Correctional Sergeant lll - Anson Correctional Institution

Summary

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Correctional Sergeant III (S)

Reporting directly to the Correctional Lieutenant III and/or Correctional Housing Unit Manager, this position provides first line supervision to Correctional Officer III's at a multi-custody female correctional facility. Job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assigning lower level custody staff and overseeing Correctional Officer activities and performance.
• Arranging work schedule rules to ensure staff coverage.
• Implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to DAC policy and procedures.
• Giving direction during drills, searches, and emergencies.
• Referring offenders to Restrictive Housing for temporary assignment as needed.
• Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s) as needed.
• Responding to emergency situations, searching for escaped offenders, and transporting offenders.
• Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
• Investigating and taking action when appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
• Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports.
• Completing annual performance evaluations and assisting in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline.
• Conducting staff briefing sessions.

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 but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented knowledge Prison Policies and Procedures, and/or Facility Operations.

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.

Salary Range - $41,206 - $72,113

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night BEFORE the end date listed above.

This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections Employees, And Eligible State Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees.

This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on November 2, 2026.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). The selected candidate may be selected to work any shift and will work weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staff coverage.

Job Description

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Correctional Sergeant III (S)

Reporting directly to the Correctional Lieutenant III and/or Correctional Housing Unit Manager, this position provides first line supervision to Correctional Officer III's at a multi-custody female correctional facility. Job responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assigning lower level custody staff and overseeing Correctional Officer activities and performance.
• Arranging work schedule rules to ensure staff coverage.
• Implementing operational procedures and ensuring rules and regulations are followed according to DAC policy and procedures.
• Giving direction during drills, searches, and emergencies.
• Referring offenders to Restrictive Housing for temporary assignment as needed.
• Leading staff in carrying out tactical assignment(s) as needed.
• Responding to emergency situations, searching for escaped offenders, and transporting offenders.
• Conducting and/or supervising searches of offenders, their living quarters, and work areas for contraband.
• Investigating and taking action when appropriate regarding security issues, incidents, disputes, and complaints.
• Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports.
• Completing annual performance evaluations and assisting in assessing, evaluating, and implementing employee discipline.
• Conducting staff briefing sessions.

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 but applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented knowledge Prison Policies and Procedures, and/or Facility Operations.

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.

Salary Range - $41,206 - $72,113

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night BEFORE the end date listed above.

This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections Employees, And Eligible State Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees.

This is an anticipated vacancy. This position is expected to be available on November 2, 2026.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week). The selected candidate may be selected to work any shift and will work weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staff coverage.