Correctional Training Specialist

Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title Correctional Training Specialist (NS) Position Number 60057289 Grade NC09 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 This position is located at Pasquotank Correctional Institution in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Pasquotank Correctional In situation is a Close/Minimum facility housing male inmates. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences The main purpose of this position is to administer and manage institutional training for all certified and non - certified staff to ensure compliance with policy to include re-certification for certified personnel and certification of new employees. Duties include planning and development of training calendars and lesson plans; assessment and identification of training needs; notifications and monitoring of training delivered; coordination and conducting training classes; documentation and record keeping for all training activities to include entering training into the Learning Management System (LMS). This position also conducts New Hire Orientation Training for all newly hired staff to ensure new staff are oriented to DPS policy and procedures. This position must work well with staff as well as other training professionals within NCDAC and the Community College System. This position serves as a General Instructor and be willing to obtain specialized training certifications as defined by NCDAC Policy and Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. This position will report directly to the Administrative Services Manager. NOTE: APPLICATION MUST SHOW MONTHS AND/OR HOURS SPENT INSTRUCTING FOR EACH POSITION. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences: Salary Range: $41,206.00-$72,113.00 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 proficiency in Microsoft Suite *Documented ability to use computer for data entry •Documented composition and communication skills (written and oral) This job posting will close at 11:59 pm, the night before the end date listed above. MUST be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. State Benefits Information : 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. Anticipated Vacancy: Vacancy Effective Date: 9/14/2026 About The Division of I nstitutions: 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: NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, 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 Certificates 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. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered. Criminal Justice Certified Positions: 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 Education Equivalency Verification 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 certified 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 (Certifi