Employment Opportunities
The Chowan County Sheriff’s duties encompass more than just the Sheriff’s Office, it also includes Chowan Central Communications and the Chowan County Detention Facility. Employment opportunities are filled on an as needed basis, and applications are always accepted.
Deputy Sheriff
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Deputy Sheriffs patrol the county to include residential and business areas. All deputies work closely with other emergency personnel in Chowan County. Their main responsibilities include; answering calls for service, criminal investigations, criminal process service, civil process service, transporting inmates, and court security.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid NC driver’s license, able to work rotating shifts, be able to pass a background
investigation as required by NC Sheriff’s Training and Standards, as well as other requirements for BLET and Sheriff Standards (more information provided through the application process).
Interested applicants should first fill out the Chowan County Application and return it to the Sheriff’s Office at 305 W Freemason St, Suite 1200, Edenton, NC 27932.
Telecommunications Manager
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The 911 Central Communications Director works cooperatively with participating agencies for computer-aided and radio dispatch of law enforcement, fire, and EMS while supervising clerical and professional employees. You will direct the daily operations of a 24-hour emergency communication center; develop operational policies and procedures to implement objectives; plan and budget for existing and future staffing needs, technology replacement and other resources among several other duties. Must prove competency in high-pressure environments and be on call 24 hours a day.
Individuals interested in this position may submit a county application and return it to the Sheriff’s Office.
Telecommunicator (911 Dispatch)
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Primary duties consist of performing technical work on an assigned shift receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service, monitoring radios for law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, other related equipment/personnel and other necessary duties as required for communications.
You must be 21 years of age, possess a High School diploma or equivalent, able to work rotating shifts and be able to pass a background investigation as required by NC Sheriff’s Training and Standards.
Applications must be submitted to Chowan County Sheriff’s Office, PO Box 78, Edenton, NC 27932.