Correctional Sergeant I - Alexander Correctional Institution
About The Position
The Correctional Sergeant I works at Alexander Correctional Institution, a closed-custody male facility with approximately 1,000 beds in Taylorsville, North Carolina. The position reports to a Correctional Housing Unit Manager and oversees officer performance and activities to maintain the custody, security, and welfare of offenders. The role coordinates shift schedules, implements standard operating procedures, ensures compliance with rules and policies, and supports staff training and proper conduct. The sergeant maintains facility security through inspections and compliance with facility maintenance, health, and safety requirements. The position communicates instructions during drills, searches, and emergencies; responds to distress codes, escapes, and offender transportation needs; conducts or supervises searches for contraband; investigates security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints; and prepares and reviews reports and performance evaluations for subordinate staff. This position is designated mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
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.
Nice To Haves
- Documented knowledge of facility operations.
- Documented knowledge of prisons' policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and oversee officer activities and performance to maintain the custody, security, and welfare of offenders.
- Coordinate work schedules to ensure shift coverage.
- Implement standard operating procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy.
- Ensure staff are fully trained and proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed.
- Conduct regular inspections to maintain facility security and ensure compliance with applicable maintenance, health, and safety regulations and standards.
- Communicate instructions and directions during drills, searches, and emergency situations.
- Respond to emergencies, including distress codes, escapes, and offender transportation.
- Conduct or supervise searches of offenders, offender living areas, and work areas for contraband.
- Investigate and take appropriate action regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
- Prepare and review reports and complete performance evaluations for subordinate staff.
- Report to work or stay over during adverse weather events.
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
