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Warden IV


Job Location:

Anson County, NC - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 70627 - 137724
Posted: 1 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

Job Classification Title

Correctional Facility Administrator (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC21

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 Anson Correctional Institution Polkton NC in Anson County.
This facility houses female offenders in close and medium custody housing units and male offenders in a minimum custody unit.
The facility offers a wide variety of educational vocational and training programs for men and women.
Correction Enterprises operates the offender packaging operation at Anson a partnership with Union Supply Direct through
the Prison Industry Enhancement Program (PIE). Family and friends can order a package of goods from a pre-approved
shopping list to send to an offender. Orders are packaged by offenders and shipped quarterly.
Responsible for administering established policies and procedures for the daily operation of a medium/close custody correctional facility which includes:
Custody
Programs
Food service
Administration (human resources and fiscal)
Maintenance
Responsible for the overall planning directing and management of these services as well as overseeing the management of the offender population at Anson Correctional Institution
Sets goals and priorities for each component within the prison and makes modifications as needed
May develop internal policies and guidelines
Directly involved with hiring disciplining coaching and training employees
This position reports directly to the Central Region Director.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $70627.00 - $137724.00

This Position Is Exempt and is EXEMPT from certain provisions of the State Human Resources Act (GS 126).


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:

Management Preference: Documented Experience working as a Correctional Captain/OIC for Institutions


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


Internal Posting - This is an Internal Posting open only for current North Carolina Department of Adult Correction Employees and eligible State Government Reduction in Force (RIF) Candidates from North Carolina State Government or current temporary employees.


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.


Compensation and Benefits:

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 websiteState Benefits for additional information.



CJ ROLE

To be considered for Warden IV position 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 drivers license.

DAC Contact Information- CJ ROLE

Supplemental Application Information:

Application Process

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 drivers 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 and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veterans 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 an NGB 23A (RPAS) along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22 along with the state application.


PREA Requirement

The NC Dept. of Adult Correction 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 Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please contact the person indicated below.


Minimum Education and Experience

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 EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.


Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of supervisory administrative or consultative experience in corrections or related work or an equivalent combination of education and experience.


Necessary Special Qualifications:

Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Dora Chancellor

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