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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Wildlife Law Enforcement Sergeant - Special Investigator

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

I (working title: "Wildlife Law Enforcement Sergeant- Special Investigator") for our Law Enforcement Division....

Correctional Sergeant II-Mountain View Correctional Institution

  • Newland, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Newland, NC
  • 1 day ago

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

Correctional Sergeant III - Foothills Correctional Institution

  • Morganton, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Morganton, NC
  • 1 day ago

Employees at this level supervise more staff than recognized in the lower level Correctional Sergeant I or II....

Correctional Sergeant I

  • Columbia, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, NC
  • 1 day ago

Work in this class involves first-line supervision to Correctional Officers in minimum-custody facilities, increasing the custody and security coverage. Positions assign lower-level custody staff...

Correctional Sergeant III - Marion Correctional Institution

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

Employees at this level supervise more staff than recognized in the lower level Correctional Sergeant I or II....

Correctional Sergeant III

  • Laurinburg, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Laurinburg, NC
  • 3 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 II

  • Clinton, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Clinton, NC
  • 4 days ago

Reporting to a Correctional Lieutenant, this position will provide supervision for subordinate staff. Job responsibilities include; but are not limited to, the following: Conducting shift line-up,...

Correctional Sergeant II - Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution Salary $37,782.00 - $66,120.00 Annually Location Avery County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-04750 INST2 60064285 Department...

Correctional Sergeant II - Granville Correctional

  • Oxford, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Oxford, NC
  • 5 days ago

This position reports directly to a Correctional Lieutenant II and/or the Correctional Housing Unit Manager II and is the first line of supervision to Correctional Officer II's. Other job...

Correctional Sergeant II - Franklin Correctional

  • Louisburg, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisburg, NC
  • 5 days ago

This position reports directly to a Correctional Lieutenant II and is the first line of supervision to Correctional Officer II's. Other job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the...

Police Sergeant

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 11 days ago

Supervises and assists in the investigation of major crimes, as assigned; makes case assignments for Criminal Investigation Division personnel....

Police Sergeant - $10,000 SIGN ON BONUS!

  • Kinston, NC
  • 11 days ago
  • Kinston, NC
  • 11 days ago

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

Correctional Sergeant II - Avery Mitchell Correctional Institution

  • Newland, NC
  • 16 days ago
  • Newland, NC
  • 16 days 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...

Police Sergeant - DEPARTMENT ONLY

  • Elizabeth City, NC
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elizabeth City, NC
  • 90+ days ago

Requires High school diploma or GED equivalent and seven (7) years of law enforcement experience. Requires Basic Certificate by the Law Enforcement Professional Certificate Program....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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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
14.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.9%
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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