Correctional Transportation Sergeant (South Central Region)

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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 Regional Security Coordinator this position is responsible for managing and supervising the transportation section assigned to the South Central Region office. Job responsibilities include; but are not limited to, the following: - Providing guidance and direction to ensure custody, security and control of offenders who are being transported between designated locations. - Ensuring incarcerated individuals are transported between various locations to include, but not limited to, jails, courts, prisons, and medical facilities, while maintaining the security and well-being of the offender throughout the transport process. - Ensuring Transportation Officers are fully aware of the approved level of independent decision-making authority within established guidelines. - Recommending and implementing standard operating procedures for the transportation of offenders within the region. - Coordinating the transportation of offenders within the Region to ensure transport is achieved in a timely manner and within policy guidelines. - Overseeing officer activities and performance and ensuring that the custody, security and welfare of offenders is maintained. - Developing schedules to ensure transportation requirements are met, implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to policy. - Completing departmental reports (i.e., disciplinary, use of force, incident, grievances, etc.) within designated time frames; conducting daily inspections in the assigned area of responsibility; reporting any irregularities and initiating corrective action, as necessary. - Ensuring shift coverage, implementing operational procedures and ensuring safety and security procedures are enforced. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $41,206 - $72,113 This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above. This is an internal posting open only for current North Carolina Department Of Adult Correction (DAC) employees, and eligible state government Reduction in Force (RIF) candidates from North Carolina state government, or current temporary employees. 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. Necessary Special Qualifications : MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. To be considered for a Correctional Sergeant III 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 Required Adverse Weather Reporting : This position is designated as "Mandatory" and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. This is a full-time position working rotating shifts 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 NC09 . 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-ope

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Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Sergeant III (S) Position Number 60068695 Grade NC09

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