Regional Correctional Transportation Officer Position Available In Pitt, North Carolina

Regional Correctional Transportation Officer

Salary
$41,558.00 – $54,078.00 Annually
Location Pitt County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
25-07570
Department
Adult Correction
Division
Operations
Opening Date
06/16/2025
Closing Date
6/22/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Regional Correctional Transportation Officer
Position Number
60061285
Salary Grade
CR07
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description of Work
This posting is for one (1) Regional Correctional Transportation Officer position, that will report directly to the Regional Security Coordinators in the Eastern Region Office, which is located in Greenville, NC, Pitt 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 call back. 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: Exercising independent decision-making within established policies and procedures due to the 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 persons, places, and objects. Performing rescue functions to include, CPR, basic first aid, physically removing people from dangerous areas and using fire equipment to including 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.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits
This is an

INTERNAL POSTING

open ONLY for current employees of the NC Department of Adult Correction
Note to

Current State Employees:

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.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge, Skills. and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. We will not review resumes in lieu of the Experience and Education listed on the application. If you would like more information on how to apply for our jobs through the state application and/or more information on Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s), click on the following resource links: Introduction to the State Government Job Application and/or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs). (

Note:

These links were created for applicants of Department of Adult Correction jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
Documented experience in offender supervision.
Documented experience with weapons and other security equipment.
Documented experience with searches.
Documented interpersonal skills needed to communicate with all types of people.

Management Preference:

Prisons’ Eastern Region prefers candidates with no less than 2 years as a Correctional Officer.”
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-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.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Come Join Us To Make A Difference!
The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes Institutions with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff in state prisons as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry.
The Division of Institutions is one of the divisions in DAC and employs a variety of staff, operates 56 institutions and is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 30,000 incarcerated individuals across North Carolina. Our division categorizes the institutions into 3 custody levels, which include minimum, medium, and close. The Division of Institutions has a duty to provide a secure and safe environment along with the proper care and supervision for every individual, in our custody. The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB-23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD-256 or NGB-22.
If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
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.
The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. 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 NC Dept. of

Adult Correction:

PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader).
PerNC General Statute 143B-972.1 (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader), applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the

FBI’s Next Generation Identification System:

Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click “Application Status.” If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help-Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Vickie Shaw 252-214-6912.
Employer
State of North Carolina
Website
http://ncdac.gov/
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