Detention Deputy: Secure, Monitor & Respond (Night Shift)

Lexington County Sheriff's Department; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington County Sheriff's Department seeks responsible individuals to join our team as Detention Deputies. You will help maintain security, supervise inmates, conduct searches, and uphold facility protocols in a structured jail setting.

After training, work typically on the night shift from 6pm to 6am with rotating days and mandatory overtime. Candidates must be 18+, US citizen, a clean criminal record, a valid driver's license, and obtain Class II Basic Jail Certification within a year.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; no experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure and controlled environment within the detention facility.
• Monitor inmate behavior and activities to prevent disturbances or escapes.
• Conduct routine checks and inspections of cells, common areas, and inmates.
• Enforce facility rules and regulations in a fair and professional manner.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and incidents within the facility.
• Prepare accurate and detailed reports on incidents, activities, and inmate behavior.
• Collaborate with fellow detention deputies, supervisors, and other staff members.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lexington County Sheriff's Department seeks responsible individuals to join our team as Detention Deputies. You will help maintain security, supervise inmates, conduct searches, and uphold facility protocols in a structured jail setting.

After training, work typically on the night shift from 6pm to 6am with rotating days and mandatory overtime. Candidates must be 18+, US citizen, a clean criminal record, a valid driver's license, and obtain Class II Basic Jail Certification within a year.