Administrative Officer I - Forsyth Correctional Center
State of North CarolinaAbout the role
Agency
Adult CorrectionDivision
COO - OPS - Institutions OperationsJob Classification Title
Administrative Officer I (NS)Position Number
60072783Grade
NC11About 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
This position is located at Forsyth Correctional Center located in Winston-Salem, N.C. (Forsyth County), which is a 248-bed minimum custody facility and employs approximately 55 staff.The primary purpose of this position is to organize and coordinate the complete business and human resource functions at the assigned minimum custody facility. This requires high level decision making based on knowledge of DAC policy as well as a thorough understanding of facility operations.
Established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and must be available 24/7 to meet facility needs.
This position reports directly to the Warden I of Forsyth Correctional Center.
Key Duties Include:
• Provides oversight of all facility administrative operations, including budget, business office functions, procurement, inventory, and support services to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
• Supervises administrative and support staff, including assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, and ensuring staff are trained in applicable policies and procedures.
• Implements and monitors administrative policies and procedures in accordance with NCDAC guidelines and State regulations.
• Prepares, administers, and monitors the facility’s operating budget, ensuring proper fiscal management, reporting, and adherence to established controls.
• Ensures compliance with internal audits, policy standards, and regulatory requirements, and implements corrective actions as necessary.
• Serves as a member of the facility’s management team, providing guidance and recommendations on administrative, financial, and operational matters.
• Coordinates administrative support functions with custody and programs staff to ensure continuous and effective facility operations.
• Reviews and evaluates administrative processes and operations to identify inefficiencies and
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade Range: $45,431.00 - $79,504.00
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 knowledge of Human Resource Policies and Procedures
- Documented knowledge of Accounting Principles and Practices
- Knowledge of Modern Office Procedures, Practices, and Equipment
- Documented knowledge of Supervisory Skills
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.
This is an Anticipated Vacancy.
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 NC11. 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:
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