Deputy Sheriff Cadet: Train to Become a Certified LEO

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

Job summary

Durham County Government is seeking qualified candidates for the Deputy Sheriff Cadet program. Selected candidates will attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy (BLET) and the Field Operations Training (FTO) and may be certified as a BLET Law Enforcement Officer upon completion.

Opportunities exist for advancement to Deputy Sheriff positions. The program requires basic qualifications and ongoing training within one year of employment, with a starting salary in a broad range to reflect

Qualifications

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• High school diploma or equivalent; training & standards require a high school equivalency diploma be at least partial classroom.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
• Must pass a reading comprehension exam and a physical ability/readiness test.
• Must successfully complete the Basic Law Enforcement Training and Field Operations Training within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the County during an assigned shift and answer calls for service.
• Enforce federal, state, and local laws.
• Provide security for the courts of North Carolina.
• Transports prisoners, mental patients, and inebriates.
• Serves both civil and criminal processes as directed by the courts.
• Assist other local, state, and federal agencies in their law enforcement functions.
• Investigates crimes through assignment or develops cases to investigate.
• Performs special assignments or tasks, including undercover and clerical.
• Prepares reports as required by Office policy.
• Performs other duties as required by the Sheriff.

Skills

Physical ability

Law enforcement knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Good judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Durham County Government is seeking qualified candidates for the Deputy Sheriff Cadet program. Selected candidates will attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy (BLET) and the Field Operations Training (FTO) and may be certified as a BLET Law Enforcement Officer upon completion.

Opportunities exist for advancement to Deputy Sheriff positions. The program requires basic qualifications and ongoing training within one year of employment, with a starting salary in a broad range to reflect