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Correctional Sergeant III Jobs in Snow Hill, NC at State of North Carolina
Title: Correctional Sergeant III
Company: State of North Carolina
Location: Snow Hill, NC
As of January 1, 2025, the new salary range will be $39,671 – $69,426.
The Correctional Sergeant III position is located at Eastern Correctional Institution in Maury, which houses approximately 477 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. Position 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. 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 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.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.Â
Note to Current State Employees:Â The salary grade for this position is NC09. Â 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. Â 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 MAYÂ result.
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The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information: Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Department of Adult Correction jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)  To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
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Knowledge of facility operations
Knowledge of Prison’s policy and procedures
Management Preference: Â “Prisons’ Eastern Region prefers candidates with no less than 2 years experience as a Correctional Officer”
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