Police Officer

Townofhopemills; Hope Mills (NC); On-site; USD 43,560 - 53,241; Full time

Job summary

Town of Hope Mills seeks a Police Officer to patrol by foot and vehicle, respond to incidents, and enforce laws to keep the community safe. The role involves traffic control, crime prevention, and public safety collaboration with citizens.

Starting salary is $48,401 per year with BLET Certification. Offers reflect education, experience, and demonstrated abilities; pre-employment screenings are required and residency within 30 miles may be expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Police Officer per NC JESC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas on foot and in a patrol car to preserve safety and enforce laws.
• Issue traffic citations, investigate crashes and prepare reports.
• Respond to calls involving crimes and emergencies and assist in investigations.
• Direct traffic flow and provide escorts for events or valuables transport.
• Appear in court to present testimony and support law enforcement actions.
• Engage with the community to deliver crime prevention information.

Skills

Patrol operations

Traffic enforcement

Public safety communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

NC JESC certified Police Officer qualification

Job description

Town Hall, 5770 Rockfish Road, Hope Mills, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:00 AM

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS JOB POSTING. Applications will be kept as active for 12 months. Qualified candidates may be contacted when a position becomes available.

SUMMARY

As a community-policing department, our goal is to keep Hope Mills a safe and secure place in which to live, work and play. We will continue to work jointly with our citizens to set priorities for police and local government response and then collaborate on problem resolution. We strive to maintain the highest standard of professionalism while serving the needs of the citizens. We are dedicated to working cooperatively with the public and welcome public input and feedback.

Starting at $48,401 per year with BLET Certification. Offers of employment will be based on the candidate's relevant combination of education, experience, and demonstrated knowledge and abilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Qualified candidates should possess the ability to perform the following essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Patrol on foot and in a patrol car any assigned area in the business and/or residential sections to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime and to enforce motor vehicle operating regulations.
• Issue traffic citations and parking tickets as required and investigate traffic accidents and write accident reports.
• Answer calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, robberies, domestic disputes, breaking and entering, assault, and other misdemeanors and felonies.
• Perform special assignments to include assisting in drug raids, surveillance projects, and other hazardous duty situations.
• Investigate break-ins, thefts, and other crimes.
• Arrest violators, commits arrested persons to jail and presents testimony in court.
• Direct and regulate the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Serve warrants, capiases and subpoenas.
• Provide escort during parades, funerals and similar processions as well as business representatives transporting valuables or large sums of money.
• Make public appearances and gives speeches on crime prevention and safety.
• Advise property owners in practical methods of crime prevention.
• Performs other related tasks as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of all basic requirements of the NC Justice Education and Standards Commission for a certified Police Officer.

Preferred

Completion of Entry Level qualifications AND

• 1+ years’ experience as a current law enforcement officer

Other:

• Must live within 30 miles of Hope Mills, NC.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, current North Carolina driver's license.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Screening:

Employment with the Town of Hope Mills is at-will and is conditional meaning it may be contingent upon the completion of pre-employment screenings, to include a drug test, criminal history, motor vehicle record, verification of education and/or employment and professional references.

Overtime Compensation Agreement:

Consistent with the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, it is the town’s policy to compensate non-exempt employees for overtime work with compensatory time off or overtime pay. As part of the acceptance of any offer of employment with the Town, employees in non-exempt positions agree to accept, at the discretion of the town, either compensatory time off or overtime pay, as appropriate compensation for overtime work that may be required to perform as an employee of the Town of Hope Mills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

ADA & Physical Requirements:

• Police officers typically work outdoors in various weather conditions, often requiring physical exertion including running, lifting, and grappling with suspects, while also needing to wear heavy protective gear like bulletproof vests. Work is potentially dangerous and includes unpredictable situations. Shifts may be irregular, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The potential for long hours exists, especially during critical incidents.
• Physical requirements may include passing a test assessing strength, endurance, and agility through exercises like push-ups, sit-ups, and timed runs. Must be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath. Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out. Coordinate movement of several parts of the body, such as arms and legs, while the body is moving. See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affhmative Action:

The Town of Hope Mills is dedicated to equality of opportunity. Accordingly, we do not practice or condone discrimination, in any form, against employees or applicants on the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, political affiliation or mental or physical abilities except where physical or mental abilities, sex, or age are legitimate occupational qualifications. We are subject to, and comply with, the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Town Hall, 5770 Rockfish Road, Hope Mills, North Carolina, United States of America