Correctional Sergeant lll - (Scotland CI)

State of North Carolina•22385 McGirts Bridge Road Scotland, NC
•$41,206 - $72,113•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Sergeant III supervises subordinate officers and their assigned tasks and activities concerning the custody and welfare of male offenders at a Minimum/Medium/Close custody state correctional facility. The position reports to the Correctional Lieutenant III and is based at Scotland Correctional Institution in Laurinburg, North Carolina. The facility houses up to 1,800 male offenders. This is a full-time position working rotating shifts, with responsibility for ensuring 24/7 staffing coverage. The position is designated as mandatory during adverse weather events, requiring the employee to report to work or stay over. The salary range is $41,206–$72,113, and state benefits are provided.

Requirements

  • High school or 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 North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
  • Must meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302).
  • Must pass a criminal background check and produce a negative drug screening result.
  • Must successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

  • Knowledge of facility operations.
  • Knowledge of Prisons’ policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct shift line-ups, make shift assignments, and 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 and ensure assigned equipment is operationally ready.
  • Perform various duty assignments at the defined level of work and ensure 24/7 staffing coverage.
  • Supervise and assign subordinate officers to particular areas or posts and oversee their activities relating to the custody and welfare of offenders.
  • Report to work or stay over during adverse weather events, as required for this mandatory position.

Benefits

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