Detention Officer

"Everything is Better in Person"

Summary Objective

Person County Government is recruiting for Detention Officers for the Sheriff's Department/Detention Center. The purpose of this position is to provide inmate detention, care, security, and release work in accordance with established policies and procedures. Work includes the observation and accompaniment of inmates inside the jail, transporting inmates, and related care and record keeping requirements.

This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Important Application Information
The following documents are required to be completed during the recruitment process. You can complete these forms and attach to your application now to expedite the recruitment process. To do so, please on the link below, complete the required fields, save the form(s), and add the completed documents to the attachments section of your application. DO NOT SIGN ANY FORMS THAT ARE REQUIRED TO BE NOTARIZED. Your signature will be collected with a notary present when you meet with a Recruitment Detective.

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This is a non-exempt position working 37.5 hours weekly/1950 hours annually.

The starting salary will be determined with consideration given to both the candidate's educational background and relevant work experience.

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record per County policy.

This is a non-exempt position working 2184 hours annually and is eligible for overtime.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Processes incoming inmates, completes necessary intake paperwork, searches prisoners, obtains and secures inmate’s personal property, assigns and escorts inmates to proper holding facilities, advises inmates of detention center rules and regulations.
• Arranges contacts by visits or telephone calls between inmates and relatives, court officials, attorneys; escorts inmates to visiting rooms.
• Answers telephone and radio, inspects incoming and outgoing mail.
• Distributes medication, personal hygiene items, meals, linens, clothing, mail, and other items to inmates, checks on intoxicated and other inmates in special medical or mental conditions.
• Prepares inmates for court.
• Supervises inmates in the cleaning of cells, service of food, cleaning of kitchens, office areas, clothes, and linens.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records on work and inmate activities.
• Transports inmates to court, other detention facilities, medical and mental health treatment, and other necessary trips.
• Provides canteen and meets other needs.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Graduation or GED equivalent.
• Detention Officer Certification Training.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Compliance with minimum standards for training and certification as set by the state of North Carolina for detention center personnel.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must meet Sheriff's Training and Standards and pass a criminal background check and drug test.

Person County conducts pre-employment screening on candidates. Job offers are conditional pending the following:

• A pre-employment drug screen for all candidates. Positions designated by Person County as Safety Sensitive are also subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
• A background check for all candidates. Some positions also require a credit check.
• Additional screening and testing required for some positions.
• Within 3 days of the start of your employment with the County, you must be able to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the US.

Person County Government is an Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer