Detention Officer I/II/III (DO I/II/III)

About the role

Craven County is recruiting Detentions Officers. Selected candidates may be classified as Detention Officer I, Detention Officer II or Detention Officer III depending upon education, experience, qualifications, and certification.

Detention Officer I: Performs a variety of duties in the care and security of prisoners in the Detention Center. An employee in this class is responsible for performing a variety of duties pertaining to the safety, detention and securing of prisoners in an assigned area of the Detention Center. Considerable tact and firmness are required in frequent contacts with the general public. The employee is required to exercise alertness and some independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Work is performed in accordance with specific instructions and established jail operation policies and procedures. The employee is subject to the usual hazards of detention center management work. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Detention Center Supervisor and is evaluated through observation, review of records and on-site inspections.

Detention Officer II: Performs lead worker duties performing a variety of tasks in the care and security of prisoners in the County Detention Center. An employee in this class is responsible for performing a variety of duties pertaining to the safety, detention and securing of prisoners in the booking area of the Detention Center. Employee performs in a lead worker capacity and provides limited supervision in the absence of a higher-ranking officer. Considerable tact and firmness are required in frequent contact with the public. The employee is required to exercise alertness and some independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Work is performed in accordance with specific instructions and established detention center operation policies and procedures. The employee is subject to the usual hazards of detention center management work. Work is performed