Grounds Supervisor I - (Columbus CI)

About the role

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! Description of Work Reporting to the Facility Maintenance Supervisor III, this position will be responsible for mowing grass, re-seeding, fertilizing, liming, and repairing any washed out areas of the facility grounds. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: - Completing orders per policy for fertilizer, lime, and re-seeding of new seed beds and washed out areas. - Maintaining and operating tractor with mower, bush hog, and scraper blade attachments. - Maintaining and operating multiple lawn mowers, weed eaters, and basic grounds keeping equipment. - Performing snow removal from the Institution's parking lots, walkways, and roads leading to the unit. - Supervising and directing offenders that are cleaning state vehicles. - Supervising and directing offenders daily on tasks that need completing, including building cleaning, trash compacting, and landscaping tasks. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $33,902 - $59,327 This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above. 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: Experience using, adjusting, and making minor mechanical repairs to equipment such as tractors, mowers, disks, and rakes. Documented supervision of employees and/or offender workers. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits . State Benefits Information : The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 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. Note to Current State Employees : The salary grade for this position is NC05 . 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. About the Division of Institutions : 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. About Columbus Correctional Institution: Columbus Correctional Institution is located in Whiteville, North Carolina and houses up to 698 male offenders in a medium custody facility. Supplemental Application Information : The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (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. 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. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered. Education Equivalency Verification: The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resour