Salary : $50,827.49 Annually
Location : Justice Center Newton, NC
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 02097
Department : Sheriff
Opening Date : 02 / 07 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 7 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Position Description
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting for a highly self-motivated and experienced Investigator with outstanding communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills to join our team.
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office responds to approximately 115,000 calls for service each year and is comprised of 265 Deputies, Detention Officers and Employees. The Sheriff's Office is responsible for responding to calls for service, court security, crime prevention, serving civil process and criminal papers, sex offender registrations, investigating crime, providing School Resource Officers at County High and Middle Schools and CVCC, Narcotics, and the Detention Center that currently houses close to 600 inmates.
- ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION :
- Investigators with advanced degrees will receive extra pay based on highest degree obtained : Associates ($.25 per hour), Bachelors ($.50 per hour), Masters ($.75 per hour).
- Investigators who possess a Law Enforcement Intermediate Certificate will receive an additional $.25 per hour.
- Investigators who possess a Law Enforcement Advanced Certificate will receive an additional $.50 per hour.
- A salary increase is given annually upon a successful performance review (dependent upon budget availability).
- Bilingual extra duty pay is provided upon successful completion of testing (dependent upon budget availability).
OTHER INFORMATION :
Investigators work 8 hour shifts Monday-Friday. May also be required to work weekends and evening hours.Pay is bi-weekly (every 14 days).Excellent benefits are offered, including competitive pay, health insurance, dental insurance, and a 5% 401K match.To be considered complete the online Catawba County application in entirety, including supplemental questions.Responsibilities
Interview and question witnesses and suspects; investigates crimes and disturbances, gathers evidence, and cooperates with other governmental law enforcement officers and various agencies in completing investigations and making arrestsMaintain a working relationship with other members of the division, department, and other agenciesMaintain thorough and accurate records and complete all paperwork related to investigations and evidence in a timely mannerAssist the Lieutenant, Sergeant, and fellow workers in the day to day operation of the divisionCultivate, use, and manage, confidential informantsCollect and properly handle evidencePossess a working knowledge of investigative practices, procedures, and techniques, as well as staying abreast of state and federal laws and their applicationsParticipate in training as required / requested.Qualifications
Graduation from high school or GED and 3 years of investigative experience20 Years of AgeBLET (Basic Law Enforcement Training)Must Be a US CitizenValid Driver's LicenseAdditional Requirements :
Exemplary knowledge of laws and flexibility to respond safely and professionally to rapidly changing environments.Excellent planning and organizational skills to overcome obstacles and unexpected eventsPossesses a high level professionalism and integrity.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.Strong analytical skills to conduct criminal investigations.Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in written format to complete reports with attention to detail.Ability to react to volatile situations quickly and with clear purpose.Ability to work collaboratively with other Sheriff's personnel and other agencies.Effective computer skills - must be able obtain information and complete data entry.Additional Information
Preferences :
Successfully completed the course work of the Police Law Institute.Successfully completed the course work of Interview and Interrogation.Successfully completed the course work of Basic Drug Investigations.Investigative Experience.Bachelor's Degree.Catawba County Benefits
As of 7 / 1 / 2024 :
You will find that Catawba County has one of the best benefits packages around. Our Human Resources staff are dedicated to keeping in touch with trends in benefits on both a local and national level, listening to employees' suggestions regarding benefits, and continually reviewing to ensure our benefits package is of good quality and meets the needs of both our employees and our organization. Available benefits include :
Health Care
Health : For a small bi-weekly premium, employees may choose between a traditional (co-pay) health plan and a high deductible health plan coupled with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Coverage may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren), or family.Dental Insurance : At no cost to full-time employees, the County covers preventive, routine, and non-routine care. Coverage for the same benefits may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren) and family. In addition, a $2,000 benefit toward orthodontia coverage is provided for children up to age 19.Vision Care : Coverage is available, at group rates, for employee and dependents, with 2 plan options to choose from.Supplemental critical care and accident insurance plans : These optional coverage plans are available at a nominal cost.Flexible Spending Accounts : Pre-tax accounts which can be used to pay for qualified out-of-pocket medical, dental, vision expenses.Employee Wellness
Employee Health Clinic (EHC) : An employee medical clinic, available to all County employees, which operates 40 hours a week. Services provided include acute care, first aid, evaluation and care for workers' compensation injuries, pre-employment screenings, health education, and behavioral health referrals. Services offered both in person and through telehealth. Acute care available to employee's children ages 5-17 regardless of health insurance coverage and for employee's adult children (ages 18-26) or employee's spouse if covered on the county's health insurance.Wellness : The County recognizes the importance of our health and well-being. We maintain a very proactive and effective Wellness Program, including reimbursement and discounts for gym membership, incentives for physical activity, on-site nutrition counseling, free exercise opportunities, wellness education and more.Employee Assistance Program : Counseling services are available to all County employees and immediate family members in the home. Services are provided in a private and confidential setting (in-person or virtually). The County provides coverage for the first six visits.Work Life Balance
Annual Leave : Full-time employees earn from 10-21 days annually based on years of service. Service credit from other NC and Local Governments in the retirement system may be transferred to the County.Sick Leave : Full-time employees earn one day (8 hours) of sick leave per month. Sick leave from other NC and Local Governments in the retirement system may be transferred to the County.Holiday Leave : Throughout the year, 11 days of paid leave are provided in recognition of holidays.Flexible work schedules.Time off for activities that support our local schools.Continuing educational assistance.Discount tickets to recreational venues.Employee appreciation days / activities.Tax-free flexible spending account to pay for dependent care.Financial Security
Local Governmental Employees Retirement System : For employees assigned to work 20 hours per week or more in a benefitted position, participation in this program is automatic. Employees contribute 6% of their salary, which is tax deferred. After (5) years of creditable service, you become fully vested in the retirement system. Employees may also take advantage of individual and group retirement counseling through the Human Resources department.401K : The County provides a 2% contribution plus an additional 1% match (up to 3% total contribution by the County). Our sworn law enforcement officers receive a flat 5% contribution to their 401k.Other Tax Deferred Programs : Other tax-sheltering programs are available through IRS Code 125 (Cafeteria Plan), and a 457 supplemental retirement plan (Deferred Compensation).Longevity Pay : After 5 years of creditable service, employees receive an annual longevity payment that is paid every year thereafter. This lump sum payment rewards employees for their length of service to Catawba County. The amount is based on years of service.Life Insurance : Death benefit equal to one times employee's annual salary with a minimum coverage amount of $25,000. Optional supplemental life insurance coverage is also available for both employee and dependents through payroll deduction at group rates.Short Term Disability : Available at no cost to employees, benefits are available after a 55-day waiting period.Long Term Disability : Available through payroll deduction at group rates.Eligibility for membership and financial services at State Employees Credit Union (SECU) / Local Government Federal Credit Union (LGFCU).Please explain why you are interested in this position and specifically in joining the Catawba County Sheriff's Office.
Applicants must be 20 years of age or older. Are you 20 years of age or older?
To be Certified as a Deputy Sheriff for the N.C Sheriff's Standards Division, you must pass an extensive criminal background check. Have you ever been charged or convicted of any unlawful offense? If so, please explain fully here, including type of offense, and date(s) of conviction.
Check the status below that corresponds with BLET (Basic Law Enforcement Training)?
I have completed BLET in North Carolina.I am currently enrolled in BLET in North Carolina.I have not completed or am not currently enrolled in BLET in North Carolina.Required Question
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