Correctional Associate Warden-Davidson Correctional Center

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Asst Supt I (NS)

Position Number

60072711

Grade

NC13

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!

Description of Work

Salary Range - $50,088 - $87,654

This Correctional Associate Warden (Correctional Asst. Superintendent I) position is located at Davidson Correctional Center in Lexington, North Carolina. Davidson Correctional Center is a 258-bed minimum custody prison that houses male offenders and staffs approximately 58 employees

The Salary Grade for this position is NC13. 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 the 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.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and must be available 24/7 to meet facility needs.

The primary purpose of the position is responsibility for assisting with the total operation of Davidson Correctional Center, which includes custody, food service, and maintenance.

Key Duties include:

• Ensuring the safety and security of the housing of male offenders housed at Davidson Correctional Center and ensuring the safety of the staff and general public.
• Working closely with supervisors to provide guidance direction on prison policies and procedures.
• Directly involved with the hiring, disciplining, coaching, and training of employees.
• Providing direction and structure for the work of Correctional Sergeants, Correctional Officers, and support staff.
• During any extended period of absence of the Warden II, this position will assume all duties and responsibilities in the interim.

This position reports directly to the Warden II.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range - $50,088 - $87,654 Salary Grade: NC13

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:

Documented Supervisory experience in the operation of a prison

Documented experience in administering prison’s policy and procedures.

Documented knowledge of facility operations.

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 Corrections Employees, And Eligible Sate Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates from North Carolina State Government, or Current Temporary Employees. ***

 

Necessary Special Qualifications:

MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

 

To be considered for a Correctional Associate Warden 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.

 

State Benets Information:

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benets package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NCFlex Supplemental Benets
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
•  

Visit the State Benets website for additional information.

 

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC13.  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.

 

Supplemental Application Information:

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to ll positions with the most qualied individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualications, 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
• Certicates 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 Verication:

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certied as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members.

 

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference:

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certicate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

 

PREA Requirement:

The NCDAC must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NCDAC: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

 

ADA Accommodations:

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualied individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of supervisory, administrative or consultative experience in corrections or related work; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience at or above the Correctional Lieutenant level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Kathy Williams Fox

Email:

DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov