POLICE OFFICER

The City of Rocky Mount

Rocky Mount (NC)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 69,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Lateral entry for sworn officers

Take home vehicle program

Career development & advancement

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

The City of Rocky Mount is seeking a Police Officer to help enforce local, state, and federal laws in Rocky Mount, NC. You will respond to calls, investigate crimes, collect evidence, and prepare reports for court proceedings.

The position requires a valid NC driver’s license, a BLET certificate, and the ability to pass background and fitness screenings. Join a team dedicated to integrity, professionalism, respect, and service to the community.

Qualifications

Bachelor level knowledge of federal, state and local laws and ordinances.
Experience with investigations, interviews, and collecting evidence.
Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports and present testimony in court.

Responsibilities

Answer calls for services and respond to critical situations.
Conduct investigations and follow up on case assignments.
Prepare incident, arrest, and accident reports; interview victims and suspects.
Process crime scenes, fingerprints, and photographs; serve warrants and subpoenas.
Participate in community policing activities and work various shifts.

Skills

Law enforcement knowledge

Investigation

Report writing

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal relations

Police technology & equipment

Mathematical calculations

Computers / office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

BLET certificate

Job description

Description Of Work

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.
STARTING SALARY FOR THIS POSITION IS $60,000.00 ANNUALLY

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

Job Requirements

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.

Minimum 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.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Requirements

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.

Full time jobs are provided Benefits.

Benefit information can be found on the City's website https://mymarkiii.com/cityofrockymountnc/booklet/

What is the highest educational degree obtained?

No Degree
High School or GED
Associate Degree
Baccalaureate
Master's degree or above

What is your knowledge level within this field of work?

No knowledge
Training only in this field of work
Some knowledge, and less than 6 months of actual work experience within an exact position
Moderate knowledge level, 6 months; but less than 3 years of actual work experience within an exact position
Moderate knowledge level; 3 years of experience; but less than 5 years in an exact position
High knowledge level; with 5 years or more in an exact position

Can you provide proper documentary evidence of your educational and work experience within the criminal justice field of expected employment at the time of hire?

Do you possess a valid driver's license issued by N.C. for the type of vehicle to be operated within this position?

Do you possess a valid or current (NC) Basic Law Enforcement Training (B.L.E.T.) certificate? [Please note that this is a critical question; and must be supported within your resume under certificates; as it is an important requirement for the job if you do not have experience]

Are you currently enrolled in NC Basic Law Enforcement Training (B.L.E.T.) Academy? If so which one?

If you are currently enrolled in NC Basic Law Enforcement Training (B.L.E.T.) Academy, which one? what is your expected graduation date?

Please select from the list of your preferred choose of either Police Officer, (SRO) School Resource Officer or Narcotics Investigator (Incumbent must understand that after assignment he/she would return back to regular police officer duties at any given time).