Entry-Level Police Officer

Morrisville Police Department; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Morrisville Police Department is seeking motivated individuals to start a career in law enforcement through our Police Cadet program. Cadets are paid during training, and BLET costs are covered at a local community college.

Upon successful completion, cadets transition to Police Officer I with a take-home vehicle and a starting salary within the Police Officer pay range. For questions, contact Sergeant Lori Strickland at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to complete BLET training.
• Interest in public safety and community service.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas and respond to calls for service.
• Protect people and property through safety and crime prevention.
• Build trust with residents, businesses, and visitors.
• Enforce traffic laws and investigate violations.
• Serve criminal summonses, subpoenas, and warrants as needed.
• Participate in community outreach and neighborhood programs.
• Investigate crashes, collect evidence, and prepare reports.
• Collaborate with officers and community partners to enhance public safety.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Start Your Law Enforcement Career with Morrisville Police Department

At the Morrisville Police Department, we are committed to developing the next generation of outstanding public safety professionals. We are looking for motivated individuals who are passionate about serving their community and ready to begin a rewarding career in law enforcement.

As a Police Cadet, you'll be paid while you train. We cover the cost of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) through a local community college and provide a competitive cadet salary of $25.65 per hour.

Upon successful completion of the program, you'll transition to a Police Officer I position, receive a take-home vehicle, and move to the starting salary within the Police Officer pay range.

For questions about the program or application process, please contact Sergeant Lori Strickland at [e-mail].

The Oath: To Serve and Protect

As a Morrisville Police Officer, you'll play a vital role in keeping our community safe while building positive relationships with residents, businesses, and visitors. Every day presents new opportunities to make a difference through proactive policing, problem-solving, and community engagement.

• Patrol assigned areas, respond to calls for service, and assist members of the community during emergencies and other critical situations.
• Protect people and property by promoting safety, preventing crime, and addressing quality-of-life concerns.
• Build trust and rapport with residents, business owners, and community partners through professional, customer-focused service.
• Enforce traffic laws and investigate violations to help keep Morrisville's roads safe for everyone.
• Serve criminal summonses, subpoenas, and warrants, and when necessary, take enforcement actions consistent with applicable laws and department policies.
• Participate in community outreach efforts, neighborhood watch programs, school and civic presentations, and other initiatives that strengthen connections between the department and the community.
• Investigate crashes and incidents, collect evidence, prepare reports, and support successful case resolution.
• Collaborate with fellow officers, public safety partners, and community stakeholders to address emerging issues and enhance public safety.

This description is intended to illustrate the primary responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

We need you to have...

any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school