POLICE OFFICER

Rockymountnc; Rocky Mount (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Take home vehicle program

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

City of Rocky Mount Police Department seeks dedicated officers to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and protect the community. You will collect evidence, interview suspects, and prepare cases for court.

The role includes on-call duties, traffic details, and active participation in community policing. Applicants must have a high school diploma and a valid BLET certificate, pass screenings, and maintain a clean record..we offer a take-home vehicle option and comprehensive benefits as part of a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLET certificate required; NC training standards.
• Valid driver’s license for vehicle operation.
• Ability to pass background, physical, and psychological screenings.
• No felony/misconduct convictions within specified periods.

Responsibilities

• Answer calls for service.
• Respond to critical situations using proper police procedures.
• Investigate crimes and accidents.
• Prepare incident, arrest, and accident reports.
• Conduct interviews and interrogations; present evidence in court.
• Process crime scenes and evidence; serve warrants and subpoenas.
• Conduct follow-up investigations and write case reports.
• Work traffic details and manage patrol assignments.
• Participate in community policing activities.

Skills

Police procedures

Investigation techniques

Interpersonal relations

Report writing

Operational judgment

Public safety

Education

High school diploma

BLET certificate

Tools

Police equipment knowledge

Job description

Are you dedicated and passionate about making a positive impact in the community and in the lives of those we serve? Are you passionate about law enforcement? Are you looking for an adventure that offers the opportunity to effect and make positive change within our community?

COME, BE PART OF THE ELITE BLUE!

Right here in Rocky Mount, NC., where we honor and live by core values

*INTEGRITY*PROFESSIONALISM*RESPECT*FAIRNESS*

DEFINITION:

This position is responsible for the enforcement of state and local laws. This position is responsible for investigating crimes, collects and preserves evidence, conducts interviews, and interrogations and prepares cases for presentation in court.

Other items of interest and incentives

• Lateral entry for sworn officers (based off experience and training)
• Take home vehicle program
• Career development & advancement opportunities
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Medical and retirement benefits

Duties

• Answers calls for services.
• Responds appropriately to critical situations; applies proper police procedures.
• Investigates crimes and accidents.
• Prepares incident, accident, and arrest reports.
• Contacts victims and conducts interviews, investigations, and interrogations in compiling criminal cases.
• On call assignments for investigative response as designed by schedule.
• Processes crime scenes.
• Serves arrest warrants and criminal summons.
• Processes prisoners; takes fingerprints and photographs.
• Conducts follow-up investigations on case assignments. Prepares written reports of cases assigned.
• Serves subpoenas.
• Works traffic details.
• Searches for suspects, witnesses, missing persons and lost property; makes arrests for criminal violations.
• Presents evidence and testimony in court hearings of prepared cases.
• Investigates narcotic and vice activities.
• Writes, execute, and serve search warrants.
• Inventories Tasers, patrol cameras, and other equipment.
• Participates in and organizes community-oriented policing activities.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the North Carolina Training and Standards Commission.
• Must possess a valid or current Basic Law Enforcement Training (B.L.E.T.) certificate. Candidates must provide documentation of (B.L.E.T.) certificate.
• Must submit to and be able to successfully pass background, physical, and psychological screening.
• No felony convictions. No serious misdemeanor convictions in the last 5 years.
• No Domestic Violence convictions.
• No DUI, DWI convictions in the last 5 years.

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of relevant federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of law enforcement vehicles, equipment, tools, and technology.
• Knowledge of criminal investigation tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures.
• Skilled in the interpretation and application of federal, state, and local policies, codes, and laws.
• Skilled in analyzing problems and identifying solutions.
• Skilled in preparing clear and accurate reports.
• Skilled in establishing cooperative and productive working relationships.
• Skilled in performing mathematical calculations.
• Skilled in operating computers and other standard office equipment.
• Skilled in interpersonal relations.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Sergeant directs and inspects completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include local, state, and federal laws; City ordinances; City administrative and personnel policies; Police Department General Orders; department policy memoranda; Police Department Rules of Conduct and Duty; and North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY

The work consists of related law enforcement duties. Potentially life‑threatening situations contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT

The purpose of this position is to assist in the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws. Success in this position contributes to the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws and to the effectiveness of department operations.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Contacts are typically with other City staff; court officials; representatives of other law enforcement agencies; crime victims; suspects, prisoners, and inmates; and members of the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS

Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, and motivate and influence persons.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is typically performed while sitting in a patrol car, at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors. May work days, nights, and weekends, and holidays. The employee may be exposed to potentially life‑threatening situations. The work requires the use of specialized law enforcement protective devices.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.