Detention Finance Technician - Sheriff

Wake County; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Detention Center in Raleigh, NC seeks a Detention Finance Technician to oversee cash-handling, resident trust funds, and property control for confined residents within the secured area. You will ensure compliance with financial regulations and security procedures, maintain accurate records, and operate in a 12-hour night shift (7 PM–7 AM), including weekends and holidays.

Two years of accounting or admin experience and a high school diploma are required, with equivalent education

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills for working in a secured environment.
• Ability to accurately handle cash and maintain financial records.
• Attention to detail in logging resident items and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory and secure storage of clothing and personal property for residents.
• Describe and record items received during processing and ensure proper storage.
• Verify resident identity before returning funds and property on release.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cash handling

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

What You'll Be Doing

The Detention Finance Technician is responsible for overseeing financial and property processes for confined residents within the secured area of the Wake County Detention Center. This position performs cash-handling, resident's trust fund duties and property control functions. In addition, this position ensures compliance with financial regulations, institutional policies and security procedures while maintaining accurate financial and property records.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Inventory, document and securely store clothing and personal property belonging to residents within the secured facility
• Accurately describe and record all items received during Arrest Processing and ensure proper storage in designated property bins
• Verify resident's identity prior to returning all property and funds to the resident upon their release
• Count and process money for incoming arrestees/residents
• Post funds to the correct resident accounts and issue accurate receipts
• Count and reconcile money to system reports
• Review and reconcile daily transactions posted to resident accounts
• Verify receipt totals, supporting documentation and system reports
• Document and resolve discrepancies in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ensure all required paperwork is properly completed and signed prior to end-of-shift submission
• Maintain compliance with detention facility security protocols, financial regulations and institutional policies

Work Environment:

This position requires working within the secure area of the Wake County Detention Center. Employees must adhere to all security procedures and will have direct contact with the residents. The Detention Center is a 24/7 operation, including operating during inclement weather. The position requires 12-hour shift work (7pm - 7am), including nights, holidays and alternating weekends.

About Our Team

With a wide array of services, Wake County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow, and play. Wake County Government employs approximately 4400 employees and approximately 1000 of those are employed by the Sheriff’s Office which provides Law Enforcement services throughout the community. With over 850 square miles of area and over 1 million residents, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for those in the unincorporated areas of the County. For more information about Wake County Government, visit www.wake.gov and the Wake County Sheriff’s Office at www.wake.gov/sheriff.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of accounting or administrative work for an assigned area and cash handling experience
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

How Will We Know You’re 'The One'?

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a team in a secured correctional environment
• Knowledge of business math concepts
• Understanding of filing systems and record-keeping principles
• Ability to accurately handle cash and maintain detailed financial records
• Attention to detail to accurately log personal items
• Knowledge of customer service principles
• Proficiency in modern office technology and standard office equipment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment

About This Position

Location: Wake County DetentionRaleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Shift Work- nights, holidays and alternating weekends 12 hour shifts 7PM - 7AM

Hiring Range: 25.07 - 28.13

Market Range: 25.07 - 31.18

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on9/30/2026

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state,with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publicationssuch as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the Countyallows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners,who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employsover 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employeesand covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities,a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants foremployment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that mayinclude: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on jobrequirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you fromconsideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected.Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, duringand after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.