Job Description

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

COO - Special Operations , Intelligence

Job Classification Title

Probation/Parole Officer (S)

Position Number

60064412

Grade

PR07

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 posting is for an anticipated vacancy available on August 1, 2026, and is open only to employees of the Department of Adult Correction. This position is assigned to DAC Special Operations and Intelligence Unit (SOIU) and is a home-as-duty position.

This position reports directly to the Special Operations Investigative Supervisor in Extradition. The primary duty of this position will be to extradite offenders that have been requested by NCDAC, counties, and Interstate agreement detainers. This position will supervise a caseload of offenders who have been deemed absconders and have been placed on probation by the courts or who are under a period of parole or post release supervision. Employee will carry a caseload which will contain all risk offenders. The Extradition PPO will operate with discretion, competence, and judgement in matters of statutory interpretation, policies, and procedures. The PPO will be an expert in all aspects of fugitive retrieval, beginning with notification of capture and ending with after-action reporting to assist and enhance future fugitive extradition operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Review and coordinate extradition trips as assignments are received
- Review all instructions and documents for clarity concerning procedures, relative timelines, travel, and custody arrangements
- Plan routes and secure accommodations taking into consideration all matters of public safety to ensure the safe extradition of the fugitive
- Communicate directly with holding facilities throughout the United States to coordinate the successful retrieval of assigned fugitives
- Completing thorough searches of the offenders to ensure the safety of the offender, the public and the transporting staff

Note:
- This position requires extensive overnight travel
- This position must be able to work independently in precarious situations
- This position must be able to complete Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards including firearms, self-defense, and other required training

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range $45,422 - $66,278

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

The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Experience with web base systems and applicable software programs
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with co-workers, court officials, law enforcement officers, community agencies, and the general public
• Successfully completed Extradition training

This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About The Special Operations and Intelligence Unit (SOIU)​

The Special Operations and Intelligence Unit (SOIU) is solely responsible for managing operational procedures and processing intelligence that affects the general public, staff, and offenders. It plays a crucial role in identifying appropriate goals, objectives, standards, strategies, and technologies to be used. Additionally, it coordinates and directs the activities of both Prisons and Community Supervision staff while overseeing the collection, analysis, and sharing of intelligence. The division of SOIU ensures the safety and security of prisons and communities.

Compensation & Benefits:
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that 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. For more information about DAC: https://www.dac.nc.gov/

DAC 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.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Application Process
Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.

• Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.
• Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application to support your answers.
• If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on the closing date.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.
• Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources 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 https://www.naces.org/members

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference

• 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 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.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DAC will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. 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.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution. There is no equivalency for the fouryear degree requirement based on N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. Necessary Special Requirements: Must be eligible for certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. Must complete the Criminal Justice Standards Training requirements and all other requirements for General Certification within one year or as required 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:

Gabriel Michael Earley

Email:

DACWorkday@dac.nc.gov