Correctional Sergeant lll

State of North Carolina•Bertie County, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Correctional Sergeant III position is located at Bertie Correctional Institution in Windsor, North Carolina, which houses approximately 1504 medium or close custody male offenders. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer III's in close custody institutions with restrictive and controlled housing. The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Health Insurance options, Retirement Plans, NC Flex Supplemental Benefits, Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave, and Paid Parental Leave. The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

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 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

Assigns lower-level custody staff to a particular area or post.
Oversees officer activities and performance.
Ensures that the custody, security, and welfare of inmates is maintained.
Arranges work schedules to ensure shift coverage.
Implements operational procedures.
Ensures rules and regulations are followed according to policy.
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 lead staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s).
Responds to emergency situations.
Searches for escaped offenders.
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.
Assists in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline.
Conducts staff briefing sessions.
Performs other related duties as required.