Safety Consultant I

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 This role supports the organization by delivering specialized functional expertise to ensure reliable day‑to‑day operations, effective coordination with cross‑functional partners, and consistent execution of core processes. It operates within established workflows, applies sound judgment to routine and moderately complex tasks, and contributes to a stable and efficient operational environment. Key Duties Include: -Managing assigned operational processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely completion. -Coordinating with internal partners to gather information, resolve issues, and support cross‑functional workflows. -Monitoring workloads and work queues to identify process gaps or bottlenecks and escalate as needed. -Preparing and maintaining accurate records, documentation, and operational reports. -Supporting the implementation of procedural updates and system changes within the functional area. -Responding to inquiries and providing clear, service‑oriented guidance based on established policies and procedures. -Identifying opportunities to streamline tasks and improve process efficiency within defined parameters. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $58,613-$102,574 NC17 Previous Applicants Must Reapply To Be Considered For This Vacancy 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: Demonstrated experience with OSHA, NFPA, NEC standards for General Industry and Construction. Demonstrated experience with federal and state standard practices, materials, and processes of construction site safety. Demonstrated experience with general industry and construction safety programs on residential, commercial, or institutional construction projects. Certified to conduct OSHA 10-Hour AND/OR 30-Hour Construction and General Industry Awareness Training. NOTE Must be able to attain the following certifications within 6 months of hire: OSHA 500 Certification and OSHA-authorized Outreach Trainer in Construction - Certified to conduct training and issue OSHA 10-Hour AND 30-Hour Construction Awareness Cards CPR/First Aid Trainer Certification - Certified to conduct training and authorized to issue CPR/First Aid Cards The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date 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. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) Visit the website for State Benefits . The work schedule is Monday - Thursday 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. The Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) serves as the NCDAC Capital Project Coordinator (CPC) and is tasked with coordinating all capital improvement, new construction, renovation, and repair projects with the State Construction Office (SCO). DECM also acts as the DAC representative on matters involving the State Property Office and State Building Commission. Our unified purpose is to provide architectural and engineering support, sustainability, efficiency, and resiliency planning, as well as construction and maintenance services. This ensures that all statewide Institutions and Facilities comply with building codes, regulations, and legislative mandates while promoting the agency's rehabilitation and reentry goals through offender job training in the construction and maintenance trades. We support the Institutions and Facilities directly and indirectly by installing and maintaining kitchen, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and electronics equipment. The DECM-Engineering team consists of experts in architectural and engineering design, property services, project management, and sustainability, efficiency, and resiliency (SE&R). These services support new