Correctional Sergeant l

State of North Carolina527 Commerce Drive Pasquotank, NC
$35,984 - $62,971Onsite

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. 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

  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of Facility Operations
  • Knowledge of Prisons’ Policy and Procedures
  • No less than 2 years’ work experience as a Correctional Officer

Responsibilities

  • Oversee officer activities and performance
  • Ensure 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
  • Ensure staff is fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed
  • Maintain facility security through regular inspections
  • Give direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies
  • Lead staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s)
  • Respond to emergency situations
  • Search for escaped offenders
  • 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

  • State Benefits
  • Variety of leave options
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Insurance
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