DETENTION OFFICER (12 HR SHIFT) - (NEW PAY PLANS)

Cabarrus County, NC • Cabarrus County, NC

324d • $56,521 - $67,572

About The Position

The position involves performing responsible protective service work supervising inmates and ensuring their care and security at the County Sheriff Detention Center. The work is performed under the supervision of a Sergeant. The role includes maintaining safety and security, supervising visitations, performing special assignments, assisting citizens, and routine duties in the operation of the detention center. The position requires maintaining records and preparing reports, and it may involve various administrative tasks such as purchasing and timekeeping. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Must meet minimum standards of the North Carolina Sheriff's Education and Training Standards Commission
• May be required to complete Employment Security Commission Aptitude Test and submit to a psychological examination
• Polygraph examination and extensive background review required
• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina
• Must be exposed to Taser and OC Spray
• Position is a safety-sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and security of the County Sheriff Detention Center
• Supervises visitations
• Performs special assignments
• Assists citizens
• Performs routine duties in the operation of the detention center
• Maintains records
• Prepares reports
• Processes incoming and departing inmates
• Assigns and escorts inmates to proper cells
• Advises inmates of detention center's rules and regulations
• Orders meals and assists with meal distribution
• Accompanies medical staff on medical rounds
• Performs cell block searches
• Supervises inmates designated as trustees
• Transports prisoners and mental patients to other facilities
• Ensures that inmates make and receive necessary phone calls and visits
• Enforces rules and regulations within the detention center
• Cleans detention center
• May be assigned to a variety of administrative tasks such as purchasing, time keeping, and related duties
• Prepares detailed reports and maintains necessary files
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations
• Performs related duties as required

Benefits

• Hiring range for this position is $56,521.92 - $67,572.96
• Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees