Facility Compliance Specialist - NC Department Of Public Safety - Granville County

Description of Work

• This is an INTERNAL POSTING open ONLY for current employees of the NC Department of Public Safety and eligible RIF candidates from the NC Department of Public Safety.*

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered.

This position will report directly to the Warden at Granville Correctional Institution and will be responsible for ACA accreditation and PREA audits at this facility. This position will report indirectly to the Division Audit Administrator. Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Providing hands on guidance and assistance to the section heads within their assigned facility (facilities) regarding ACA and PREA audits.

• Providing technical guidance to the Warden(s).

• Coordinating internal compliance audits, safety and health audits and inspections and region inspections as well as ensuring all standard operating procedures and post orders are in compliance with audit standards and division policy.

• Serving as the coordinator for monitoring the strategic plan, the key performance indicators and as the Facility Public information Officer.

• Working collaboratively with other Prison section heads, the Warden, the Region Director, the Region Compliance Manager, the Division Audit Administrator, Director of Performance and Standards and other Division Directors to develop strategies for enhancing prison operations, using the results of operational audits, and other measures developed by this section.

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits with established working hours of Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm and may require working beyond normal work schedule to meet business need.

Note to Current State Employees:

The salary grade for this position is NC12(Salary Range: $43,500 - $76,125). 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 NC Department of Public Safety (DPS):

DPS is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation. We have a mission that matters!

About Granville Correctional Institution:

Granville Correctional Institution (formerly Polk Correctional Institution) is a medium/close-custody facility located in Butner, NC, Granville County. It houses approx. 1000 male offenders and includes a High Security Maximum Unit (HCON) also known as The Supermax. Granville CI employs approximately 496 permanent and contractual staff.

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 Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information:Introduction to the Job ApplicationandAddressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety 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 extensive knowledge of prison operations, state and federal regulations and laws governing assigned areas of responsibility.

• Documented extensive knowledge of performance audit procedures, standards, and emerging practices.

• Documented extensive knowledge and application of federal PREA regulations, laws, compliance requirements.

• Documented strong management and leadership skills.

• Documented extensive experience working collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Management Preferences:

• Graduation from a four year college or university with a bachelor level degree and at least two years of experience in prison administration.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) 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.

DPS 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. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. 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 DD256 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 Public Safety 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 Public Safety: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions.

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. To create an account please follow this link for instructions https://www.government jobs. Com /Home/Application Guide

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 Celeste Robinson at 919-582-6116.