What are the responsibilities and job description for the Detention Officer I position at Randolph County (NC)?
Responsible for performing a variety of general law enforcement duties relative to the safety, detention, and security of prisoners on an assigned shift. Considerable tact and firmness are required in dealing with violent, suicidal, and mentally disturbed inmates. The employee is required to exercise alertness and some independent judgment in dealing with unusual situations. Work is performed in accordance with established detention center management policies and procedures and supplemented by specific instructions as necessary. The employee is subject to the usual hazards of detention center management work. Work is performed under the close supervision of the Detention Center Major and is evaluated through conferences, review of records, and through inspections.
Graduation from high school; or an equivalent combination of experience and training. Must be 21 years of age. Good Moral Character, must pass background check, psychological evaluation, physical, and drug screen.
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A Randolph County application is required and must be received by email to james.goodnight@randolphcountync.gov
Detention Officers working alone, without direct supervision, must be certified through the North Carolina Human Resources Division of Facilities Services within a year after employment.