Job Information
COUNTY OF MOORE Detention Officer in CARTHAGE, North Carolina
VACANCY NUMBER 25-020
HIRING RANGE $50,123 - $60,926
OPENING DATE February 7, 2025
CLOSING DATE CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT (Although there may not be current openings for these positions, applications are accepted at all times because of the critical nature of the services these positions perform and the urgent need to have them filled.)
TO APPLY Please submit your application online at www.moorecountync.gov
QUESTIONS? Please call the Moore County Sheriffs Office at (910) 947-2931
OR You may also visit Moore County Human Resources at 302 Monroe Street Carthage, NC 28327
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Performs difficult protective service and human support work ensuring the care and security of inmates at the County Jail through essential functions such as processing inmates; maintaining jail security; serving meals; transporting inmates; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of the security, rules, regulations and procedures of the institution Thorough knowledge of the practices of modern penology as related to the supervision and care of persons under institutionalized restraint 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 solve problems within scope of responsibility Ability to supervise the activities of large groups of inmates Ability to prepare records and reports Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Ability to obtain the NC General Detention Officer Certificate within 12 months of employment Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Drivers License
TO APPLY Please submit your application online at www.moorecountync.gov