Correctional Sergeant III - (Southern CI)
About The Position
Reporting to a Correctional Lieutenant III, this position is responsible for first-line supervision to Correctional Officer III's in a close custody institution with restrictive and controlled housing. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Arranging work schedules to ensure shift coverage, assigning lower-level custody staff to a particular area/post, implementing operational procedures, and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy. Ensuring staff are fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed. Overseeing officer activities and performance by maintaining facility security through regular inspections. Ensuring compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of offenders are followed. Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignments, responding to emergency situations, and giving directions during drills, searches, and in emergencies. Ensuring the custody, security, and welfare of offenders are maintained. Referring offenders to restrictive housing for temporary assignment. Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband. Investigating and acting appropriately 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. Performing other related duties, as required.
Requirements
- High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience as a Correctional Officer
- Two years of experience as a Correctional Officer III
- An equivalent combination of education and experience
- MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training 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’ policy and procedures
Responsibilities
- Arranging work schedules to ensure shift coverage
- Assigning lower-level custody staff to a particular area/post
- Implementing operational procedures
- Ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy
- Ensuring staff are fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed
- Overseeing officer activities and performance by maintaining facility security through regular inspections
- Ensuring compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of offenders are followed
- Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignments, responding to emergency situations, and giving directions during drills, searches, and in emergencies
- Ensuring the custody, security, and welfare of offenders are maintained
- Referring offenders to restrictive housing for temporary assignment
- Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband
- Investigating and acting appropriately regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints
- Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports
- Completing annual performance evaluations
- Assisting in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline
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
