County of Chatham, NC Hiring for Detention Officer at Pittsboro, NC Full Time

Chatham County Employment Opportunity

HR Announcement Number: 21-072

Job Title: Detention Officer

Location: Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, Pittsboro, NC

Contact Person: Captain Steve Maynor

Telephone number: (919) 545-8157

Address to send application: Chatham County Human Resources, P.O. Box 1809, Pittsboro, NC 27312

For a printable copy of the Chatham County job application, click Application for Employment

Or apply online at: https://chathamnc.seamlessdocs.com/f/ChathamJobApplication

Job Summary

The position will observe and accompany inmates inside the jail and related care and record keeping requirements. Work involves exercising tact, firmness, sound judgment and decisiveness in handling routine and emergency situations. Duties include processing incoming prisoners, completing paperwork, taking photographs, searching prisoners, obtaining, and securing inmates’ personal property, assigning and escorting inmates to proper holding facilities, and advising inmates of jail rules and regulations. Arrange contacts by visits or telephone calls between inmates and relatives. Control doors and other devices to ensure proper safety and security of jail occupants. Transport inmates to court, other prisons, medical visits, and other locations.

Minimum Qualifications

Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to inmate sentencing, pre-trail conditions and release. The successful candidate will have graduated from high school supplemented by jail certification and training.

Salary

Salary Depends on Qualifications:

• Detention Officer – $39,917
• Senior Detention Officer- $41,912
• Master Detention Officer- $44,009

Position Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Chatham County is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39,917.00 – $46,162.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location: One location