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Correctional Programs Director I Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution


Job Location:

Avery County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 43267 - 75718
Posted: 15 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Programs Director I (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC10

About Us

The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14000 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 Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution in Spruce Pine NC a medium custody male facility.

This position reports directly to the Associate Warden of Programs and is responsible for the following duties including but not limited to:

- Direct programs for the rehabilitation of offenders in the prison system.
- Administer programs for offenders where the primary programs areas are offender classification; correctional programs (including work release incentive wage educational/vocational volunteer programs religion cognitive-based interventions and recreation); and correctional supportive counseling.
- Coordinate programs with custody and other facility staff.
- Supervise subordinate personnel responsible for implementation development and maintenance of programs.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $43267.00 - $75718.00

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 the Inmate Classification System.
  • Documented knowledge of Inmate Programs.
  • Documented knowledge of Prisons Policy and Procedures.

This is an Anticipated Vacancy.

The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date.

This Is An Internal Posting Open Only For Current North Carolina Department Of Adult Corrections Employees And Eligible Sate Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates From North Carolina State Government or Current Temporary Employees.

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 NC10. 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:

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 Contact 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.
  • Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

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.


Required Experience:

Director