Detention Officer (Onslow County Sheriff's Office)

Onslow County•Jacksonville, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible protective service, ensuring inmates' care, custody, and security at the Detention Center. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Detention Sergeant. Our core values—Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty—are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve.

Requirements

General knowledge of the security, rules, regulations and procedures of the institution
General knowledge of the practices of current correctional practices as related to the supervision and care of persons under institutionalized restraint
Ability to enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly
Ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates
Communication and de-escalation skills
Ability to detect the early symptoms of common health problems
Ability to carry out oral and written directions accurately
Ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility
Ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates
Ability to prepare records and reports
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school
Must be at least 20 years of age to be certified by the NC Sheriff Standards
Must have completed and maintain certification through the North Carolina Detention Officers Certification course
Must meet and maintain all Sheriff’s Office and North Carolina training and certification requirements
US citizenship is required per 12NCAC 10B .0301 (Lawful permanent resident status does not meet the requirement for certification)
Possession of an appropriate North Carolina driver’s license

Nice To Haves

May be required to obtain and maintain specialized certification depending on assignment

Responsibilities

Maintaining facility security
Supervising inmate activities
Ensuring the safety and order of the detention environment
Maintaining accurate records and reports through approved technologies
Patrols Detention Center areas periodically to ensure security and maintain order
Searches and processes inmates in and out of the Detention Center; supervises and checks on lockdown inmates
Supervises inmates during meals, personal hygiene, and related activities to ensure conformance to institutional rules, regulations, and procedures; assists in distributing meals and medication as authorized
Escorts and safeguards inmates to cell; moves inmates around within jail facility; moves inmates for court, attorney visit, probation visit, releases, transport to various offices or other locations; checks on inmates' physical condition; performs facility searches
Assists with booking and releasing inmates, and with inventorying property for new inmates
Prepares routine records on inmates; performs general clerical duties associated with jail operations; communicates to the incoming shift all incidents that occurred on the previous shift
Ensures the care and maintenance of quarters assigned areas
Monitors inmate communications and visitation to ensure compliance with security protocols
Performs related tasks as required