BLET Cadet Program for Deputy

Buncombe County Government•Asheville, NC

10d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing specialized law enforcement work as a uniformed patrol deputy to protect lives, property and rights of citizens of the county. The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Cadet Program is for individuals interested in working for the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office who have not completed or are in the process of completing Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET). Candidates selected for the position of Sheriff’s Deputy Trainee must complete basic law enforcement training (BLET) to be certified as a law enforcement officer. The sheriff’s office sends trainees to the Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) BLET academy. The academy is 18-20 weeks long and covers 34 instruction blocks. Cadets with the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office are paid employees of the sheriff’s office while attending the academy. Individuals interested in applying to attend BLET as an employee of the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office or for those seeking employment while currently attending BLET are encouraged to apply and contact our recruiter, Detective Brookshire.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and completion of NC BLET Course; Must be 21 years of age.
Certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the North Carolina Sheriffs' Training and Standards Commission, BLET Certified.
Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina.
No marijuana usage in 12 months prior to the date of application
Must not have used any illegal drugs, other than marijuana, during the 5 years prior to the date of application
Illegal selling or distribution of any drug
No DWI within the last 5 years
No misdemeanor conviction in the last 5 years

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to law enforcement work
Knowledge of the locations of streets, roads, highways and the geography and socioeconomic characteristics of the county
Knowledge of the content and purpose of legal papers and the practices involved in serving them
Some knowledge of the standard practices, materials, techniques, and equipment associated with the Patrol Division
Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment
Ability to exercise sound judgment in emergency and routine situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action
Ability to apply interpretation of laws to specific situations
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
Ability to present court testimony effectively
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned area of the County; inspect troublesome areas and check security of business establishments; answer complaint calls and assist in investigating crimes and disturbances; interview witnesses; gather evidence; interrogate suspects and makes arrests; prepare investigation reports.
Locate designated parties to serve legal papers such as summons, warrants, capiases, commitment papers, and special court orders; make arrests when necessary.
Appear in court as a witness to give testimony.
Cooperate with law enforcement officers of other governmental units in making investigations and arrest.
Assist with community outreach.
Perform other related duties as assigned.