BLET Deputy Sheriff Cadet: Path to Certification

Durham County Department of Social Services; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 51,504 - 87,763; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government seeks qualified candidates for a BLET Deputy Sheriff Cadet (non-certified) position. Selected individuals will attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy (BLET) and Field Operations Training (FTO).

Upon successful completion, cadets will be certified as a BLET Law Enforcement Officer. This full-time role supports the Sheriff’s Office and requires eligibility criteria including age, citizenship, education, and driving requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• High school diploma or equivalent and acceptable classroom requirements.
• Must possess or obtain NC driver’s license.
• No felony or serious misdemeanor conviction.
• Must pass reading comprehension and physical readiness tests.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the County during an assigned shift and responds to calls for service.
• Enforces federal, state, and local laws.
• Provides court security for North Carolina courts.
• Transports prisoners and other individuals as directed.
• Serves civil and criminal processes per court orders.
• Assists local, state, and federal agencies in law enforcement functions.
• Investigates crimes or develops cases for investigation.
• Performs special assignments or tasks, including undercover and clerical duties.
• Prepares reports as required by Sheriff’s Office policy.

Skills

Physical ability

Knowledge of modern law enforcement

Knowledge of laws

Good judgment

Interpersonal relationships

Ability to follow directions

Weapons qualification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Durham County Government seeks qualified candidates for a BLET Deputy Sheriff Cadet (non-certified) position. Selected individuals will attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy (BLET) and Field Operations Training (FTO).

Upon successful completion, cadets will be certified as a BLET Law Enforcement Officer. This full-time role supports the Sheriff’s Office and requires eligibility criteria including age, citizenship, education, and driving requirements.