Junior Architect / Interior Design Position

Architect II (NS) 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. A successful candidate for the Project Architect (Architect II) will provide DECM-Engineering with in-house architectural support on life-safety, ADA, energy efficiency, egress, and space planning on NCDAC's facilities physical plant for the completion of Force Account construction, renovation, and/or major maintenance projects. This position works closely with other in-house design disciplines, construction, and maintenance personnel within the Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) and with outside design and construction entities to provide services to the department in the form of plan development, specification writing, estimating, building envelope and roof evaluations, field investigations, project management, and planning, scoping, budgeting, and evaluation of other systems for new and existing facilities. Working knowledge of principles and practices of architecture building system planning, design, AND/OR construction. Working knowledge of NC Building Codes and/or International Building Codes. Working knowledge of AutoCAD AND/OR Revit design software. A valid license to practice Architecture in the State of North Carolina. The work schedule is Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM but occasionally could require work hours on Fridays. Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of architecture and design. Thorough knowledge of materials, construction techniques, codes and standards, soils, project management, and of the laws and ordinances pertaining to the design, construction and renovation of buildings and other facilities. Health Insurance options Retirement Plans Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. The Division of Engineering, Construction, and Maintenance (DECM) coordinates all North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections (NCDAC) construction and renovation efforts, working closely with the State Construction Office to bring projects to life. We represent the department on key property and building matters while keeping facilities running smoothly through expert support for mechanical, electrical, kitchen, and other essential systems. With a dedicated team specializing in design, project management, and sustainability, DECM helps ensure our facilities stay safe, efficient, and ready to serve. The work schedule is Monday – Friday and may require some weekend work and overnight travel to meet the demands of the organization. Application Process 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: Full work experience details Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination. If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered. 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 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. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the