Regional Recruiter

Agency

Adult Correction

Division

Job Classification Title

Agency HR Consultant I (NS)

Position Number

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!

Description of Work

Ready to shape the future of our hiring?
Join us as a Regional Recruiter and be the key to unlocking exceptional talent in Adult Corrections! We're looking for a Regional Recruiter to help us build a strong pool of Correctional Officers who are committed to protecting and serving within our agency; our careers make a difference! If you're driven by purpose and passionate about finding the best, we want you on our team!
The primary purpose of the Regional Recruiter is to generate and convert high-quality leads into applications and hires for assigned facilities through selling DAC careers, sourcing through the channels that work locally, and continuing to be the person who keeps applicants moving toward hire.
The position is responsible for maintaining consistent candidate engagement, strengthening recruitment pipelines, evaluating recruitment effectiveness, and adapting sourcing strategies based on applicant trends, local labor market conditions, and operational needs. Through strategic outreach, recruitment technologies, and continuous collaboration, the Regional Recruiter contributes to increased qualified applicant volume, improved application conversion, and the Department's overall workforce sustainability.
Other responsibilities may include but not limited to:
- Collaborating and developing working relationships with colleges and universities as well as professional boards, commissions, and/or associations to plan and facilitate recruitment initiatives and options for hiring event venues.
- Gathering information for recruitment and retention issues in order to provide feedback to Central HR on what is working well and what areas need improvement within the area of Recruitment.
- Participating in and attending NC DAC-specific career and hiring events as well as community job fairs and networking events.
- Speaking directly with senior college students and in their classes in regard to career opportunities within NC DAC
- Preparing presentations, both on paper and using Microsoft PowerPoint, as well as developing and maintaining spreadsheets for applicant and position tracking purposes.
- Utilizing advertising, marketing, social media, professional associations, and other sources to promote certain positions.
-Communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, with applicants, internal and external stakeholders, and management both individually and in front of large audiences at all levels of the organization.
These positions have a direct reporting role with Recruitment Supervisor for training, recruitment efforts, and specialized recruitment needs in “hard to recruit for” positions.
Travel may be required with some occasional overnight stays, additionally,
overtime on evenings and weekends may occur.
A State Vehicle will be available for approved travel in addition to other tools necessary to fulfill the
expectations of the position such as a state vehicle, state laptop, state cell phone, printer, gas (WEX) card, recruiting materials and displays, etc.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This position will operate as field-based regional positions but will be responsible primarily for in-person recruitment activities for Buncombe, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Macon, Madison, McDowell, Swain, Transylvania, Rutherford, Burke, and Polk counties; and possible other surrounding counties.
Salary Range: $50,088-$87,654Recruitment Range: $50,088-$73,000 Must have a valid driver's license, in order to operate a State Vehicle. This posting will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

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:

• Experience planning and implementing strategic field recruitment initiatives.
• Experience using social media tools and electronic platforms in the recruitment process.
• Experience candidate sourcing and/or sourcing candidates through various web-based HR/ Recruitment platforms.

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 website for additional information.

About The Division of Human Resources:

The Division of Human Resources provides support and strategic direction for personnel operations within the Department of Adult Correction. This includes recruitment, compensation, classification, employee relations, policy development, benefits, and organizational development. HR ensures compliance with state and federal laws and works to enhance employee engagement and workplace culture.

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.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

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 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.

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.

Bachelor’s degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution

OR

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 3 years of progressive experience in Human Resources

OR

An equivalent combination or education 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.

Recruiter:

Scot Timothy Watanabe

Email:

[email protected]