Correctional Sergeant lll - NC Correctional Institution Women

Correctional Sergeant III (S)

The NC Department of Adult Correction (Adult Correction Division) seeks a Correctional Sergeant III (S) to provide first‑line supervision and operational leadership at a multi‑custody female correctional facility. The position reports directly to a Correctional Lieutenant III and/or the Correctional Housing Unit Manager.

• Provide supervision for subordinate staff, conduct shift line‑ups, assign shifts, and assess staff readiness.
• Complete, review, and maintain time reports, duty rosters, leave schedules, performance evaluations, and administrative forms.
• Account for people and funds to ensure all assigned equipment is operationally ready.
• Assign lower‑level custody staff to specific areas or posts, oversee officer activities, and ensure custody, security, and welfare of offenders are maintained.
• Arrange work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implement operational procedures, and enforce rules and regulations according to policy.

• High School or GED diploma and at least three years of experience as a Correctional Officer, OR two years of experience as a Correctional Officer III (or equivalent).
• Must meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302).
• Pass a criminal background check, produce a negative drug screening result, and successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: documented knowledge of Prison Policies and Procedures and/or Facility Operations.
• Eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.

Salary Range: $41,206.00 – $72,113.00.

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

The posting will close at 11:59 P.M. on the night before the end date.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing 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, pregnancy, religious beliefs, and other protected characteristics.