Detention Officer Trainee - $7.5K Sign-On & 12-Hour Shifts

Mecklenburg County; North Carolina; On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office seeks Detention Officers to supervise detainees, monitor visits, and maintain custody safety at the Detention Center. This role requires completing a 10-week training and passing rigorous screenings.

Starting compensation includes a 12-hour shift schedule, with a $2.00 night shift premium and a base hourly rate of $30.45, supported by a $7,500 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving history required.
• Must pass drug screening and medical/psychological evaluations.
• Must be 20 years old at hire.
• Citizen or naturalization as applicable.
• No felony convictions; limited DWI history.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of detainees in custody.
• Monitor visitations and maintain logs in the system.
• Ensure safety and security of the detention facility.
• Prepare reports as necessary.
• Cooperate with training and certification requirements.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving history

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office seeks Detention Officers to supervise detainees, monitor visits, and maintain custody safety at the Detention Center. This role requires completing a 10-week training and passing rigorous screenings.

Starting compensation includes a 12-hour shift schedule, with a $2.00 night shift premium and a base hourly rate of $30.45, supported by a $7,500 sign-on bonus.