Sergeant

State of North Carolina; Wake (VA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NC State Highway Patrol in North Carolina seeks a Police Officer Supervisor I (S) to lead state buildings, grounds, employees, and visitors within the State Government Complex. You will enforce laws, respond to calls, and investigate incidents involving state property and personnel.

The role requires sworn law enforcement experience, strong supervision, and the ability to coordinate patrol operations, manage critical incidents, and ensure proper documentation and compliance with statutory

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; three years of law enforcement experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer per NC standards required.
• Proven ability to supervise sworn personnel and ensure accountability.

Responsibilities

• Supervise sworn personnel, assign and evaluate work, ensure legal compliance and adherence to policies.
• Coordinate daily law enforcement and security operations and deploy personnel.
• Oversee responses to criminal incidents, public safety threats, and high-risk events with interagency coordination.

Skills

Criminal law knowledge

Traffic laws knowledge

Law enforcement equipment

Performance management

Supervisory experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Law Enforcement Officer certification

Job description

Agency

NC State Highway Patrol

Division

State Capitol Police

Job Classification Title

Police Officer Supervisor I (S)

Position Number

65043218

Grade

SW08

About Us

The 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 Work

Lead with Purpose. Protect What Matters.

Join our team as a law enforcement supervisor responsible for protecting North Carolina state buildings, grounds, employees, and visitors. This position enforces state laws and regulations within assigned jurisdictional boundaries, responds to calls for service within the State Government Complex, and investigates criminal offenses involving state property and personnel.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $61,275 - $95,130 Salary Grade: SW08

Management Preferences:

• Advanced knowledge of criminal and traffic laws and the ability to ensure consistent enforcement by subordinate personnel.
• Knowledge of standard law enforcement equipment, including its proper care, maintenance, and safe use.
• Ability to establish performance expectations, evaluate employee performance, and assess squad effectiveness against established standards.
• Ability to supervise and direct personnel in patrol operations, traffic enforcement, and criminal investigations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide clear direction and maintain accurate documentation.
• Ability to apply conflict resolution and mediation skills to address workplace and operational issues.
• Ability to analyze problems, exercise sound judgment, and resolve issues through informal communication and established procedures.

Preferred Qualification: Four or more years of full-time, sworn law enforcement experience with a recognized law enforcement agency in North Carolina.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervision and Leadership: Supervise sworn personnel, assign and evaluate work, ensure compliance with laws and agency policies, address performance concerns, and promote accountability.

• Operations and Decision-Making: Coordinate daily law enforcement and security operations, prioritize calls for service, deploy personnel, and manage resources to ensure effective response.

• Critical Incident Management: Oversee responses to criminal incidents, public safety threats, demonstrations, dignitary protection details, and other high-risk events while ensuring scene security and interagency coordination.

• Investigations and Legal Compliance: Review misdemeanor and felony investigations for compliance with statutory, constitutional, and agency requirements; ensure proper evidence handling and documentation.

• Communication and Administration: Review and approve reports, complete required documentation, and provide timely operational updates to command staff.

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:

External to State Capitol Police qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass:

• Criminal Background Investigation
• Medical Screening
• Drug Screening Test

Minimum Education and Experience

Some 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 school

OR

General Educational Development (GED) diploma

AND

three years of experience in law enforcement work,

OR

an 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 Information

The 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.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

Applicants 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 Accommodations

Consistent 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 Eligibility

It 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 Statement

The 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.