Deputy Sheriff and Detention Officer

Cabarrus County, NC
Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office

DETENTION OFFICER

Detention starting pay is $57,657.60 – hourly rate $26.40. 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.

A Cabarrus County Detention Officer Must:

  • Be at least 20 years old
  • Be a citizen of the US
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent. Training and standards requires equivalent diploma be at least partial classroom.
  • Be in good physical condition
  • Possess or be able to possess a NC driver’s license
  • Not have a conviction of a felony or serious misdemeanor
  • Meet applicable standards and Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office requirements. Must qualify for State Law Enforcement Certification. This certification is in accordance with the NC Sheriff’s Training and Standards Commission.
  • Must live and be able to respond within one hour of the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office
  • Be of good moral character

Minimum Education / Experience requirements

Education and Experience:

Requires graduation from high school or GED.

 

DEPUTY SHERIFF

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.

Deputy 12 hour starting pay is $60,540.48- hourly rate $27.72. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile.

Deputy 8 hour starting pay is $57,657.60- hourly rate $27.72. 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.

A Cabarrus County Deputy Sheriff Must:

  • Be at least 20 years old.
  • Be a citizen of the US.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent. Training and standards requires equivalent diploma be at least partial classroom.
  • Possess or be able to possess a NC driver’s license.
  • Not have a conviction of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
  • Meet applicable standards and Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office requirements. Must qualify for State Law Enforcement Certification. This certification is in accordance with the NC Sheriff’s Training and Standards Commission.
  • Must live and be able to respond within one hour of the Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office.
  • Be of good moral character.

Minimum Education / Experience requirements

Education and Experience:

Requires graduation from high school or a GED.

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https://www.cabarruslaw.us/Join-Our-Team