Police Sergeant

Lexington, North Carolina; Lexington (NC); In loco; USD 67.000 - 84.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Excellent benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

The City of Lexington in North Carolina is seeking a Police Sergeant to lead a team of sworn officers in the field, ensuring public safety and enforcing laws across patrol and investigations.

The role requires supervisory experience, NC CJ Standards certification, and a valid NC driver’s license. The position offers a varied schedule with excellent benefits and a closing date of October 21, 2026.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum six years of law enforcement experience with supervisory duties.
• Certification issued by North Carolina CJ Training & Standards is required.
• Valid NC driver's license; or out-of-state license with ability to obtain NC license within 60 days.

Mansioni

• Direct a team of sworn police officers in the field to provide public safety.
• Respond to emergencies and enforce motor vehicle and criminal laws.
• Promote positive community relations and safety initiatives.

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Six years of law enforcement experience (supervisory)

General certification - NC CJ Standards

Valid NC driver's license (or out-of-state with NC eligibility in 60 days)

Descrizione del lavoro

• Salary/Pay Rate: $67,238 - $84,048 Starting annual salary, plus excellent benefits
• Deadline to Apply: 10/21/2026

The Police Sergeant performs responsible work directing a team of sworn police officers in the field to provide public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.

Check out the great benefits the City has to offer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Six years of law enforcement experience including experience in a supervisory role as a Police Corporal or equivalent position
• General certification issued by North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards
• 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

Work Schedule

Varied Schedule, rotating shifts, flexibility in assignments (patrol or investigations). 42 Hours per Week. Paid bi-weekly.

Closing Date

Position will remain Open Until Wednesday, October 21st at 11:59pm.

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 City make 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 service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

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