Correctional Sergeant II - Nash Correctional Institution
About The Position
The Correctional Sergeant II works at Nash Correctional Institution, a medium-custody male correctional facility, and reports to the Correctional Housing Unit Manager I. The position provides first-line supervision of Correctional Officer IIs and helps maintain the custody, security, and welfare of offenders. The sergeant may serve as the Officer-in-Charge when the highest-ranking custody staff member on the premises. The role includes assigning custody staff to posts, coordinating schedules and shift coverage, ensuring staff training and compliance with policies and procedures, inspecting the facility, and responding to emergencies and security incidents. The sergeant also supervises searches, investigates security issues and complaints, and prepares reports and performance evaluations. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. The selected candidate may work any shift and must work weekends and holidays to support 24/7 staff coverage. The posting is open to current North Carolina Department of Adult Correction employees, eligible state government reduction-in-force candidates, and current temporary employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and either two years and six months of experience as a Correctional Officer, two years of experience as a Correctional Officer II, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.
- Must meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements, pass a criminal background check and drug screening, successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations, and possess a valid driver's license.
- Applicants must complete the state application, including education history, full work experience details, and applicable certificates and licenses.
Nice To Haves
- Documented knowledge of Prisons' policies and procedures and/or facility procedures.
Responsibilities
- Assign lower-level custody staff to an area or post.
- Evaluate and oversee officer activities and performance, ensuring the custody, security, and welfare of offenders.
- Coordinate work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement standard operating procedures, and ensure compliance with DAC policies, rules, and regulations.
- Manage the facility when serving as the highest-ranking custody staff member on the premises or as Officer-in-Charge.
- Ensure staff are fully trained and follow proper conduct, actions, and procedures.
- Conduct regular inspections to maintain facility security and ensure compliance with regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance, health, and safety.
- Respond to distress codes, escapes, and offender transportation needs; communicate instructions during emergencies, drills, and searches.
- Conduct or supervise searches of offenders, 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.
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
