Orange County Sheriff's Office

Employment

Employment Requirements

• Must be a citizen of the United States

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must be of good character, as determined by a thorough background investigation

• Must not have committed, or been convicted of, a felony offense--Must possess a valid NC driver’s license and have a good driving record

• Must be a high school graduate or have attained a GED certificate

• Meet the requirements in Section .0300

• Minimum Standards for employment and certification as a justice officer 12 NCAC 10B .0301

Justice Officers Benefits

• Health, Dental, & Life Insurance Disability

• State Government Retirement System

• 401(k) Plan-Paid Holidays-Paid Vacation

• Paid Sick Time

• Family and Medical Leave-School Parental Leave

• Civil Leave (Jury Duty)

• Military Leave

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