Sergeant Jobs in North Carolina

A Sergeant is a high-ranking official in the law enforcement industry. They are responsible for supervising and guiding lower-ranking officers, maintaining law and order, investigating crimes, and ensuring public safety. Their duties often include planning and coordinating operations, training officers, and dealing with complex or sensitive cases. Sergeants play a crucial role in maintaining discipline, implementing policies, and overseeing the daily operations of the police force. They must possess excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, as well as a thorough understanding of police procedures and laws.

Before becoming a Sergeant, an individual might serve as a Police Officer or a Detective. During their tenure in these roles, they gain valuable field experience and develop their skills in critical thinking, problem-solving, and law enforcement, which are essential for higher positions. To become a Sergeant, one must have advanced certifications such as a police officer certification, officer-in-charge certification, or other relevant qualifications. In addition, they often undergo additional training in leadership, management, and specialized areas of law enforcement. Some law enforcement agencies also require Sergeants to have a degree in criminal justice or a related field.

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Correctional Sergeant II

  • Lillington, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Lillington, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Reporting to the Correctional Lieutenant II, this position will provide supervision of subordinate staff. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Conducting shift...

Correctional Sergeant II-Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution

  • Newland, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Newland, NC
  • 11 hours ago

This position is located at Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution in Avery County, NC. Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer II's in medium-custody...

Correctional Sergeant I - Marion Correctional Institution

  • Marion, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Marion, NC
  • 2 days ago

This position is located at Marion Correctional Institution in Marion, NC (McDowell County). Marion Correctional Institution is a close custody male facility. Work in this class involves...

Correctional Sergeant III

  • Whiteville, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Whiteville, NC
  • 2 days ago

Reporting to a Correctional Lieutenant III and/or Correctional Housing Unit Manager III this position is responsible for assisting the Correctional Lieutenant and/or in the supervision of...

Correctional Sergeant I Rutherford Correctional Center

  • Rutherfordton, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Rutherfordton, NC
  • 4 days ago

This position is located at Rutherford Correctional Center in Spindale, NC Rutherford County Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officer I's in minimum-custody...

Hospital Police Sergeant

  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 8 days ago

Summary: Protect and serve the patients, staff and visitors of UNC Hospitals through law enforcement and crime prevention....

Correctional Sergeant I

  • Troy, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Troy, NC
  • 8 days ago

Reporting to the Correctional Housing Unit Manager II, this position provides supervision for subordinate officers regarding their assigned tasks with male inmates in a Minimum/Medium/Close...

Correctional Sergeant III - Anson Correctional Institution Salary $39,671.00 - $69,426.00 Annually Location Anson County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-07970 INST53 60058483 Department...

Correctional Sergeant I Catawba Correctional Center

  • Newton, NC
  • 21 days ago
  • Newton, NC
  • 21 days ago

Work in this class involves supervising subordinate officers regarding their assigned task with inmates in a state corrections facility. Employees supervise and assign subordinate officers to a...

Police Sergeant (Patrol)

  • Brevard, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brevard, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary: This supervisory position performs a full range of general law enforcement duties, including crime prevention, traffic enforcement, and emergency response....

Police Sergeant

  • Kinston, NC
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 60+ days ago

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT Three years of experience preferred as a sworn law enforcement officer....

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Salary for Sergeant Jobs in North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLawEnforcement research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Sergeant positions.



Highest Education Level

Sergeants in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.0%
Master's Degree
17.8%
High School or GED
17.0%
Associate's Degree
14.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.8%
Some College
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Sergeants in North Carolina
None
36.7%
4-6 years
12.9%
2-4 years
11.1%
10+ years
9.7%
8-10 years
9.0%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
6.9%
Less than 1 year
4.9%


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