurance options
- Retirement plans
- NCFlex supplemental benefits
- Paid vacation, sick, and community service leave
- Paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
