Correctional Sergeant l; Hanover CC)
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Government
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Project & Program Management, Emergency Crisis Mgmt / Disaster Relief, Healthcare Management
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!
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!
Adult Correction
DivisionCOO - OPS - Institutions Operations
Job Classification TitleCorrectional Sergeant I (S)
Position NumberGradeNC07
Description Of WorkReporting to the Correctional Lieutenant I, this position is responsible for providing first-line supervision to Correctional Officer I’s in a minimum custody security facility. Job responsibilities include; but are not limited to, the following:
- Assigning lower level custody staff to a particular area or post.
- Overseeing officer activities and performance, and ensuring that the custody, security and welfare of offenders are maintained.
- Assigning work schedules to ensure shift coverage, implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy.
Preferred Qualifications
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:
- Knowledge of Facility Operations.
- Knowledge of Prisons’ Policy and Procedures.
MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.
To be considered for a Correctional Sergeant I position, ALL applicants must- Meet Criminal Justice Standards requirements (12 NCAC 09G .0302)
- Pass a criminal background check
- Produce a negative drug screening result
- Successfully complete medical and psychological evaluations
- Possess a valid driver’s license
This position is designated as “Mandatory” and must report or stay over during adverse weather events.
State Benefits Information- 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.
This is a full-time position working rotating shifts with State Benefits.
Note To Current State EmployeesThe salary grade for this position is NC07. 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…
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