Top 101 Sheriff Jobs in North Carolina

Detention Officer Cadet - Tiered Sign-on Bonus Up To $5,000
Wake County Government —Raleigh, NC
- $25.33 - $37.99 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Paid training
Deputy Sheriff/Trainee
Mecklenburg County —Mecklenburg County, NC
- $63,336 - $68,086 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Clean driving record
- Heavy lifting
- Military
Deputy Sheriff
Johnston County, NC —Johnston County, NC
- $62,212.80 - $102,302.00 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Deputy Sheriff
Johnston County —Smithfield, NC
- $62,212.80 - $102,302.00 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Public school
Deputy Sheriff
Union County Sheriff's Office —Monroe, NC
- $61,068.72 - $83,458.68 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid jury duty
- Paid parental leave
Deputy Sheriff
Randolph County (NC) —Asheboro, NC
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
Detention Deputy Sheriff
Iredell County, NC —Iredell County, NC
- $56,225.08 - $87,711.12 a year
- Full-time
- Serving
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
BLET DEPUTY SHERIFF CADET Multiple
Durham County —Durham, NC
- $50,004 - $85,207 a year
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Entry level
Deputy Sheriff
New Hanover County —Wilmington, NC
- $24.57 an hour
- Extended hours
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Deputy Sheriff Basic
Pitt County Government —Greenville, NC
- $57,310 - $90,573 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
Deputy Sheriff SRO
Iredell County, NC —Iredell County, NC
- $59,225.08 - $87,771.12 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
2d
Deputy Sheriff SRO
Iredell County —Statesville, NC
- $59,225.08 - $87,771.12 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Outdoor work
2d
Deputy Sheriff
Vance County, NC —Henderson, NC
- $50,523 - $65,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Deputy Sheriff
County of Wayne —Goldsboro, NC
- $41,869.98 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Public school
Deputy Sheriff
Iredell County, NC —Iredell County, NC
- $56,225.08 - $87,711.12 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Deputy Sheriff
GUILFORD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE —Greensboro, NC
- $53,340 - $69,104 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Deputy Sheriff
Halifax County Government —Halifax, NC
- $55,302 - $61,848 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Deputy Sheriff
Pender County Government —Burgaw, NC
- $54,577.36 - $67,539.48 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driving
- Outdoor work
Deputy Sheriff
Harnett County, NC —Lillington, NC
- $53,006 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Addiction Medicine
- No experience needed
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Deputy Sheriff
Wilson County Government —Wilson, NC
- $54,516 - $92,124 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Commercial
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays

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Detention Officer Cadet - Tiered Sign-on Bonus Up To $5,000

Wake County Government -
Raleigh, NC

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Job Details

$25.33 - $37.99 an hour

Benefits

Paid training

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
High school diploma or GED

Full Job Description

This position is eligible for a tiered sign-on bonus up to $5,000.
What You'll Be Doing

Are you looking for a career where your work truly matters—where every shift contributes to the safety, stability and fairness of your community? As a Wake County Detention Officer - Cadet, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining order, upholding the law and supporting the justice system from the inside out. As a Cadet, you’ll receive comprehensive, paid training to prepare you for a future as a fully certified Detention Officer. You’ll gain the skills, discipline and experience needed to maintain safety, security and order within our correctional facilities - all while making a difference in the lives of others.

Detention Officer - Cadet Salary and Incentives:

Detention Officer Certification Course (DOCC). Hire date will be prior to the beginning of the Academy. Hourly rate for employees until completion of the DOCC Academy is $27.25 per hour ($56,700 annually) and will increase to $28.61 per hour when training and certification is obtained. Incentives for education (3-6%), military (2-3%), prior experience (varies) and fluency in a foreign language (4%) will be calculated after DOCC training is completed.

Primary Duties:

Perform custodial duties associated with the transportation, security and supervision of prisoners in the Wake County Detention Center (WCDC) and the Wake County Public Safety Center (PSC)

Perform a variety of duties ranging from direct supervision, control desk, inmate escorts, K-9, and transportation of inmates

Perform work in accordance with the Wake County Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the Training and Standards Council of the Department of Justice of North Carolina

Perform work under the direct supervision of the employee’s squad or area supervisor

The applicant must be willing to work 12-hour shifts which include nights, holidays and weekends

NOTES:

Detention applicants must demonstrate a minimum level of physical ability and fitness by completing the Wake County Sheriff’s Office's Physical Agility Test (SOPAT). The test consists of running 40 meters, climbing up and down stairs, completing 10 pushups, and simulating rolling/moving an adult-sized object. The purpose of this physical test is to simulate and measure an officer’s physical ability to respond to a critical incident and apprehend or potentially control a prisoner/suspect.

Following submission of this application, you will receive an email to schedule a reading and physical fitness assessment

If you have any questions please contact the Wake County Sheriff’s Office Recruiting Division at (919) 856-6983

About Our Team

With a wide array of services, Wake 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. Wake County Government employs approximately 4800 employees and approximately 1000 of those are employed by the Sheriff’s Office which provides Law Enforcement services throughout the community. With over 850 square miles of area and 1.2 million residents, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for those in the unincorporated areas of the County. For more information about Wake County Government, visit www.wake.gov and the Wake County Sheriff’s Office at www.wake.gov/sheriff.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

High school diploma or GED

No specific experience required

Equivalent education and experience are accepted

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

Knowledge of federal, state and local laws governing the operation of the Wake County Detention Center and the Wake County Public Safety Center

Knowledge of forms, records and reports used in the detention facility

Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time

Ability to maintain discipline and order among arrestees

Ability to work in a confined area

Ability to deal firmly and courteously with arrestees and visitors

Ability to use sound judgment in both routine and emergency situations

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with other employees

About This Position

Location: Wake County Detention Raleigh, NC 27603

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Hiring Range: 27.25 per hour

Market Range: 25.33 - 37.99

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: This position is open until filled and may close at any time.

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