Detention Officer Job Posting

High School diploma or GED

Provide a wide range of services to the Beaufort County Detention Center inmate population including control, care and supervision of inmates; protecting lives and property; perform security checks; booking and processing of inmates; cell searches; meal and property distribution; and other clerical and janitorial duties.

Minimum Salary $40,000, Mid-Point Salary $48,469, and Maximum Salary $59,655 DOQ plus $2,000 Associate or $4,000 Bachelor’s Degree educational incentive, 401K Benefit, and longevity benefits.

Longevity Pay is as followed to current base salary.

• 1st Five Year Interval 1.5%
• 2nd Five Year Interval 2.25%
• 3rd Five Year Interval 3.25%
• 4th Five Year Interval 4.50%
• Each Additional Five Year Interval 4.50%

Health insurance, uniforms and equipment provided, yearly physical fitness incentive, progressive administrative support, continuing educational opportunities, retirement account, 11 paid holidays a year, vacation and sick leave, and promotional opportunities as performance and training allows.

Interested applicants must complete an Applicant Background Package. Packages may be picked up or mailed out Monday through Friday from 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m. at the Beaufort County Sheriffs Office located at 210 North Market Street in Washington. Information is also available online at beaufortcountyso.com. There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are continuously accepted for all positions at the Sheriffs Office and maintained for 120 days. After initial screening, a background investigation may be conducted on Application Packets to determine suitability. The background investigation will include at a minimum: contacting references and employers, a credit report screening, a physical exam, a psychological exam and a drug screen. State law requires that all Detention Officers be at least 20 years of age. Females and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Call (252) 946-7111 with questions or mailing requests.

The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.