Correctional Transportation Officer - Central Region Office at NC Office of State Human Resources in Wake County, NC

Job description

• The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction Division of Institution is eager to hire those committed to excellence and seeking a career path in public safety.
• This posting is for six (6) Regional Correctional Transportation Officer positions, that will report directly to the Regional Security Coordinator in the Central Region Office, which is in Raleigh, NC, Wake County, but will serve the geographic area of the region as needed to transport offender(s), in departmental vehicles. These positions will be 8-hour shifts Mon-Fri with possible callback. Start times will vary depending on transportation trip schedule. Must be flexible and available to work weekends, holidays and possible evenings based on operational needs. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

• - Exercising independent decision-making within established policies and
• procedures due to physical separation from supervisory personnel.
• - Providing custody supervision of offender(s) in their custody and control.
• - Enforcing rules and regulations for safety, health, and protection of offenders.
• - Performing searches of people, places, and objects.
• - Performing rescue functions to include CPR, basic first aid, physically
• removing people from dangerous areas and using fire equipment to include
• fire hoses, extinguishers and breathing apparatuses.
• - Establishing and maintaining control of violent or uncooperative offenders.
• Being able to defend oneself or others against violent attacks.
• - Loading, unloading, aiming, and firing handguns, shotguns, and rifles at the
• level of proficiency required, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times
• to include times of mental and verbal abuse by offender.
• - Effectively communicate with offenders, staff, and members of the public.
• - Will perform other duties assigned by the Regional Office.
• The selected candidates may be required to work any shift including weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 staff coverage. This position is considered essential and will be required to report during times of inclement weather.

Requirements

• To be considered for a Correctional Officer III position, (Correctional Transportation Officer) 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
• If applying for a position certified through the NC Dept. of Justice - Criminal Justice Standards Division, click this link for specific certification requirements: Correctional & Probation/Parole Officer Certification. 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
• 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.
• High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of experience as a Correctional Officer; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum Education and Experience for a Trainee Appointment High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualifications Must be eligible for certification by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training and Standards Commission.
• The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:
• Documented experience in offender supervision
• Documented experience with weapons and other security equipment
• Documented experience with searches

Skills

Required

• Valid driver's license

Preferred

• Documented experience with searches

Benefits

• The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave
• Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.
• Salary Range: $41,558.00 - $54,078.00
• Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.