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

Job Title

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: 25.96 - 38.94

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

This position is eligible for a tiered sign-on bonus up to $5,000.

What You'll Be Doing

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and the Wake County Sheriff's Office e.gov/sheriff.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• 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

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play.

The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives;

such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.