Job description
The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is the principal law enforcement agency of New Hanover County, providing service to over 200,000 people within 185 square miles. The Sheriff's Office patrols the county, investigates crimes, apprehends criminals, and provides custody or control for arrested defendants, both pre-trial and sentenced. The Sheriff is responsible for courtroom security, service of civil process, transportation of prisoners and mental patients, and service of criminal papers.
New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.
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Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.
Salary Information:,
The hiring range for this position is $34,008 - $45,911 . Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
- Employer paid 401k contributions;
- Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
- Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
- Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
- Paid parental leave;
- Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
- Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options;
- Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
- Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
- And so much more!
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma/GED and one year of veterinary assistant experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Licenses/Certifications:
- Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
External Candidates:
Full vaccination for COVID-19 is required within 30 days of employment. Vaccination status, to include documentation if fully vaccinated, is required by the first day of employment.
Next Steps:
After the priority date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.
New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity. Benefit options include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, and voluntary term life; local government retirement; 401(k) with 2.5% employer contribution deferred compensation, employee assistance program, generous paid leave, 12 paid holidays, and 100% employer paid long term disability. For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, please click here.
Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire.
Note: All temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern positions with New Hanover County are not eligible to receive benefits. If this is a part-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week, it will not include benefits.jackharris.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, jackharris.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, jackharris.com is the ideal place to find your next job.