The Detention Finance Technician is responsible for overseeing financial and property processes for confined residents within the secured area of the Wake County Detention Center. This position performs cash-handling, resident's trust fund duties and property control functions. In addition, this position ensures compliance with financial regulations, institutional policies and security procedures while maintaining accurate financial and property records.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work Environment:
This position requires working within the secure area of the Wake County Detention Center. Employees must adhere to all security procedures and will have direct contact with the residents. The Detention Center is a 24/7 operation, including operating during inclement weather. The position requires 12-hour shift work (7pm - 7am), including nights, holidays and alternating weekends.
With a wide array of services, Wake County Government is at the heart of a rapidly growing and diverse area offering residents, employees and visitors exciting opportunities to live, work, grow, and play. Wake County Government employs approximately 4400 employees and approximately 1000 of those are employed by the Sheriff’s Office which provides Law Enforcement services throughout the community. With over 850 square miles of area and over 1 million residents, the Wake County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for those in the unincorporated areas of the County. For more information about Wake County Government, visit www.wake.gov and the Wake County Sheriff’s Office at www.wake.gov/sheriff.
Location: Wake County Detention Raleigh, NC 27603
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Shift Work- nights, holidays and alternating weekends 12 hour shifts
Hiring Range: 25.07 - 28.13
Market Range: 25.07 - 31.18
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 7/3/2026
Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state,
with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications
such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County
allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners,
who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs
over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees
and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities,
a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Position may require a background check that may
include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job
requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from
consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected.
Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during
and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
Wake County Government provides services including tax collection, library services, local parks administration, planning and permitting, health and human services, law enforcement and more. Wake County is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners.
Consistently rated as one of the best places to live and work in America, Wake County, North Carolina is home to NC State University, Shaw University, Research Triangle Park, and 2006 Stanley Cup Champions, the Carolina Hurricanes. Wake County is also the center of state government, with our Capitol Building, legislature and many government offices located in Raleigh.
Wake County is the most populous County in North Carolina. The County consists of 12 municipalities and includes Raleigh, the county seat and state capital. A unique mix of urban and rural small towns distinguishes Wake County from other counties and provides something for every lifestyle.
