Security Corporal -Samarcand Training Academy

Moore County - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 35000 - 57117

Posted on: 17-09-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description of Work

Looking for a second career after a career in law enforcement or the military Or if you are looking for an exciting opportunity Considera new opportunity at North Carolina Department of Public Safety at Samarcand Training Academy located in Moore County Jackson Springs NC.

This is a full-time position (Rotating Shift and days Sun-Sat 1st 2nd and 3rd shifts) withState Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance.To viewan example oftotal compensation please click here NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator.

Job duties for this position require driving a state vehicle. A valid drivers license must be obtained by date of hire.

Employment contingent on successful background check. Essential employee subject to call back as needed.

This is protective security and public contact work in the operation of the Samarcand Training this class the employee will act as a lead worker for a security team Duties and responsibilities include:

Act as a lead worker for a security team.
Serves as the training coordinator for Guards mentors and new Guards.
Responds to fire alarms emergency situations first aid and other events and any reports of suspicious activity.
Recommend solutions regarding facility and security issues.
Coordinate work with outside agencies such as local law enforcement and fire departments and assist in planning for events.
Responsible for monitoring assigned areas for possible violation of laws and regulations.
Patrols property to guard property against fire safety hazards damage and theft in all weather conditions.
Monitor alarm panels indicators and surveillance systems.
Utilize electronic card access and security/surveillance systems to monitor building access and activity for security and safety.
Maintain and prepare daily records and reports.

Employee will operate within specified rules and regulations and receive work assignments from a higher-level supervisor. Employee must always maintain professionalism honesty and integrity in all situations in the presence of other state officials campus guests and visitors. Must obtain and maintain weapon proficiency.

About Samarcand Training Academy
Samarcand Training Academy is the primary training facility within the Department of Public Safety and provides both in-residence and commuter basic and advanced training courses for Special Agents of the North Carolina SBI and ALE Troopers of the North Carolina Highway Patrol members of the North Carolina National Guard officers of Probation & Parole and Juvenile Justice officers with the UNC System and members of county and municipal law enforcement from across the state. Samarcand Training Academy currently consists of two campuses; the 460-acre main campus in Moore County and the 113-acre satellite campus in Montgomery County which is the future home of the Center for Safer Schools. The main campus is made up of 22 buildings; housing staff and instructor offices; a dining facility; a gymnasium; two (2) fitness centers; an auditorium; 13 classrooms; twelve (12) dormitories with 195 student and instructor beds; a Weapons Training Simulator; Firearms Training Center with two (2) live-fire ranges and range house; a physically challenging obstacle course and a tactical training building. Center for Safer Schools satellite campus includes multiple classrooms and offices a gymnasium a cafeteria a library an admin building a large auditorium and several sports venues. Staff members of Samarcand Training Academy serve both campuses and while most will have office space on the main campus several will be co-located with other entities at the Center for Safer Schools campus in the near future.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E)is REQUIRED toqualify for this position.Management Preferences including Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) are notbut may be used todeterminethe pool of most qualified applicants. Managers may also choose to interview/select applicants whodemonstrateManagement Preferences.

All work history and education (includingaccuratedates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Transcripts may be attached to supplement education and work experience may include internships volunteerism and full and part-time work. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as receive the highest possible salary if selected for the position. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations for the advertised position.Click here for more information and application resources.

Resumes may be attached as a supplement to the application but arenotasubstitution for a complete application.

Management Preferences: These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

Experience in security practices.
Experience in guarding property.
Experience in handling emergencies situations.
Experience as a team leader.

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 EITHERyearsof education OR years ofdirectly relatedexperience OR a combination of both.See details

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in security work;

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. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) we are committed to full inclusion of qualified applicants and will review requests for reasonable accommodation to perform essential job functions during the hiring process or while on the job.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

For applicants with student loans becoming a state employee may include eligibility forthe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.Visit to learn more.

Transcripts

Attaching transcripts is optional however we recommend applicants attach unofficial transcripts toassistin providing credit for education including in substituting education gained for experience. Additionally qualifying for some positions may require validating hours of coursework in a specific field of study and transcripts are crucial to awarding credit. Degrees and transcripts must be achieved from an appropriately accredited college or university.

Applicants who earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program must attach an unofficial transcript to receive credit for education.

International degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation serviceby the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options to provide credential verification: seeking Veterans Preference must attach a DD-214 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Dutythat includes Character of Discharge - Member 4 or Service 2 form)to the application.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference:

Acurrent member of the NorthCarolinaNational Guard in good standingmust attach a NGB 23A (RPAS).

A formermember of the North CarolinaNational Guard who served for at least 6 years and weredischarged under honorable conditions must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.

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.PREA Hiring and PromotionProhibitions Selectedapplicants for positions which are subject to PREA will undergo a PREA-specific background check.Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previouslyincarceratedor justiceinvolvedand we invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. Due to the nature of work performed in our agency prior convictions and/or charges may prohibit employment for positions which are subject to PREA or other position-specific background checks.

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Description of WorkLooking for a second career after a career in law enforcement or the military Or if you are looking for an exciting opportunity Considera new opportunity at North Carolina Department of Public Safety at Samarcand Training Academy located in Moore County Jackson Springs NC.This is ...