Community-Driven Police Officer | Growth & Benefits

Southport Police Department; Southport (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGERS Pension

401(k) Retirement Contribution

Employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision

Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave &

16 Paid Holidays

Overtime opportunities

In-County take-home vehicle program

Educational support and training

Job summary

Southport Police Department seeks motivated Police Officers to perform general patrol duties, respond to calls, investigate crimes, and protect life and property. You will work in partnership with the community to promote safety and public trust.

Current North Carolina BLET certification is required. Out-of-state transfers considered. The department offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development while serving residents, visitors, and local businesses.

Qualifications

• Applicants should be motivated professionals who are enthusiastic about serving and engaging with the Southport community.
• Successful applicants must have the ability to communicate effectively with the public in both formal presentations and dynamic law enforcement situations.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances, and policies of the police department, especially relating to search and seizure, traffic control, pursuit, and arrest.
• Knowledge of animal control, cruelty investigations, rabies investigation procedures, minimum housing standards, and related City ordinances and state laws.
• Working knowledge of current law enforcement principles, practices, methods, and equipment.
• Working knowledge of scientific crime detection and criminal identification methods and procedures.
• Working knowledge of the application of information technology to law enforcement work.
• Skill in the use of firearms and other police equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics.
• Skill in collaborative conflict resolution.
• Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Ability to present effective court testimony.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise activity reports.
• Ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the citizens.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other public officials.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls for service and conduct patrol duties.
• Investigate crimes and motor vehicle accidents and prepare incident reports.
• Conduct follow-up investigations and perform traffic control assignments.
• Promote a positive image of the department through professional interactions with the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Judgment

Conflict resolution

Public relations

Education

North Carolina BLET certification

Tools

Police equipment

Job description

Southport Police Department seeks motivated Police Officers to perform general patrol duties, respond to calls, investigate crimes, and protect life and property. You will work in partnership with the community to promote safety and public trust.

Current North Carolina BLET certification is required. Out-of-state transfers considered. The department offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development while serving residents, visitors, and local businesses.