Correctional Programs Director II - Foothills Correctional Institution

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Programs Director II (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC12

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!

This position is located at Foothills Correctional Institution in Morganton, Burke County, NC. Foothills Correctional Institution is a close/minimum custody male facility.

The Program Director II will work under the direct supervision of the Associate Warden of Programs and will have the responsibility to manage and provide supervision for various treatment, case management, and activity programs.

• Lead and oversee inmate education, treatment, and rehabilitation programs.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate program staff.
• Ensure programs comply with agency policies, laws, and safety standards.
• Develop and improve programs to support inmate rehabilitation and successful reentry.
• Manage program budgets, resources, and daily operations.
• Monitor program performance and prepare reports on outcomes.
• Coordinate with security, medical, mental health, and community partners.
• Ensure inmates have access to appropriate programs based on their needs.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare for audits and inspections.
• Support a safe, secure, and effective correctional environment while promoting positive inmate outcomes.

Salary Grade Range: $47,703.00 - $83,479.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented knowledge of the Inmate Classification System.
• Documented knowledge of Inmate Programs.
• Documented knowledge of Prisons' Policy and Procedures.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.

This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of adult Corrections Employees, And Eligible Sate Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees.

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

The salary grade for this position is NC12 . 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.

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.

NCDAC 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.