Correctional Sergeant l
About The Position
This position is assigned to Pasquotank Correctional Institution located in Elizabeth City, NC. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to correctional Officers I, increasing the custody and security coverage. Position assigns lower-level custody staff to a particular area or post. employees oversee officer activities and performance and ensure that the custody, security, and welfare of inmates is maintained. Employees arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy. Position reports directly to a Correctional Housing Unit Manager I and/or a Correctional Housing Unit Manager II. Ensures that staff is fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed. Maintains facility security through regular inspections to ensure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of inmates. Gives direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies. May lead staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s). Responds to emergency situations, searches for escaped offenders, and transports offenders. Conducts and/or supervises searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband. Investigates and takes action, where appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints. Prepares and reviews reports.
Requirements
- 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
- High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a correctional officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Facility Operations.
- Knowledge of Prisons’ Policy and Procedures.
Responsibilities
- Supervise correctional officers and ensure custody and security coverage.
- Assign lower-level custody staff to specific areas or posts.
- Oversee officer activities and performance.
- Ensure the custody, security, and welfare of inmates.
- Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage.
- Implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed.
- Ensure staff is fully trained and follows proper conduct, actions, and procedures.
- Maintain facility security through regular inspections.
- Give direction during drills, searches, and emergencies.
- Lead staff in carrying out tactical assignments.
- Respond to emergency situations.
- Search for escaped offenders and transport offenders.
- Conduct and/or supervise searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Investigate and take action regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
- Prepare and review reports.
Benefits
- Health Insurance options
- Retirement Plans
- NC Flex 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
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
