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Employees in Wake County Transportation are often responsible for safely operating buses or other county vehicles, adhering to established schedules and routes, conducting pre-trip inspections, and maintaining accurate logs of their activities. They collaborate closely with dispatchers, mechanics, and other team members to ensure reliable service and quick responses to changes or emergencies. Additionally, customer service is a key aspect of the job, as transportation staff frequently assist riders with boarding, address questions, and handle concerns professionally. This dynamic environment offers opportunities to develop valuable public service experience while contributing directly to the mobility and well-being of the community.

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To thrive in a Wake County Transportation role, you generally need a solid understanding of local transit operations, scheduling logistics, and safety regulations, often supported by a valid CDL and a clean driving record. Familiarity with routing software, GPS navigation systems, and fleet management tools is typically required for daily operations. Strong customer service, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities help individuals excel when working with passengers, coworkers, and emergency situations. These qualifications ensure the safe, efficient, and courteous transportation of community members across Wake County.

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A Wake County Transportation job typically involves providing safe and reliable transportation services for students and residents within Wake County. This can include roles such as bus drivers, transportation coordinators, and maintenance staff who ensure that vehicles are properly maintained. Employees in these roles help facilitate daily commutes, school transportation, and special transit services.

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Infographic showing various Wake County Transportation job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% As Needed, 25% Full Time, and 62% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,736 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Detention Officer Cadet - Tiered Sign-on Bonus Up To $5,000

Wake County Government

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$38K - $53K/yr

Other

Posted 23 days ago

Wake County rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

140th of 648 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Are you looking for a career where your work truly matters-where every shift contributes to the safety, stability and fairness of your community? As a Wake County Detention Officer - Cadet, you'll play a vital role in maintaining order, upholding the law and supporting the justice system from the inside out. As a Cadet, you'll receive comprehensive, paid training to prepare you for a future as a fully certified Detention Officer. You'll gain the skills, discipline and experience needed to maintain safety, security and order within our correctional facilities - all while making a difference in the lives of others.

Detention Officer - Cadet Salary and Incentives:

Detention Officer Certification Course (DOCC). Hire date will be prior to the beginning of the Academy. Hourly rate for employees until completion of the DOCC Academy is 27.25 per hour (56,700 annually) and will increase to 28.61 per hour when training and certification is obtained. Incentives for education (3-6%), military (2-3%), prior experience (varies) and fluency in a foreign language (4%) will be calculated after DOCC training is completed.

Primary Duties:

  • Perform custodial duties associated with the transportation, security and supervision of prisoners in the Wake County Detention Center (WCDC) and the Wake County Public Safety Center (PSC)
  • Perform a variety of duties ranging from direct supervision, control desk, inmate escorts, K-9, and transportation of inmates
  • Perform work in accordance with the Wake County Sheriff's Office policies and procedures, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and the Training and Standards Council of the Department of Justice of North Carolina
  • Perform work under the direct supervision of the employee's squad or area supervisor
  • The applicant must be willing to work 12-hour shifts which include nights, holidays and weekends

NOTES:

  • Detention applicants must demonstrate a minimum level of physical ability and fitness by completing the Wake County Sheriff's Office's Physical Agility Test (SOPAT). The test consists of running 40 meters, climbing up and down stairs, completing 10 pushups, and simulating rolling/moving an adult-sized object. The purpose of this physical test is to simulate and measure an officer's physical ability to respond to a critical incident and apprehend or potentially control a prisoner/suspect. 
  • Following submission of this application, you will receive an email to schedule a reading and physical fitness assessment
  • If you have any questions please contact the Wake County Sheriff's Office Recruiting Division at (919) 856-6983

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