BLET DEPUTY SHERIFF CADET Multiple

About the role

The Durham County Sheriff’s Office seeks qualified candidates for a BLET Deputy Sheriff Cadet (non-certified) position. Selected candidates will attend the Basic Law Enforcement Training Academy (BLET) and the Field Operations Training (FTO).

Responsibilities

• Performs general law enforcement duties to include patrolling the County during an assigned shift, answering calls for service.
• Enforces the federal, state, and local laws.
• Provides security for the courts of the State of North Carolina.
• Transports prisoners, mental patients, and inebriates.
• Serves both civil and criminal processes as directed by the courts.
• Assists other local, state, and federal agencies in their law enforcement functions.
• Investigates crimes through assignment or develops cases to investigate.
• Performs special assignments or tasks, including undercover and clerical work.
• Prepares reports as required by Office policy.
• Performs other duties as required by the Sheriff.

Requirements

• Must be at least 20 years old.
• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Training & Standards require a high school equivalency diploma be at least partial classroom.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
• Must pass a reading comprehension exam and a physical ability/readiness test.

Special Requirements

Must successfully complete the Basic Law Enforcement Training and Field Operations Training within one (1) year of employment.

Qualifications

None specified.

Skills

Physical ability to meet and cope with all demands of law enforcement training and work.

Ability to learn and maintain a working knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures.

Ability to obtain a working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees, officials, and the public.

Ability to qualify and re-qualify with all mandated Office weapons in accordance with State laws as well as the policies and procedures of the Office of the Sheriff.

Ability to follow directions, learn policies and procedures.

Ability to use sound judgment in both normal and emergency situations.

Benefits

None specified.

Pay

$51,504.00 - $87,763.00

Schedule

Full-time

Benefits

None specified.

Company Description

Durham County Government employs approximately 1,900 employees that work towards providing needed services throughout the community. With a wide array of services, Durham County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow and play. For more information about Durham County Government, visit www.dconc.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location

Nearest Major Market: Durham
Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh