Correctional Sergeant lll

State of North Carolina•527 Commerce Drive Pasquotank, NC

1d•$41,206 - $72,113•Onsite

About The Position

This position is assigned to Pasquotank Correctional Institution located in Elizabeth City, NC. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer III's in close-custody institutions with restrictive and controlled housing. Positions assign lower-level custody staff to a particular area or post. Employees oversee officer activities and performance and ensure that the custody, security and welfare of inmates is maintained. Employees arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed according to policy. Employees at this level supervise more staff than recognized in the lower-level Correctional Sergeant I or II. Positions report directly to a Correctional Lieutenant III and/or the Correctional Housing Unit Manager. Ensures that staff is fully trained and that proper conduct, actions and procedures are followed. Maintains facility security through regular inspections to ensure compliance with governing regulations and standards relating to facility maintenance and health and safety of inmates. Gives direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies. May refer inmates to restrictive housing for temporary assignment. May lead staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s). Responds to emergency situations, searches for escaped offenders, and transports offenders. Conducts and/or supervises searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband. Investigates and takes action, where appropriate, regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints. Prepares and reviews a variety of reports. Completes annual performance evaluations and assists in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline. Conducts staff briefing sessions. Performs other related duties as required. Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

Requirements

Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. 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
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Oversee officer activities and performance to ensure custody, security, and welfare of inmates.
Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage.
Implement operational procedures and ensure rules and regulations are followed.
Ensure staff is fully trained and that proper conduct, actions, and procedures are followed.
Maintain facility security through regular inspections.
Give direction during drills, searches, and in emergencies.
Refer inmates to restrictive housing for temporary assignment.
Lead staff in carrying out tactical assignments.
Respond to emergency situations, search for escaped offenders, and transport offenders.
Conduct and/or supervise searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
Investigate and take action regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
Prepare and review a variety of reports.
Complete annual performance evaluations.
Assist in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline.
Conduct staff briefing sessions.