Police Officer Trainee

City of Lexington; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

The City of Lexington is hiring a Police Officer Trainee in Lexington, NC. The role involves performing non-sworn duties while enrolled in Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) to prepare for promotion to Police Officer I.

The starting annual salary is $41,282 with excellent benefits; after graduation and NC certification, duties include enforcing laws, emergency response, and community safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Currently enrolled in Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and maintain good standing while in program.
• Valid NC driver’s license or valid out-of-state license with ability to obtain NC license within 60 days of employment and maintain a good driving record.
• Minimum age of 20 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-sworn law enforcement duties under direct or general supervision while in training.
• Attend Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) as part of employment preparation for Police Officer I position.
• Upon graduation and completion of NC state requirements, enforce laws, respond to emergencies, protect people and property, and promote good community relations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Police Officer Trainee

• Type: Full Time
• Salary/Pay Rate: $41,282 Starting annual salary, plus excellent benefits
• Posted Date: 10/20/2026 2:55 PM

Under direct or general supervision, a Police Officer Trainee performs a variety of non-sworn law enforcement duties and attends basic law enforcement training (BLET) in preparation for employment as a Police Officer I with the Lexington Police Department. Upon graduation of BLET and completion of all NC state law enforcement requirements will perform responsible work as Police Officer I to provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations. This is not a sworn position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Current enrollment in Basic Law Enforcement Training and remain in good standing while in program
• Valid NC driver’s license or valid out-of-state driver’s license with the ability to obtain a valid NC driver’s license within sixty days of employment and good driving record
• Minimum age of 20 years

Work Schedule

Schedule during Basic Law Enforcement Training is set by the BLET school; rotating shifts upon completion of BLET. Paid bi-weekly.

Position will remain Open Until Filled.

All applicants must provide accurate information on the City’s application for each position application.

The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Citymakes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender,sexual orientation,gender identity,gender expression,national origin,ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status,disability, military serviceor veteran status,genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.