Correctional Sergeant lll - Anson Correctional Institution
About The Position
Reporting directly to the Correctional Lieutenant III and/or Correctional Housing Unit Manager, this position provides first line supervision to Correctional Officer III’s at a multi-custody female correctional facility. Job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Assigning lower level custody staff and overseeing Correctional Officer activities and performance. 2. Arranging work schedule rules to ensure staff coverage. 3. Implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to DAC policy and procedures. 4. Giving direction during drills, searches, and emergencies. 5. Referring offenders to Restrictive Housing for temporary assignment as needed. 6. Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s) as needed. 7. Responding to emergency situations, searching for escaped offenders, and transporting offenders. 8. Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband. 9. Investigate and take action when appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints. 10. Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports. 11. Completing annual performance evaluations and assisting in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline. 12. Conducting staff briefing sessions.
Requirements
- High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma AND three years of experience as a Correctional Officer, OR two years of experience as a Correctional Officer III; 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.
- 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
- Documented knowledge Prison Policies and Procedures, and/or Facility Operations.
Responsibilities
- Assigning lower level custody staff and overseeing Correctional Officer activities and performance.
- Arranging work schedule rules to ensure staff coverage.
- Implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to DAC policy and procedures.
- Giving direction during drills, searches, and emergencies.
- Referring offenders to Restrictive Housing for temporary assignment as needed.
- Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s) as needed.
- Responding to emergency situations, searching for escaped offenders, and transporting offenders.
- Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
- Investigate and take action when appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
- Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports.
- Completing annual performance evaluations and assisting in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline.
- Conducting staff briefing sessions.
Benefits
- Health Insurance options
- Retirement Plans
- NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
