Deputy (Onslow County Sheriff's Office)

Onslow County Sheriff's Office; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Onslow County Sheriff's Office is seeking a capable law enforcement professional to perform a range of protective and support duties in a dynamic environment. The role emphasizes safety, public service, and the application of de-escalation techniques while upholding agency standards.

The successful candidate will handle patrols, investigations, and records management, with opportunities for specialized assignments based on qualifications and agency needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Possession of an appropriate North Carolina driver’s license.
• Must have completed and maintain certification through North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
• Must meet and maintain all Sheriff’s Office, North Carolina, and CALEA-mandated training and certification requirements, including annual firearms qualification.

Responsibilities

• Operates a marked patrol vehicle to conduct proactive and directed patrols, enforce traffic and criminal laws, respond to dispatched calls for service, and identify suspicious or criminal activity.
• Serves criminal and civil process, including warrants, summons, and subpoenas; effects lawful arrests, using restraints when necessary, while following agency training in de-escalation and use of force.
• Conducts traffic enforcement, including speed detection, DWI enforcement, traffic control, and motorist assistance.
• Assists other law enforcement officers and agencies on various tasks.
• Uses computer systems and mobile data terminals to conduct records checks, criminal histories, warrants, and missing person inquiries through RMS, CAD, NCIC, and other authorized databases.
• Assists in criminal investigations by securing crime scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, documenting findings, and testifying in judicial proceedings.
• Accurately prepares and maintains various records and files, as well as prepares various reports.
• May be assigned to specialized duties such as field training officer, desk operations, investigations, court security, or other assignments based on qualifications and agency needs.
• Inspects and maintains assigned vehicle, firearms, and issued equipment to ensure operational readiness and accountability.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Skills

De-escalation skills

Physical agility

Firearms handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RMS

CAD

NCIC

Job description

Performs responsible protective service work in the Sheriff's Office involving a variety of general or support duty assignments and involving an element of personal danger; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Our core values—Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty—are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primary responsibilities include enforcing laws, maintaining public order and safety, conducting preliminary and follow-up investigations, serving civil and criminal process, engaging in community policing and crime prevention initiatives, preparing court cases, and maintaining accurate records and reports through approved technologies.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position).

• Operates a marked patrol vehicle to conduct proactive and directed patrols, enforce traffic and criminal laws, respond to dispatched calls for service, and identify suspicious or criminal activity.
• Serves criminal and civil process, including warrants, summons, and subpoenas; effects lawful arrests, using restraints when necessary, while following agency training in de-escalation and use of force.
• Conducts traffic enforcement, including speed detection, DWI enforcement, traffic control, and motorist assistance.
• Assists other law enforcement officers and agencies on various tasks.
• Uses computer systems and mobile data terminals to conduct records checks, criminal histories, warrants, and missing person inquiries through RMS, CAD, NCIC, and other authorized databases.
• Assists in criminal investigations by securing crime scenes, collecting and preserving evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, documenting findings, and testifying in judicial proceedings.
• Accurately prepares and maintains various records and files, as well as prepares various reports.
• May be assigned to specialized duties such as field training officer, desk operations, investigations, court security, or other assignments based on qualifications and agency needs.
• Inspects and maintains assigned vehicle, firearms, and issued equipment to ensure operational readiness and accountability.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Working knowledge of law enforcement methods, practices and procedures; general knowledge of the geography of the County and location of important buildings; knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Sheriff's Office; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports; ability to use law enforcement technology and information systems; ability to deal courteously, firmly and tactfully with the public under stressful situations; demonstrate cultural awareness and bias-free policing; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances; possess communication and de-escalation skills; possession of physical agility and endurance; skill in the use of firearms, chemical agents, weapons of defense and the operation of a motor vehicle; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Physical Requirements:

Work regularly requires the ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving minor defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, and hazards. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and must wear specialized personal protective equipment.High school diploma or equivalent required.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Possession of an appropriate North Carolina driver’s license.
• Must have completed and maintain certification through North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
• Must meet and maintain all Sheriff’s Office, North Carolina, and CALEA-mandated training and certification requirements, including annual firearms qualification.
• May be required to obtain and maintain specialized certificat