Police Officer (Broughton Hospital)

Health & Human Services; Burke (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina State Government seeks Police Officers to provide law enforcement across Broughton Hospital, J. Iverson Developmental Center, NC School for the Deaf, and adjoining state properties.

Officers patrol facilities, enforce laws, manage crime scenes, and respond to incidents to protect clients, staff, and visitors. Qualified applicants must have an NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification (BLET) within one year, be at least 20, hold a valid NC Driver's License, and pass required

Qualifications

• NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification and eligibility for certification by the NC CJT Standards Division.
• 5+ years of law enforcement experience and currently a full-time officer.
• Must pass SBI background check, CPI and BLS/CPR training during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Patrol all facilities to ensure safety of clients, staff, visitors, and property.
• Enforce motor vehicle laws, policies, and procedures.
• Follow proper criminal procedures in investigations including motor vehicle accidents.
• Manage crime scenes and handling, collection, documentation, and storage of evidence.
• Appear in court and testify in criminal proceedings.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents including alarms and violent/disruptive behaviors.

Skills

Investigative techniques

Court testimony

CPI training

Patrol operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Us

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Description of Work

Broughton Hospital is currently accepting applications for Police Officers. This position provides law enforcement for Broughton Hospital, J. Iverson Developmental Center, North Carolina School for the Deaf, Vocational Rehabilitation Facility and adjoining state properties.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Patrol all facilities to ensure the safety of clients, staff, visitors, and property.
• Enforce motor vehicle laws, policies, and procedures.
• Follow proper criminal procedures in the investigation of all cases including motor vehicle accidents.
• Manage crime scenes and follow proper procedures in the handling, collection, documentation, and storage of evidence.
• Obtain criminal processes, search warrants; prepare incident reports, SBI lab forms, grand jury packets, and other documents that may be required.
• Appear in court and testify in criminal proceedings.
• Manage incidents utilizing the Incident Command System. Conduct searches for elopements.
• Respond to and control situations that involve violent and/or disruptive behaviors exhibited by visitors, staff, and/or clients.
• Respond to burglar alarms, fire alarms, EMS calls, and other emergency calls within their jurisdiction.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $45,506.00 - $72,811.00 Salary Range: $45,506.00 - $72,811.00 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Individual must have earned a certificate as a law enforcement officer (BLET) and be eligible for certification as a law enforcement officer by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Division. Working knowledge of investigative techniques and case preparation requirements for standard traffic and criminal cases. 5+ years of law enforcement experience and, currently a fulltime law enforcement officer. Conditional Requirements: Selected applicants must be able to pass a State Bureau of Investigation Criminal History Check, and complete and pass BLS/CPR training and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training during orientation. This Position Is Designated As Mandatory And Must Report Or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events. The normal work schedule for the Police Officer is 12-hour rotating shifts.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. To be considered for employment, an applicant must be in good standing with the Health Care Personnel Registry and other licensing boards/agencies.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.

Necessary Special Qualifications

• Must complete all requirements for an NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification, including completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training, in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission within one year of employment.
• Must be at least 20 years of age.
• Posession of a valid NC Driver's License.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources / Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.