Detention Officer

New Hanover County; Castle Hayne (NC); On-site; USD 59,018,000 - 79,847,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid 401k contributions

NC Retirement system participation

Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid

Paid holidays per year

Paid parental leave

Education leave to obtain a degree

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Onsite health and wellness center

Professional development trainings

Opportunities to serve the community

Job summary

New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is seeking full-time Detention Officers to ensure the safety, security and detention of inmates at the county Detention Facility. Responsibilities include processing inmates, patrolling, inspections, visits, meals, transport, and records.

Starting pay is $23.07 per hour ($50,401.05 annually) with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Federal/state benefits, rotating shifts, and extensive qualifications are offered. Must be US citizen with a GED or high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 20 years of age and a US citizen.
• Must be available to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours and during emergencies.
• Candidates must pass written exam, physical abilities test, interview, background check, polygraph, psych eval and medical exam.

Responsibilities

• Process inmates into custody and complete necessary paperwork.
• Patrol jail areas to maintain order and prevent escapes.
• Inspect inmates and cells for cleanliness and contraband.
• Escort inmates for visits, court appearances, and mail inspections.
• Provide meals to inmates and respond to medical emergencies as needed.
• Transport inmates to court and hospitals.
• Prepare records and reports on inmates.
• Perform duties during emergencies or disasters.

Skills

Shift flexibility

Background check

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CPR Certification

Driver's License (NC)

Job description

Position Information

The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications for full time Detention Officers. Detention Officers are responsible for performing duties relative to the safety, security, and detention of inmates at the New Hanover County Detention Facility. Duties include

• Processing incoming inmates into custody by completing paperwork, searching prisoners, obtaining and securing personal property, assigning and escorting inmates to proper holding facilities, and explaining rules and regulations of the detention center.
• Patrolling jail areas to maintain order and prevent escape.
• Inspecting inmates and cells to ensure cleanliness and sanitation; confiscating contraband.
• Obtaining and escorting inmates for visitations and appearances in court, records visits, inspecting all items brought to the jail, and checking incoming and outgoing mail.
• Ensuring all inmates are provided with daily meals and snacks.
• Responding to calls for medical assistance as needed.
• Transporting inmates to and from court and hospitals.
• Preparing records and reports on inmates.
• Performing work during emergency/disaster situations.

Salary Information

The starting hourly rate for a Detention Officer is $23.07 an hour or $50,401.05 annually, plus a $2,000 one time sign on bonus.

New Hanover County Offers

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Must be at least 20 years of age at the time of application and a citizen of the United States.

Please note assignment is at the discretion of the Sheriff.

Must be available to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours and during emergency situations.

Candidates must successfully complete a written examination, physical abilities test, structured interview, background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, and medical examination.

Licenses/Certifications

• Valid NC Driver's License
• Certification as a detention officer within time lines set by the North Carolina Sheriffs' Education and Training Standards Commission.
• CPR Certification within one (1) year of employment.

Additional Documentation Required

The following items will be required to submit to a Recruitment Detective during the process. You do not have to attach these to your application at this time.

• Birth Certificate (1 Photocopy)
• Driver’s License (1 Photocopy)
• Social Security Card (1 Photocopy)
• High School Diploma or GED certificate (1 Photocopy)
• College Degree(s) (1 Photocopy)
• One head and shoulder color photograph
• Certified criminal history from every county you have resided in for the past ten years including where you attended high school (you will be notified by Recruitment when to obtain these)
• If you were in the military, a copy of your DD214 (Member copy 4) will need to be provided showing your type of discharge. Please include a notarized letter explaining any disciplinary action against you during your time of service.
• For all prior criminal charges provide a notarized statement explaining the incident. (For all Misdemeanors & Felonies only)
• Notification of any pending citation or criminal charge (If you receive any citation or criminal charge while in the hiring process provide immediate notification the Recruitment Office as well as documentation once it has been disposed of)
• Naturalization Papers (If you are a Naturalized Citizen)

New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include

• Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions);
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
• Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options;
• Employee assistance program;
• 100% employer paid long term disability;
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies. Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire.

Note: All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits. Part-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits.