Police Officer

Town of Kernersville

Kernersville (NC)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

3 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

LGERS retirement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation leave

Paid sick leave

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Town of Kernersville is seeking a Police Officer to perform a full range of general law enforcement duties across patrol, traffic, and special assignments. You will patrol the Town, prevent and investigate crimes, testify in court, and support public safety initiatives.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and law enforcement training or experience, with firearms handling and self-defense skills. This position offers a safety-sensitive role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

General knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances and police policies.
Some knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, methods and equipment.
Knowledge of geography and street system of the Town.

Responsibilities

Patrol streets by car or on foot; check doors and windows; monitor for hazards and suspicious activity.
Respond to calls for assistance and determine appropriate actions.
Write detailed and accurate reports for data and court purposes.
Investigate traffic accidents; issue citations; direct traffic and assist in emergencies.
Investigate crimes, gather evidence, and assist detectives as needed.
Advise the public on laws and local ordinances; serve papers as needed.
Enforce traffic laws and direct traffic at busy times or during events.

Skills

Law enforcement principles

Public safety communication

Court testimony

report writing

Education

High school diploma

Law enforcement training/experience

Tools

Firearms handling

Self-defense tactics

Job description

Position Overview

Performs law enforcement work to protect life and property in the Town. The distinction between a Police Officer I, II and Master Police Officer I and II is contingent upon an employee’s progress through the Police Department Promotional Procedures Policy. Employees in this class perform a full range of general law enforcement duties either in the areas of patrol, traffic, school resource officer, gang prevention, or other special duty assignments. Work includes patrolling the Town during a shift in a police car or on foot; preventing, detecting and investigating disturbances and crime; investigating traffic accidents, helping victims, and performing traffic control work; apprehending suspects; testifying in court; and executing related assignments. Employees must exercise judgment, initiative and calm control when performing duties, but more difficult problems are normally carried out under the direction of or in conjunction with immediate supervision. Work involves frequent public contact which requires tact, firmness, and decisiveness. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and State and federal law, supplemented by specific directions from superior officers. Work is often performed under stressful emergency conditions and frequently involves personal hazards. The employees are subject to hazards associated with law enforcement including working in both inside and outside environments, and exposure to various hazards such as various atmospheric conditions, noise, vibration, and physical conditions. Employees are also exposed to blood borne pathogens, and may be required to work in close quarters. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Police Sergeant and/or Police Lieutenant on the assigned shift, and is evaluated through observation, review of reports, and discussion concerning how particular incidents or activities were handled.

Examples of Duties

Patrols streets in a police car or on foot; checks doors and windows; examines premises of unoccupied residences or buildings; detects unusual conditions, maintains surveillance and observation for stolen cars, missing persons, or suspects; reports dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights, or other hazardous conditions.
Responds to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, domestic disputes, loud and disruptive behavior, and other needs; completes calls by determining true nature of the situation and taking whatever legal or persuasive action is warranted.
Uses proper handcuffing techniques and search techniques to reveal any weapons or contraband and to affect arrest.
Writes detailed and accurate reports for data and court purposes.
Investigates traffic accidents; issues traffic citations; directs traffic and participates in other emergency operation activities.
Performs investigations of accidents and possible crimes through observation, questioning witnesses, and gathering physical evidence; assists the detective in the performance of investigative tasks; arrests and processes criminal suspects.
Advises the public on laws and local ordinances; serves papers as needed.
Enforces traffic laws and regulates and directs vehicular traffic at busy times or when traffic signal malfunction or accidents require; maintains order at public gatherings.
Investigates crashes to determine speed, improper movements, and other contributing circumstances.
Communicates and operates a radio to receive instructions and information from or to report information to police headquarters.
Communicates with and gains information from suspects, victims, witnesses, informants, and the general public.
May operate a chemical breath analysis machine and speed timing equipment.
May perform general office related work in support of the police department.
Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Specific knowledge, skills and abilities requirements are elaborated in the Police Department Police Department Promotional Procedures Policy. All employees must have the following:
General knowledge of the State and federal laws, local ordinances and policies of the police department, especially relating to arrest, search and seizure, and traffic control.
Some knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, methods and equipment.
Some knowledge of scientific crime detection and criminal identification methods and procedures.
Knowledge of the geography and street system of the Town.
Skill in the use of firearms and other police equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics.
Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.
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 community.

Desirable Education and Experience

Completion of high school and some law enforcement training or experience preferred. Further educational and experience requirements for advancement beyond Police Officer I are elaborated in the Police Department Promotional Procedures Policy.

Special Requirements

Possession of a valid Basic Law Enforcement Certificate and further specific requirements are elaborated in the Police Department Promotional Procedures Policy.

Physical Requirements

Work in this class is described as moderately strenuous and frequently requires physical exertion to complete tasks.
Work requires the full range of body motion and the coordination of two or more limbs while sitting, standing, or lying down and the ability to keep hands and arms steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Work requires the ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures); including the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Work necessitates the visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
Working conditions include inside and outside environmental conditions.
Employees in this class are subject to the typical hazards of public safety work, including dangerous work environments, exposure to inclement atmospheric conditions and exposure to potentially infectious bodily fluids.
Employees may work in close quarters, crawl space, small enclosures, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia.
Employees are often required to wear protective gear and clothing.

Supplemental Information

This position is classified as safety sensitive per the Town’s Personnel Policy.

Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Status: Non-exempt

Join Our Team To Receive The Following Benefits

Paid Vacation Leave Accrual - accrual amount increases with service
- Interested in transferring from different municipal or state government entity? After 6-months with the Town, we will accept your verified service time from your immediately preceding employer towards vacation accrual.
Paid Sick Leave Accrual
- Interested in transferring from different municipal or state government entity? After 6-months with the Town, we will accept your verified sick leave balance from your immediately preceding employer towards vacation accrual, based on the Town’s accrual schedule.
Paid Holiday Leave and 1 Floating Holiday per year
Membership in the Local Government Employees Retirement System (LGERS)
4% contribution into the NC401(k) Deferred Compensation Plan
Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plans available
Medical Insurance for employee at a low cost - dependent coverage available
- Employee Wellness Center visits at no cost – dependents also welcome if covered on employee’s health insurance plan
- Looking to retire from the Town? We offer health insurance for retirees based on years of service
Dental Insurance for employee at a low cost - dependent coverage available
- Looking to retire from the Town? We offer dental insurance for retirees based on years of service
Voluntary Vision Insurance for employee at a low cost – dependent coverage available
Short Term Disability at no cost to employees
Voluntary Long-Term Disability is available
2.5 times salary (up to $200,000) Life Insurance for employee at no cost
Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, child(ren) available
Voluntary Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Dependent Care
Employee Assistance Program at no cost
Credit Union Membership Eligibility
Education Tuition Assistance
Employee Birthday Gift Certificate
2% Annual Bonus
Progressive Pay Plan