Correctional Sergeant I - Alexander Correctional Institution
About The Position
Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer I’s in minimum-custody facilities, increasing the custody and security coverage. Positions assign 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. Positions may at times be the highest-ranking custody staff on the grounds or the Officer-in-Charge (OIC). Positions report to a Correctional Lieutenant I and/or a Correctional Assistant Superintendent.
Requirements
- 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.
- Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
- Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of the overall operation of correctional facilities.
- Working knowledge of various policies, procedures, rules, and regulations associated with the control and management of inmates.
Responsibilities
- Assign lower-level custody staff to a particular area or post
- Oversee officer activities and performance
- Ensure that the custody, security and welfare of inmates is maintained
- Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage
- Implement operational procedures
- Ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy
Benefits
- This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
- Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
