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Agency Adult Correction Division Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Sergeant I (S) Position Number 60071088 Grade NC07 About Us The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work Salary Range: $35,984.00 - $62,971.00 Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Management Preferences Documented knowledge of Prison Policies and Procedures, and/or Facility Operations This is a REPOST. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply. This position is located at Orange Correctional Center, Hillsborough NC which houses approximately 200 male offenders. The individual assigned to this position will directly report to Associate Warden of Operations. The primary purpose of this position is to perform a variety of administrative duties and supervise Correctional Officers and staff. •Assist and instruct officers in the performance of their duties and complete performance evaluations; disseminates and interprets to officers and offender’s rules and regulations formulated by the department. •Makes frequent tours of inspection to ascertain that officers are alert, that discipline is being maintained and that assignments are being carried out. •Supervise offender counts and maintenance of all records so that offenders may be accounted for at all times; supervises periodic search of offender quarters for contraband. •Conduct investigations, develop prisons operational, emergency plans and post orders. •Work is performed according to standard departmental procedures and supplemental instructions are received through the established chain of command. •Employee is subject to rotation to various duty assignments and performs other duties relative to the defined level of work described Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in the vacancy announcement should be used as management preferences and be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Work Schedule This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with NC OSHR: Benefits. The selected candidate may be selected to work any shift and will work weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staff coverage. Note to Current State Employees: State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Ingrid Watson at 919-582-6123. Contact our recruiter for your county to be matched with one of our open positions. Recruiters will review your resume and skill set and find the perfect fit for your Career That Matters. recruiters@dac.nc.gov Minimum Education and Experience Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a correctional officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Recruiter: Ingrid Watson Email: recruiters@dac.nc.gov North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today! State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.