Detention Officer
About the role
The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is seeking full-time Detention Officers to join our team. Detention Officers are responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and detention of inmates at the New Hanover County Detention Facility.
Responsibilities
- Processing incoming inmates into custody by completing paperwork, searching prisoners, obtaining and securing personal property, assigning and escorting inmates to proper holding facilities, and explaining rules and regulations of the detention center.
- Patrolling jail areas to maintain order and prevent escape.
- Inspecting inmates and cells to ensure cleanliness and sanitation; confiscating contraband.
- Obtaining and escorting inmates for visitations and appearances in court, recording visits, inspecting all items brought to the jail, and checking incoming and outgoing mail.
- Ensuring all inmates are provided with daily meals and snacks.
- Responding to calls for medical assistance as needed.
- Transporting inmates to and from court and hospitals.
- Preparing records and reports on inmates.
- Performing work during emergency/disaster situations.
Qualifications
- A High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
- At least 20 years of age at the time of application.
- A citizen of the United States.
Requirements
- Valid NC Driver's License.
- Certification as a detention officer within time lines set by the North Carolina Sheriffs' Education and Training Standards Commission.
- CPR Certification within one (1) year of employment.
Skills
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to handle stressful situations calmly.
- Physical stamina and endurance.
- Attention to detail.
Benefits
- Employer paid 401k contributions;
- Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
- Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
- Paid parental leave;
- Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
- Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options;
- Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
- Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
Pay
The starting hourly rate for a Detention Officer is $22.28 an hour or $48,659.52 annually, plus a $2,000 one time sign on bonus.
Schedule
Rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, extended hours, and during emergency situations.
Important Application Information
Once your application has been submitted, a Recruitment Detective will contact you within three (3) business days regarding the next steps in the process. 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 click 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.
Additional Information
To review some of the frequently asked questions regarding employment with the New Hanaworth County Sheriff's office, click here. To review the essential job duties for a Detention Officer, outlining the duties that are common and can be expected for all inexperienced detention officers, click here.
Other Information
- Additional Documentation Required
You do not need to fill out this form. A Recruitment Detective will review this with you and have you sign when you meet.
Equal Opportunity Employer
New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions); Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system; Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; Paid parental leave; Paid community services leave to give back to our community; Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options; Employee assistance program; 100% employer paid long term disability; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist; Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more!