Detention Officer

National Police; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police in North Carolina seeks a Detention Officer to perform protective service and support work at the County Jail, ensuring inmate safety and security under supervision. The role involves processing inmates, maintaining jail security, serving meals, transporting inmates, and performing related duties as required.

A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required, and the candidate must obtain the NC General Detention Officer Certificate within 12 months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution
• Ability to obtain the NC General Detention Officer Certificate within 12 months of employment
• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Protects inmates and maintains jail security.
• Processes inmates and facilitates meals.
• Transports inmates and performs related duties as required.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Salary: $53,433.00 – $64,950.00 Annually

Position Summary:

Performs difficult protective service and human support work ensuring the care and security of inmates at the County Jail through essential functions such as processing inmates; maintaining jail security; serving meals; transporting inmates; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution
• Ability to obtain the NC General Detention Officer Certificate within 12 months of employment
• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License