Recruitment

New Simmons 2 Gold

The Davidson County Sheriff's Office is looking for qualified individuals who would like to pursue an exciting career with great benefits. The Davidson County Sheriff's Office currently has opportunities in both non-sworn and sworn positions. A list of open positions can be found here.

Qualifications:

Must be 21 years of age

Must be a U.S. citizen

Must possess a valid NC driver's license

Must have a High School diploma or GED

Must be a resident of North Carolina

Benefits Include:

Deputy - Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Longevity pay and holiday bonuses. Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plans. County retirement, LEO supplement, and 401-K packages are available. Rotating shifts, Uniforms, Equipment, and County issued vehicles provided. Take home a vehicle if you reside within Davidson County. Paid job-related training.

Detention Officer - Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. Longevity pay and holiday bonuses. Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance plans. County retirement, LEO supplement, and 401-K packages are available

Opportunities:

Patrol Deputy

Civil Deputy (Bailiff / Process Server)

Detention Officer

Criminal Investigations

Animal Control

School / College Resource Officer

Vice / Narcotics

D.A.R.E.

Crime Scene Unit

K-9 Unit

Lake Patrol

Background / Training Division

S.E.R.T.

Inmate Work Crew

Traffic and Criminal Enforcement


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Salary Information:

Deputy I (sworn / entry level): $40,876.74

Detention Officer I (non-sworn / entry level): $39,677.74

Detention Officer I (BLET certified): $40,876.74

Signing Bonuses

  • $2,000.00 one-time-only bonus to persons applying for Deputy Sheriff and Detention Officer positions
  • $3,000.00 one-time only bonus to persons applying for Deputy Sheriff and Detention Officer positions who have 3 years or more experience as a law enforcement officer or detention officer