NC Career Expo | Correctional Officer

Agency Adult Correction Division Job  Classification Title Correctional Officer I (S)
Position NumberGradeCR
05

About UsThe 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 The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is proud to be a part of the fourth annual State of North Carolina Career Expo!

Monday, August 31, 2026 | 10 a.m.

- 3 p.m.Sheraton Imperial Hotel | 4700 Emperor Blvd, Durham, NC 27703

This event will double as a Hiring Event for our Department. We will be offering jobs on the spot to qualified candidates applying for Correctional Officer positions.

Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date Classifications Available:

Correctional Officer I
- Minimum Custody Offenders require limited supervision and may leave cells at certain times of the day.

Step Plan Range: $42,512 - $55,317

Salary Grade: NC05

Correctional Officer II
- Medium Custody Offenders require a moderate level of supervision.

Step Plan Range: $43,911 - $57,136

Salary Grade: NC06

Correctional Officer III
- Close Custody Offenders require constant supervision and have heavily controlled movement.

Step Plan Range: $46,961 - $61,108

Salary Grade: NC07PA
Y INFORMATION This position is on a Step Pay Plan.

For more information, please visit the webpage.

REQUIREMENTS To be considered for a Correctional Officer position, ALL applicants must meet Criminal Justice Standards Requirements ( 12 NCAC 09G .0302 ) .HIRING BONUS Hires may be eligible for a $3,000 Sign on Bonus.

If you were referred by a current Department of Adult Corrections employee, they may qualify for a $1,000 referral bonus. Enter their name in the referral section of your application.

WORK SCHEDULE
12-hour shifts, 28-day rotating A/B schedule.

Employees must be able to work any shift including rotating, fixed shift, or split shift. All shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and mandatory overtime as required .Full-Time Officers benefits:

Transition to higher level officers as opportunities arise,Transition across the state within different institution locations

Take advantage of internal promotional opportunities and growth

Part-Time shift options also available (24 - 32 hours/week):

Four- six (6) hour days per week

Four- eight (8) hour days per week

Two twelve (12) hour days per week FACILITY LOCATIONS Please refer to the Facilities Map when selecting your preferred work location.

Trainee Progression Candidate Consideration If fully qualified applicants are unavailable, candidates may be considered for trainee appointments. Trainee salaries may begin below the posted range and increase as minimum qualifications are obtained in accordance with State policy.

Basic Correctional Officer Training (BCOT)
All new hires must complete six weeks of Basic Correctional Officer Training (BCOT). This may require overnight weekday stay at training facility. Room and board is provided, and transportation is available upon request.

State Benefits Information:

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Health Insurance options

Retirement PlansNCFlex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Supplemental Application Information Application ProcessNCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

Complete education history (including high school)
Full work experience details

Certificates and licenses, if applicable

Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

Criminal Justice Certified Positions If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice
- Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements:
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