Correctional Sergeant ll

State of North Carolina•Halifax, NC
•$39,244 - $68,679•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Sergeant II is a first-line supervisor at Roanoke River Correctional Institution in Halifax County, North Carolina, assigned to the medium/minimum custody facility. The position supervises Correctional Officer II staff in the medium-custody facility and Correctional Officer I staff in the minimum-custody facility, ensuring the custody, security, and welfare of incarcerated people. The role may also involve supervising people in restrictive housing. The sergeant conducts shift lineups; assigns staff to duty areas and posts; and checks that personnel are physically and mentally capable of performing their assignments. The position maintains and reviews time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms. It also accounts for people and funds, ensures assigned equipment is operationally ready, implements operating procedures, and ensures that policies and regulations are followed. This position is designated mandatory and must report to work or remain on duty during adverse weather events. The salary range is $39,244–$68,679.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED and two years six months of experience as a Correctional Officer, or two years of experience as a Correctional Officer II, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training and 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of facility operations.
  • Knowledge of Prisons' policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Provide first-line supervision to Correctional Officer II staff in a medium-custody facility and Correctional Officer I staff in a minimum-custody facility.
  • Supervise officer activities and performance and ensure the custody, security, and welfare of incarcerated people.
  • Conduct shift lineups and assign staff to duty areas and posts.
  • Inspect personnel to determine whether they are physically and mentally capable of assuming assigned posts.
  • Complete, review, and maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
  • Account for persons and funds.
  • Ensure assigned equipment is operationally ready.
  • Implement operational procedures and ensure that rules and regulations are followed according to policy.
  • As applicable, supervise people in restrictive housing.
  • Report to work or stay over during adverse weather events, as the position is designated mandatory.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options
  • Retirement plans
  • NC Flex supplemental benefits
  • Paid vacation, sick, and community service leave
  • Paid parental leave
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