Sergeant

State of North Carolina - NC State Highway Patrol; North Carolina; On-site; USD 61,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - NC State Highway Patrol is seeking a Sergeant in the Capitol Police division to lead a team of officers and oversee daily operations, ensuring safety for state employees and the public.

The role includes supervisory duties, training coordination, and adherence to accreditation standards, with strong emphasis on documentation, policy development, and collaboration with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 3 years of law enforcement experience preferred.
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer per NC Justice Education and Training Standards Commission is required.

Responsibilities

• CALEA accreditation team member: maintain compliance, documentation, and policy reviews.
• Agency training coordinator: organize training, track completion, support staff.
• Agency evidence custodian: manage evidence receipt, storage, custody, and disposition.
• Authorized agency representative to CJ Education and Training Standards Commission: coordinate officer certification and documentation.
• HR team member: assist with personnel administration and policy adherence.
• Administrative and supervisory coordination across functions; communicate with leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

CALEA standards

Policy reviews

Documentation

Training coordination

Officer certification

Recordkeeping

HR policies

Evidence management

Communication

Collaboration

Judgment & initiative

Independent work

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years law enforcement experience

Job description

AgencyNC State Highway PatrolDivisionState Capitol PoliceJob Classification TitlePolice Officer Supervisor I (S)Position Number65043219GradeSW08About UsThe North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.Description of WorkStep into a leadership role where your experience and dedication help safeguard our state’s most important institutions.As a North Carolina State Capitol Police Sergeant, you will lead a team of officers, oversee daily operations, and ensure the safety and security of stateemployees, officials, and the public.This is your chance to make a meaningful impact while advancing your law enforcement career in a dynamic and rewarding environmentperforming as a first line supervisor over Public Safety Officer positions. In the absence of the superior officer, the Public Safety Supervisorassumes complete supervisory duties for the operating unit.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Range: $61,275 - $95,130 Salary Grade: SW08Management Preferences:Demonstrates working knowledge of CALEA accreditation standards, compliance requirements, policy review, and documentation processes.Has experience coordinating employee training, professional development, training records, and compliance tracking.Demonstrates knowledge of North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission requirements for officer certification, training, recordkeeping, and compliance.Demonstrates familiarity with North Carolina State Human Resources policies and procedures related to employee performance, leave, conduct, workplace expectations, and personnel administration.Demonstrates knowledge of evidence management, including intake, storage, security, chain of custody, audits, disposition, and compliance with applicable policies and laws.Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing records, deadlines, audits, compliance requirements, and competing responsibilities.Communicates effectively and collaborates with agency personnel, command staff, external agencies, regulatory organizations, and other stakeholders to coordinate programs and resolve issues.Exercises sound judgment, initiative, and accountability, and works independently while maintaining appropriate communication with supervisors.Four or more years of full-time, sworn law enforcement service from a creditable agency in North Carolina is preferred.Certification as a NCJA General Instructor is preferred.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:CALEA Accreditation Team Member – Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable CALEA standards, coordinating required documentation, conducting assessments and policy reviews, and ensuring agency personnel understand and meet accreditation requirements.Agency Training Coordinator – Coordinate agency training activities, track required training, maintain training records, monitor compliance, arrange training opportunities, and support supervisors and employees with training-related needs.Agency Evidence Custodian – Oversee the secure receipt, storage, tracking, auditing, documentation, and disposition of evidence and property while ensuring proper chain of custody and compliance with agency policies, applicable laws, and standards.Criminal Justice Training and Standards Authorized Agency Representative – Serve as the agency’s liaison to the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, coordinating officer certification, training compliance, required documentation, and recordkeeping.Agency Human Resources Team Member – Assist with personnel administration, including applying North Carolina State Human Resources policies and procedures, maintaining employee documentation, supporting personnel and performance-related processes, and coordinating with agency leadership and human resources personnel.Administrative and Supervisory Coordination – Coordinate assigned responsibilities across these functional areas, communicate with command staff and relevant stakeholders, identify compliance and operational concerns, recommend solutions, and ensure timely and accurate completion of required duties.Position/Physical Requirements:• Typical work schedule: Multiple Shifts to include Monday-Friday - 8:00am-5:00pm, Modified-Dupont 12 hours shifts, Nights/Weekends/Holidays Note:Note: External to State Capitol Police qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass:• Criminal Background Investigation• Medical Screening• Drug Screening TestMinimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.High schoolORGeneral Educational Development (GED) diplomaANDthree years of experience in law enforcement work,ORan equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary Special Qualifications Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.Supplemental and Contact InformationThe NC State Highway Patrol (NCSHP) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.https://www.ncshp.gov/The Mission of the North Carolina State Highway Patrol is to protect our State with integrity, loyalty, and professionalism. The North Carolina State Highway Patrol will excel as a national leader in public service through innovative law enforcement, strategic preparedness, and community engagement.The primary purpose of the State Highway Patrol’s Fiscal Section is to ensure that all department financial resources and funds are received, disbursed, recorded and accounted for in accordance with all applicable State and Federal laws and regulations.We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. NCSHP supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.Application ResourcesBe sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. \"See Resume\" or \"See Attachment\" will NOT be accepted.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the \"Work Experience\" section of the application, to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted.All applicants must complete and submit a state application for employment using the Oline Application System for the State of North Carolina by 11:59pm on the night before the closing date listed or the application will be deemed untimely and will not be processed.Please make sure that you have entered all necessary information on your application. Once you hit submit you will not be able to edit or reapply to this position to add information or attachments even if you withdraw your application.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Upon the closing date, applications are \"Under Review\" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degree/College Credit VerificationDegrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.Veteran’s and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCSHP is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, NCSHP will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Employment EligibilityIt is the policy of the State of North Carolina and NCSHP that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) before or on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).EEO StatementThe State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Michael Shane SearlesRecruiter Email:[e-mail]