Requirements via Sheriff's Standards

  • US Citizen
  • Minimum of 21 years of age
  • High School or GED equivalent
  • Submit to fingerprints
  • Pass medical exam
  • Have a negative drug screen
  • Be of good moral character
  • Submit to background investigation
  • No felony charge/conviction
  • No class B misdemeanor within last 5 years or more than 4 Class A or B misdemeanors regardless of date
  • BLET Certification (Not required for Detention Officers)
  • Detention Officers Must successfully complete DOCC training within 1 year from hire date




SHERIFF'S 
STANDARDS
REQUIREMENTS

NCGS 17E
12 NCAC 10B.0300