Deputy Sheriff/Trainee

County of Mecklenburg, NC

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Deputy Sheriffs of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office are responsible for enforcing the statutes of North Carolina, and all local and federal laws, as well as following the rules and regulations set forth by the Sheriff of Mecklenburg County. Selected candidates are required to pass a reading comprehension test, physical examination, psychological evaluation and an in-depth background investigation. Successful candidates for Deputy Sheriff positions must be of good moral character and must not have a criminal history that would prevent them from being able to obtain and maintain a dual role as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer and certified Detention Officer from the North Carolina Sheriff’s Education and Training Standards Commission. Deputy Sheriff candidates must also adhere to the standards set by Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. Employment is contingent on the successful completion of the mandated 6-week training to include classroom instructions and daily physical activities (running, push-ups, sit-ups, heavy lifting, etc.…). Entry level Deputy Sheriffs are primarily assigned to the Arrest Processing Center or the Courts Division, but MCSO management reserves the right to assign personnel anywhere in the organization based on legitimate business needs.

Requirements

North Carolina BLET certification required prior to applying for Deputy Sheriff position.
High School Diploma, or G.E.D. equivalence.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving history.
Ability to pass a drug screening and complete medical examination by a licensed physician, including psychological testing and evaluation.
20 years of age prior to hire date.
U.S. citizen or Naturalization Certification, if applicable.
Ability to pass agency physical fitness and reading comprehension test.
Clean criminal record to include no felony convictions.
No DWI conviction within the past five years and no more than two in a lifetime.
Honorable Military Discharge, if applicable.
Reside within 50 miles radius of the Sheriff’s Office Detention Center – Central.
Pass the firearm qualification with a score of 80% or better.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency speaking, reading, and writing in a foreign language other than English (for bilingual incentive pay).

Responsibilities

Enforcing the statutes of North Carolina, and all local and federal laws.
Following the rules and regulations set forth by the Sheriff of Mecklenburg County.
Maintaining a dual role as a sworn Law Enforcement Officer and certified Detention Officer.
Completing mandated 6-week training including classroom instructions and daily physical activities.
Being assigned to the Arrest Processing Center or the Courts Division.
Potentially being assigned anywhere in the organization based on legitimate business needs.