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Location : Columbus County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 23-11283
Department: Adult Correction
Division: Secretary's Office
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 12/20/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title:Correctional Food Service Officer III
Position Number: 60094395
Work Location: Tabor Correctional Institution in Tabor City, North Carolina
Salary Grade: NC07
Description of Work
This is a RE-POST of position 60094395. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to re-apply.
The standardized annual salary for this position is $46,689 dependent upon fund availability and OSHR approval.
NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act.
This Position is Eligible for the Applicant Referral Bonus
Reporting to the Correctional Food Service Supervisor III, this position is responsible for the supervision of offenders performing large-scale food production and Food Service operations at the facility. Job Responsibilities include; but are not limited to, the following:
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC07. 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 Tabor Correctional Institution:
Tabor Correctional Institution is located in Tabor City, North Carolina and houses up to 1,752 male offenders in a close, and minimum custody facility.
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: and (Note: These links were created for applicants of Department of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must documenton the application that they possessALL of the following:
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 EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in institutional food preparation and Food Services, in management of a commercial Food Service operations,
Or
As a Correctional Officer
Or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum Education and Experience for a Trainee Appointment: High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and Food Services, in management of a commercial Food Service operations, as a Correctional Officer
Or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualifications: Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
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.
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 Rose Cuevas at (910)944-2359.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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Which of the following is the highest level of education you have COMPLETED?
02
If you have an Associate's degree or higher, please indicate your major(s). If you do not have a degree, type "N/A."
03
Have you ever been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation? (A conviction does not mean you cannot be hired. The offense and how recently you were convicted will be evaluated in relation to the position for which you are applying.)
04
If you answered "yes" that you have been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation, please explain the nature of the conviction and the date.
05
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.
Required Question
Location : Columbus County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 23-11283
Department: Adult Correction
Division: Secretary's Office
Opening Date: 12/14/2023
Closing Date: 12/20/2023 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title:Correctional Food Service Officer III
Position Number: 60094395
Work Location: Tabor Correctional Institution in Tabor City, North Carolina
Salary Grade: NC07
Description of Work
This is a RE-POST of position 60094395. Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to re-apply.
The standardized annual salary for this position is $46,689 dependent upon fund availability and OSHR approval.
NOW ELIGIBLE FOR A $7,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee subject to the State Human Resources Act.
This Position is Eligible for the Applicant Referral Bonus
Reporting to the Correctional Food Service Supervisor III, this position is responsible for the supervision of offenders performing large-scale food production and Food Service operations at the facility. Job Responsibilities include; but are not limited to, the following:
- Supervising offender workers engaged in a variety of activities in food production including cooking, baking, and serving food.
- Training offenders in institutional cooking, baking, and serving while maintaining sanitation standard in all areas of the kitchen including proper food storage.
- Ensuring that the offenders supervised are preparing food according to all quality and sanitary regulations and is evaluated daily for the quality of Food Service and sanitary conditions.
Note to Current State Employees:
The salary grade for this position is NC07. 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 Tabor Correctional Institution:
Tabor Correctional Institution is located in Tabor City, North Carolina and houses up to 1,752 male offenders in a close, and minimum custody facility.
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: and (Note: These links were created for applicants of Department of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must documenton the application that they possessALL of the following:
- Knowledge of large-scale food production and Food Service activities.
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 EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and three years of experience in institutional food preparation and Food Services, in management of a commercial Food Service operations,
Or
As a Correctional Officer
Or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum Education and Experience for a Trainee Appointment: High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of experience in institutional food preparation and Food Services, in management of a commercial Food Service operations, as a Correctional Officer
Or
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Qualifications: Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
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:
- 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:
- Per , applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.
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 Rose Cuevas at (910)944-2359.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
Which of the following is the highest level of education you have COMPLETED?
- Some high school
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Some college
- Associate degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree or higher
02
If you have an Associate's degree or higher, please indicate your major(s). If you do not have a degree, type "N/A."
03
Have you ever been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation? (A conviction does not mean you cannot be hired. The offense and how recently you were convicted will be evaluated in relation to the position for which you are applying.)
- Yes
- No
04
If you answered "yes" that you have been convicted of an offense against the law other than a minor traffic violation, please explain the nature of the conviction and the date.
05
To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above. Also, I understand that Supplemental Questions are part of the application and the answers are used in the screening process; all questions must be answered completely and accurately.
- Yes, I understand
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