Deputy Sheriff and Detention Officer
DETENTION OFFICER
EFFECTIVE APRIL 19, 2024 – NEW PAY PLANS
Hiring pay for this position is $26.14 hr $57,089.76 annually. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile.
General Definition of Work:
Performs responsible protective service work supervising inmates and ensuring the care and security of inmates at the County Sheriff Detention Center. Work is performed under the supervision of a Sergeant.
Special Requirements:
- Must meet minimum standards of the North Carolina Sheriff’s Education and Training Standards Commission.
- May be required to complete Employment Security Commission Aptitude Test and submit to a psychological examination.
- Polygraph examination and extensive background review required.
- Must be exposed to Taser and OC Spray
- Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina.
- Position is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy
Minimum Education / Experience requirements
Education and Experience:
Requires graduation from high school or GED.
The deputy position can be assigned to work 8 hour or 12-hour shifts depending on the vacancy and location of the position. This posting will be used to fill both 8 hour and 12-hour shifts.
EFFECTIVE APRIL 19, 2024 – NEW PAY PLANS
Hiring range for 12-hour shift positions is $59,950.80 – $71,700.72. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile.
Hiring range for the 8-hour shift positions is $57,096.00 – $68,286.40. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile.
General Definition of Work:
Performs intermediate protective service work in the Sheriff’s Department involving an element of personal danger. Work is performed under regular supervision.
Special Requirements:
- Possession of Basic Law Enforcement Certificate issued by the State of North Carolina.
- Must meet and maintain minimum qualifications for the position established by the department and the State of North Carolina.
- May be required to complete Employment Security Commission Aptitude Test and submit to a psychological examination.
- Polygraph examination and extensive background review required.
- Must be exposed to Taser and OC Spray
- Must pass pre-hire firearms qualifications with a score of 80% or higher
- Possession of an appropriate driver’s license valid in the State of North Carolina.
- Position is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy.
- Position is essential as defined by the Inclement Weather Plan.
- Position may include after-hours work or on-call duty.
Minimum Education / Experience requirements
Education and Experience:
Requires graduation from high school or a GED.
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