Agency
Adult Correction
Division
COO - Operations
Job Classification Title
Electronics Technician III (NS)
Position Number
60061094
Grade
NC13
About Us
The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 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!
of Work
This position provides statewide radio installation and vehicle upfitting support for the Department of Adult Corrections. The role ensures all communication and safety equipment is properly installed, tested, and maintained, while also supporting tower site preparation, inventory management, and specialized vehicle security modifications.
Key Job Duties
• Install, test, and troubleshoot mobile radio systems using diagnostic tools such as power meters, frequency counters, service monitors, and specialized software.
• Review and evaluate radio equipment for structural integrity, frequency accuracy, and compatibility with vehicle systems.
• Install and modify vehicle security components including partitions, security screens, GPS units, fire extinguishers, and lighting packages.
• Read, interpret, and troubleshoot complex circuit diagrams; perform component‑level repairs and factory‑approved circuit board modifications.
• Diagnose and repair communications cabling from antennas through base units and remote head assemblies.
• Assist engineering teams with site surveys and preparations for radio communication towers, including antenna, cabling, and base‑station installations.
• Manage inventory, including receiving shipments of radios, parts, and accessories, and overseeing surplus radio and vehicle equipment.
• Lead and guide inmate work crews in completing vehicle security installations and assist in retrieving inoperable vehicles for equipment removal and surplus processing.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
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:
Demonstrated experience using power meters, electronic frequency counters, frequency generators, spectrum analyzers, multi-meters, service monitors and/or computer software to troubleshoot, isolate and/or repair radio equipment.
Demonstrated experience in reading, and/or tracing circuit paths down to the component level and perform component level repair.
Proven knowledge of networking and/or some proficiency in electronic repair, using computers and multiple software applications with radio networking applications.
Familiarity with the installation, maintenance, and repair of radio telecommunications equipment, network switching equipment are desired areas of knowledge.
Working knowledge of FCC rules and regulations relating to the installation, maintenance, and operations of radio transmitting and receiving equipment.
Work Location and Schedule
This position requires the daily commute to the 200 Leagan Dr., Raleigh NC, 27603, NC. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits. The work schedule is Monday – Friday and may require some weekend work and overnight travel to meet the demands of the organization.
The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before the End Date
The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Health Insurance options
Retirement Plans
NCFlexSupplemental Benefits
Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Visit the State Benefits websiteforadditionalinformation.
The Support Services Division oversees the operations and infrastructure that sustain facilities within the Department of Adult Correction.Responsibilities include facility maintenance, fleet and warehouse management, food services, construction andrenovation projects, and energy efficiency. This division plays a vitalrole in supporting daily operations and long-term planning.
Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) operates as the NCDAC Capital Project Coordinator(CPC) and is tasked with coordinating all capital improvement andrenovation andrepairprojects with the State Construction Office (SCO) and serves as the DACrepresentative on all matters involving the State Property Office and State Building Commission. Ourunified purpose is to provide architectural and engineering support, sustainability, efficiency, andresiliency planning, construction, and maintenance services to ensure all statewide Institutions and Facilitiesremain in compliance with building codes,regulations, and legislative mandates, while also promoting the agency’srehabilitation andreentry goals through offenderjob training within the construction and maintenance trades, while assisting institutions directly and indirectly with the installation and maintenance of kitchen, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and electronics equipment.
Application Process
NCDAC uses the Merit-BasedRecruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based onrelevant 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 supportresponses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications mayimpactscreening and salary determination.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.
If multiple applications aresubmitted, only the mostrecent applicationreceived before the closing date will be considered.
Education Equivalency Verification
The State of North Carolina/Office of State HumanResources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as areferralresource forapplicants who need to have theircredentials certified as equivalent. Fora list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members
Veterans’ and National Guard Preference
Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate ofRelease orDischarge from Active Duty) to theirapplications.
Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current memberof the NC National Guard in good standing.
Applicants who are formermembers of eitherthe NC Army National Guard orthe NC AirNational Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 orNGB 22, along with the state application.
PREARequirement
The NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice FinalRule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, andRespond to PrisonRape." Click this link forinformation on hiring and promotion prohibitionrequirements forall 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. Ifreasonable accommodation is needed toparticipatein the job application orinterview process, please contact the personindicatedbelow.
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.
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:
Lisa Warren Byrd
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