HEAT Unit / Traffic Investigation Officere
Hamlet Police Dept.
Hamlet, NC
HEAT Unit / Traffic Investigation Officere
Police
Hamlet Police Dept. – Hamlet, North Carolina
Feb 28, 2023
- Application Deadline:
- Apr 3, 2023
Salary Information
- Entry Level:
- $$42,506.00 annual
- Top Pay:
- $$45,775.00 annual
Job Description
Job Responsibilities:
Contribute to public safety by enforcing traffic laws
Assisting the public in emergencies
Investigation of Traffic Accidents while on-duty
Vehicle unlocks and jump-starts
Disabled vehicles
Traffic Safety Programs
Aides in the investigation of controlled substance violations throughout the City and the apprehension of violent criminals
Assist patrol shifts, other “Heat Unit(s)” and other investigations when needed
Apprehending violators of the motor vehicle law and/or issuing citations or warnings
Answers police calls for service when needed
Prepares incident, accident and arrest reports
Works traffic details and assignments
Attends and testifies in court
Works varied shifts as required and/or cover shift shortages
Operates, inventories and/or calibrates equipment such as breath alcohol sensors, Tasers, cameras, computers, weapons and other equipment
Participates in and organizes community-oriented policing activities
Performs the duties of patrol officer, traffic safety officer, school resource officer, criminal investigator, community service officer, narcotics officer, or other position as assigned
Knowledge Requirements:
Be a high school graduate or have passed the General Educational Development Test indicating high school equivalency. Degrees and/or Some college preferred.
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in additional to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
Be able to furnish documentary evidence showing the applicant has met the education requirements for the criminal justice field of expected employment.
Sufficient experienced to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship, B.L.E.T. or having had a similar position or experience for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission
Must possess a valid or current Basic Law Enforcement Training (B.L.E.T.) certificate or must be currently enrolled in a B.L.E.T program. Candidates must provide documentation of B.L.E.T. certificate. Applicants need to provide a letter from the B.L.E.T. Director or Coordinator if currently enrolled in a B.L.E.T. program. Out of state applicants must be able to transfer law enforcement certification and training as approved by the N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
Other Specific Requirements:
Must be 20 years of age.
Must have U.S. Citizenship.
Must possess good moral character (as determined by an extensive background investigation).
Must NOT have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor
Must meet vision, hearing, and other physical requirements
Military personnel must have a honorable discharge and must be eligible for reenlistment and provide a DD-214
Obtain clearance from N.C. Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
For applicants with military service, possess honorable discharge from any military service. Less than honorable discharge will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Demonstrate employment stability through past work history.
Pass an interview, a polygraph examination given by a licensed polygraph examiner, a psychological test, a drug screen and a medical examination.
Untruthfulness or the intentional withholding of information on any application, interview, polygraph examination or paperwork associated with the position will result in disqualification.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $42,506.00 – $45,775.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
10 hour shift
12 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
Monday to Friday
Night shift
On call
Overnight shift
Overtime
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
Hamlet, NC 28345: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
Law enforcement: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Certificate (Required)
Job Requirements
Age: At least 20 years old
Education: High School Diploma or GED Required. Additional education (Associates Degree, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree) are a plus
Experience: preferred more than one year of experience
Contact Information
Capt. Matthew Norris
Hamlet Police Dept.
201 Main St.
Hamlet, North Carolina 28345
phone: 910-995-0755