Watauga County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of Detention Officer/Jailer. Duties include maintaining jail security, processing and releasing inmates, serving meals and transporting inmates. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school is required. Preference may be given to female applicants in order to comply with NC Administrative Code 10A NCAC 14J .0601, under the authority of G.S. 153A-221. County benefit package includes health insurance, retirement, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Salary Range $50,235 - $52,748 depending on qualifications. , or Apply at NC Works Career Center, 130 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone, NC 28607, (828) 265-5385. Applications may also be obtained at www.wataugacounty.org (Employment Link) and submitted by mail, email [email protected], or fax (828) 265-5410. This position is open until filled. Watauga County is an EEOE.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,235.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Boone, NC 28607: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
