Police Officer

Town of Franklin; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Franklin Police Department is seeking Police Officers to join our team. Officers patrol the town by car or on foot, enforce laws, deter crime, and assist the public to keep Franklin safe.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or GED (a 2- or 4-year degree is preferred), successful completion of North Carolina's BLET training, and a valid NC driver's license. Certified officers may apply; position open until filled.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2- or 4-year degree preferred.
• Must have successfully completed North Carolina's Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
• Must meet NC Justice Training and Standards Commission requirements for certified officers.
• Must possess a BLET certificate.
• Must possess a NC driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the Town of Franklin by car or on foot.
• Prevent, detect, and investigate disturbances and crime.
• Enforce state laws and town ordinances; ensure public safety.

Skills

Driver's license

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree (preferred)

4-year degree (preferred)

BLET training

CJSTC requirements

Job description

Position: Police Officer

Salary: $42,962 - $46,946 Depending on Qualifications

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

We are the Town of Franklin looking for Police Officers at the Franklin Police Department***. This position performs a wide variety of services directly and indirectly related to the enforcement of law, maintaining peace and dignity of the community and assisting the public. Work will include patrolling the Town during an assigned shift in a police car or on foot; preventing, detecting, and investigating disturbances and crime; performing traffic control work; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments. An officer within his/her authority shall be responsible for the enforcement of the laws of the State of North Carolina, and the ordinances of the Town.

Requirements

• Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED; A 2 or 4 year degree is preferred.
• Must have successfully completed North Carolina's Basic Law Enforcement (BLET) Training
• Other state lateral transfers may be accepted upon completing requirements established by the NC Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.
• Must have completed requirements established by the NC Justice Training and Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers.
• Must possess a BLET certificate
• Must possess a NC driver's license

The Town of Franklin is an EEO/ADA employer.