What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officer position at Jackson County, NC?
Salary : $39,531.42 Annually
Location : 399 Grindstaff Cove RoadSylva, NC
Job Type : Permanent, Full-Time
Job Number : 20250002
Department : Sheriff's Office
Opening Date : 01 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 31 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Eastern
FLSA : Non-Exempt
Position Overview
This position ensures that all inmates are secured, and medical needs are met. The Officer also ensures that the safety and welfare needs of both detention officers and inmates are addressed according to rules and regulations. Grade 21
Duties and Responsibilities
- Visually checks all inmates at designated times.
- Performs additional checks on and segregate special inmates (suicide risk, high blood alcohol content, mentally ill, assault risk).
- Counts inmates at designated times.
- Ensures that all procedures are followed in detail for the receipt of new inmates.
- Performs laundry and cleaning duties.
- Processes inmates into and out of the facility; process work-release inmates in and out of the facility.
- Classifies inmates and house them according to state statutes.
- Performs inmate transfers to prison, other facilities and medical appointments; assists patrol with transporting involuntary commitments.
- Assists medical staff with passing medication and taking inmates to medical to see the nurse or doctor.
- Maintains shift logs (rounds and pass down), inmate records, and files.
- Escorts inmates to and from court.
- Sets up and monitors visitation.
- Runs main and second control rooms.
- Ensures the safety of all visitors to the facility.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; compliance with the minimum standards for training and certification set by the state of North Carolina for detention center personnel; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses or Certifications :
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Jackson County provides a robust offering of employee benefits including : employer paid medical and dental benefits, participation in the Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System, paid leave (vacation, sick, and holiday), Employee Clinic, Wellness program, and supplemental benefit offerings. A full overview of benefits is available at
Salary : $39,531
