Detention Officer I (Continuous Posting)
Description
The Detention Officer I is responsible for the supervision, transportation, and security of inmates housed within the Halifax County Detention Facility. Work involves admitting and booking inmates, preparing inmates for transport and court or medical facilities, feeding inmates, and supervising all other activity by inmates. Work also involves preparing computerized reports and logs, periodic searches, maintaining security, and counseling and advising inmates as needed. Work also requires operating a computer management system and overseeing control and surveillance centers within the facility. Work is performed in accordance with the policies and procedures, North Carolina Department of Human Resources guidelines, and the Training and Standards Council of the Department of Justice of North Carolina. Work is performed under the direct supervision of that employee's supervisor. The applicant must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts which includes holidays and weekends.
Requirements
- Graduation from high school / GED
- Be at least 21 years of age
- Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license
- Be a United States citizen
- Ability to obtain certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the North Carolina Sheriff's Training and Standards Commission
- Meet minimum standards set forth by the NC Sheriff Training and Standards (12NCAC 10B.0301) and discussed in the supplemental Employment Disqualifier document
Compensation
The hiring range for this position is $50,017 - $55,994. Halifax County provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, including membership in the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System.
Application Requirements
- An official completed Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and college transcripts are required to fully evaluate your qualifications for this position
- The completed application and supplemental materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date; postmarks will not be accepted
- All portions on the application, as they relate to your background, must be fully completed
- Applications may not refer to a resume or other enclosed documents (i.e. "see resume" or "see attached"), nor will these items be accepted in lieu of a completed application
- Unofficial transcripts (e.g. student copies) are acceptable for application purposes. If selected for employment, official transcripts will be required
- A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring
Additional Information
- Closing Date: OPEN UNTIL FILLED
- Apply To: Halifax County Human Resources Management, 26 North King Street (next to the Historic Courthouse), Post Office Box 646, Halifax, North Carolina 27839-0646, Telephone: (252) 583-1688
- Applicants that do not meet the full qualification requirements may be offered a Trainee or Work/Against Appointment
- Halifax County is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug test will be required of this position with the results being received (negative) prior to the first day of employment
- In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States