Detention Officer Job at Jackson County, NC, Sylva, NC

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  • Jackson County, NC
  • Sylva, NC

Job Description

Salary: $39,531.42 Annually

Location : 399 Grindstaff Cove RoadSylva, NC

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Job Number: 20240108

Department: Sheriff's Office

Opening Date: 07/01/2024

Closing Date: 9/30/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Position Overview

This position ensures that all inmates are secured, and medical needs are met. The Officer also ensures that the safety and welfare needs of both detention officers and inmates are addressed according to rules and regulations. Grade 21

Duties and Responsibilities


  • Visually checks all inmates at designated times.
  • Performs additional checks on and segregate special inmates (suicide risk, high blood alcohol content, mentally ill, assault risk).
  • Counts inmates at designated times.
  • Ensures that all procedures are followed in detail for the receipt of new inmates.
  • Performs laundry and cleaning duties.
  • Processes inmates into and out of the facility; process work-release inmates in and out of the facility.
  • Classifies inmates and house them according to state statutes.
  • Performs inmate transfers to prison, other facilities and medical appointments; assists patrol with transporting involuntary commitments.
  • Assists medical staff with passing medication and taking inmates to medical to see the nurse or doctor.
  • Maintains shift logs (rounds and pass down), inmate records, and files.
  • Escorts inmates to and from court.
  • Sets up and monitors visitation.
  • Runs main and second control rooms.
  • Ensures the safety of all visitors to the facility.
  • Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent; compliance with the minimum standards for training and certification set by the state of North Carolina for detention center personnel; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications :
  • Possess a valid, State of North Carolina driver's license to operate a motor vehicle. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
  • Must successfully complete the Detention Officer Certification Course (DOCC) and obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
  • Must be able to work a varied work schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
  • Must be a US Citizen and twenty-one (21) years of age at time of initial employment date.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


  • Knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
  • Knowledge of the security, rules, regulations and procedures of the institution.
  • Knowledge of the practices of modern penology as related to the supervision and care of persons under institutionalized restraint.
  • Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Ability to enforce institutional rules firmly and fairly.
  • Ability to detect potential behavior problems of inmates.
  • Ability to detect the early symptoms of common health problems.
  • Ability to carry out oral and written directions accurately.
  • Ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates.
  • Ability to prepare records and reports.
  • Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
  • Ability to possess good physical agility and endurance.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and interact with management, employees, members of the general public and other groups involved in the activities of the County as they relate to the department.

Jackson County provides a robust offering of employee benefits including: employer paid medical and dental benefits, participation in the Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System, paid leave (vacation, sick, and holiday), Employee Clinic, Wellness program, and supplemental benefit offerings. A full overview of benefits is available at

Job Tags

Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Local area, Shift work, Night shift,

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