Durham County Government
DEPUTY SHERIFF LATERAL
Durham County Government, Durham, North Carolina, United States, 27703
Deputy Sheriff – BLET Certified
Durham County Government invites applications for the Deputy Sheriff – BLET Certified position.
Department:
Office of the Sheriff
Date Posted:
January 5, 2026
Closing Date:
December 31, 2026
Salary Pay Band (Minimum):
$52,504.00
Salary Pay Band (Maximum):
$89,467.00
Minimum Hiring Salary:
$55,500.00 plus incentives
Job Type:
Full-time
Vacancies will be filled as they occur.
Responsibilities
On an assigned shift, operates a patrol car to observe violations of laws, suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order.
Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints.
Serves warrants, summons, subpoenas, capiases, court orders, notices, attachments, claims and deliveries, ejections, executions, and other legal papers, makes arrests.
Testifies in court.
Assists in domestic disputes.
Directs traffic for funerals and other public gatherings.
Assists other law enforcement officers in investigations.
Serves as court bailiff and prisoner guard.
Reports unsafe conditions existing in the street or other public facilities.
Assists with criminal investigations by presenting evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, prepares property and evidence, recording and issuing of evidence in court cases.
Transport prisoners, mental patients and others as required.
Performs Bailiff and court security duties as assigned.
Prepares detailed reports.
Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
General knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures.
General knowledge of the geography of the County and location of important buildings.
Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Sheriff’s Department.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports.
Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public.
Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Ability to develop skills in the use of firearms and the operation of motor vehicles.
Ability to maintain physical agility and endurance.
Requirements
Most have a current NC Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certification.
Must have or be able to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license.
Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
Special Requirements Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, which includes holidays and weekends.
Equal Opportunity Statement Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Information
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries:
Government Administration
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Department:
Office of the Sheriff
Date Posted:
January 5, 2026
Closing Date:
December 31, 2026
Salary Pay Band (Minimum):
$52,504.00
Salary Pay Band (Maximum):
$89,467.00
Minimum Hiring Salary:
$55,500.00 plus incentives
Job Type:
Full-time
Vacancies will be filled as they occur.
Responsibilities
On an assigned shift, operates a patrol car to observe violations of laws, suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order.
Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints.
Serves warrants, summons, subpoenas, capiases, court orders, notices, attachments, claims and deliveries, ejections, executions, and other legal papers, makes arrests.
Testifies in court.
Assists in domestic disputes.
Directs traffic for funerals and other public gatherings.
Assists other law enforcement officers in investigations.
Serves as court bailiff and prisoner guard.
Reports unsafe conditions existing in the street or other public facilities.
Assists with criminal investigations by presenting evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, prepares property and evidence, recording and issuing of evidence in court cases.
Transport prisoners, mental patients and others as required.
Performs Bailiff and court security duties as assigned.
Prepares detailed reports.
Performs related tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
General knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures.
General knowledge of the geography of the County and location of important buildings.
Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Sheriff’s Department.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports.
Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the public.
Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Ability to develop skills in the use of firearms and the operation of motor vehicles.
Ability to maintain physical agility and endurance.
Requirements
Most have a current NC Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certification.
Must have or be able to obtain a North Carolina driver’s license.
Must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor.
Special Requirements Must be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, which includes holidays and weekends.
Equal Opportunity Statement Durham County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Information
Seniority level:
Entry level
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries:
Government Administration
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