Police Trainee: Start Your Law Enforcement Career

City of Wilmington, NC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Wellness clinic

Gym access

Paid leave

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Flex schedule

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

City of Wilmington, NC is seeking candidates for the Spring 2027 Police Trainee program. Trainees will train at a Police Academy and move into sworn roles upon completion, with a starting annual salary of $62,593.44.

Applicants must be 20+ years old, a U.S. citizen, possess a valid driver’s license, and have a high school diploma or GED. The process includes a comprehensive application, tests, interview, and background checks.

Qualifications

• 20 years of age by the time you graduate Basic Law Enforcement Training
• Valid driver's license
• U. S. Citizen
• High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Respond to citizen calls for service and assist individuals in need.
• Develop and maintain a visible police presence throughout the community to promote safety and public confidence.
• Learn and perform law enforcement activities and operations under the direction of experienced officers and instructors.
• Develop skills in crime prevention, investigation, and evidence gathering.
• Learn to safely operate police vehicles, communications equipment, weapons systems, and other law enforcement technology.
• Participate in tactical, security, prisoner, and traffic operations as part of your training and assigned duties.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Wilmington, NC is seeking candidates for the Spring 2027 Police Trainee program. Trainees will train at a Police Academy and move into sworn roles upon completion, with a starting annual salary of $62,593.44.

Applicants must be 20+ years old, a U.S. citizen, possess a valid driver’s license, and have a high school diploma or GED. The process includes a comprehensive application, tests, interview, and background checks.