Detention Officer

About This Role

This role is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of individuals housed in the detention center, maintaining facility safety and security, and preventing criminal activity while upholding North Carolina criminal laws. The Detention Officer ensures the well-being of inmates and staff and maintains order within the facility.

Responsibilities

• Accept custody of offenders from arresting officers and book offenders into the detention center using required forms and jail management system
• Verify the identification of persons in custody and check for outstanding warrants
• Escort offenders throughout the detention center
• Answer phone calls, provide information to bondsmen, families, attorneys, court officials, and law enforcement personnel
• Observe and monitor the status and behavior of offenders to gain compliance with operating and safety standards
• Detect hazardous or emergency situations and assist in handling combative, uncooperative, and argumentative offenders
• Carry out other duties as directed by the Sheriff or designee

Requirements

• Must be at least 20 years of age
• Possess a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license
• Currently hold or the ability to obtain a detention officer certification in the State of North Carolina
• Ability to successfully pass oral interview, background check, polygraph examination, medical exam, psychological exam, drug screening, and supplemental interviews

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Nice to Have

• Associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a closely related field
• At least 3 years' experience working in a detention or correctional facility

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

Certifications