Detention Officer (Jailer)

Caldwell County Detention Center | Caldwell County Sheriff's Office

Looking for more than just another job?

If you're the person who stays calm when everyone else is losing it…

If you're the coworker people trust to solve problems…

If you've worked in customer service, healthcare, hospitality, education, security, the military, or another fast-paced environment where communication matters...

You already have many of the skills we're looking for.

At the Caldwell County Detention Center, we don't just hire officers. We build professionals who make a difference every day.

No corrections experience? That's okay.

We'll teach you the custody side. You bring the professionalism, integrity, and willingness to learn.

What You'll Do

Every shift is different.

You might:

• Help safely book new detainees into the facility.
• Resolve conflicts before they become emergencies.
• Build professional rapport while maintaining firm boundaries.
• Maintain the safety and security of inmates, staff, and visitors.
• Conduct security checks and enforce facility rules.
• Assist with medication, meals, and daily operations.
• Write reports and document important incidents.
• Respond to emergencies as part of a professional team.

This is a career where communication is just as important as confidence.

Who Succeeds Here?

The best officers aren't always the loudest.

They're the people who:

• Stay calm under pressure.
• Treat everyone with professionalism and respect.
• Know how to communicate with difficult people.
• Can de-escalate tense situations.
• Hold others accountable without losing their composure.
• Show up for their team.
• Have integrity when nobody is watching.

If you've worked in customer service, restaurants, retail, healthcare, behavioral health, education, corrections, law enforcement, security, or the military, many of your skills transfer directly into this profession.

What You'll Receive

• Paid on-the-job training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Leadership development
• Ongoing professional training
• Stable county employment
• Affordable health insurance
• Two retirement plans
• Supportive leadership committed to your success

12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Day Shift
7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Night Shift
7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Enjoy every other weekend as a three-day weekend, giving you more time with family, hobbies, and life outside of work.

This Career Is Different

Corrections isn't about sitting behind a desk.

It's about leadership.

It's about professionalism.

It's about protecting your community while treating people with dignity.

Every day you'll solve problems, build confidence, and develop skills that transfer throughout public safety and law enforcement.

You'll leave every shift knowing your work mattered.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, opportunities to grow, and a career with purpose, we'd like to meet you.

Apply today and begin your career with the Caldwell County Detention Center.

Pay: $18.50 - $19.43 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $19