Deputy Sheriff Cadet: Path to BLET Certification

Durham County Government; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Durham County Government's Office of the Sheriff is seeking qualified candidates for the Deputy Sheriff Cadet role. Successful completion of training will certify you as a BLET Law Enforcement Officer, eligible for Deputy Sheriff positions upon certification.

The duties include patrolling, enforcing laws, court security, transporting individuals, serving processes, and assisting other agencies. Applicants must meet age, citizenship, and education requirements and pass fitness and comprehension

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess or obtain a North Carolina driver's license.
• Must not have felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
• Must pass reading comprehension and physical readiness tests.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the county during assigned shifts and respond to calls.
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws.
• Provide court security for North Carolina courts.
• Transport prisoners, mental patients, and inebriates.
• Serve civil and criminal processes as directed by the courts.
• Assist local, state, and federal agencies as needed.
• Investigate crimes or develop cases for investigation.
• Perform special assignments and prepare reports.
• Complete training requirements per Office policy.

Skills

Physical fitness

Reading comprehension

Interpersonal skills

Judgment

Legal knowledge

Ability to follow directions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Durham County Government's Office of the Sheriff is seeking qualified candidates for the Deputy Sheriff Cadet role. Successful completion of training will certify you as a BLET Law Enforcement Officer, eligible for Deputy Sheriff positions upon certification.

The duties include patrolling, enforcing laws, court security, transporting individuals, serving processes, and assisting other agencies. Applicants must meet age, citizenship, and education requirements and pass fitness and comprehension