Judicial Services Coordinator

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!

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 Preference are not required. But applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

*The JSC shall have extensive knowledge of Structured Sentencing and how it applies to Community Supervision, and knowledge of the Community Service Work Program. The JSC shall exhibit a working knowledge of local and regional community resources to address the placement of monitored offenders to government and nonprofit agencies in the community. 

*The JSC must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the Judiciary, offenders, and the general public to ensure thorough and appropriate collection, analysis, and utilization of data to interpret Division guidelines, policies, and procedures.

*The JSC shall behave professionally at all times as they hold a highly visible position within the Division of Community Supervision, and their actions will reflect upon the entire  Division.  The position is frequently in court and will associate with Judges, Attorneys, District Attorneys, Clerk of Court, Law Enforcement, etc., and establish and sustain effective working relationships.

*The JSC is responsible for planning their daily work operations, setting priorities, scheduling, and establishing deadlines for the caseload; they must possess exceptional time management and organizational skills, and must be able to work under stressful situations. Experience in this area must be listed within your application or prior job duties.  

Compensation and Benefits

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.

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.

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.

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 in criminal justice, human services, psychology, or related field of study from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

OR

Associate degree in criminal justice, human services, psychology, or related field of study from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the court system, paralegal work, or other directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

OR

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four years of experience in the court system, paralegal work, or other directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

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.

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.

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