Public Safety Officer: Paid BLET Training & Take-Home Car

city of Morganton; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Career Development Program

Life Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

12 paid Holidays

Bilingual pay

LGERS retirement system

401k plan

Take Home Vehicle

Paid In-Service Training

Job summary

The Morganton Department of Public Safety in North Carolina is accepting applications for paid sponsorship to Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET). The program funds all BLET costs and provides a salary during training, with on‑the‑job patrol duties once certified.

Candidates must have at least a high school diploma; an associate degree in criminal justice is preferred but not required, and a North Carolina driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate degree in criminal justice preferred.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License or ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Able to become a certified Firefighter as required by NC Fire Commission Standards.

Responsibilities

• Attend Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) with paid sponsorship and salary during training.
• Protect citizens and perform patrol duties after certification.
• Assist with reporting, investigations, and community safety initiatives.

Skills

Judgment under pressure

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in criminal justice (preferred)

Job description

The Morganton Department of Public Safety in North Carolina is accepting applications for paid sponsorship to Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET). The program funds all BLET costs and provides a salary during training, with on‑the‑job patrol duties once certified.

Candidates must have at least a high school diploma; an associate degree in criminal justice is preferred but not required, and a North Carolina driver’s license is required.