Police Officer - Public Safety & Community Leader

Jacksonville Police Department

Jacksonville (NC)

On-site

USD 46,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Jacksonville Police Department is seeking Police Officers to perform protective service work in a variety of assignments, often under emergency conditions. Applicants must have completed Basic Law Enforcement Training in North Carolina or equivalent experience.

The department recognizes education and experience, offering pay range adjustments for degrees and experience. Primary duties include enforcing laws, investigating crimes, managing traffic, collecting evidence, issuing warrants, and

Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and completion of basic law enforcement training.
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
Possession of Basic Law Enforcement certificate or ability to obtain CPR, MDT-DCI, Radar and Intoxilizer certifications.

Responsibilities

Enforce laws; investigate crimes; control traffic; issue warrants and summons; prepare reports.
On patrol, observe for violations and disturbances; interview victims and witnesses.
Investigate crimes, collect evidence, and conduct searches; respond to dispatches and calls.
Make arrests and testify in court; provide police escorts and community safety checks.
Participate in in-service and special training programs; assist other agencies as needed.