Police Officer

Summary

AgencyNC State Highway PatrolDivisionState Capitol PoliceJob Classification TitlePolice Officer I (S)Position NumberGradeSW04About 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 WorkThis is law enforcement work performed at North Carolina state building and grounds. Employees investigate and enforce a variety of criminal and traffic cases, including crimes against persons and property and motor vehicle violations. Work involves enforcing state laws and regulations within jurisdictional boundaries and responding to calls for assistance in the state government complex. Investigates criminal offenses involving state property, state employees, or visitors to state property. Interviews persons to obtain information pertaining to crime scene. Checks buildings during non-working hours and at night to ensure security of property and equipment. Completes investigative reports pertaining to criminal acts reported in or around state buildings and property, and interviews victims and witnesses. May arrest suspects in connection with crimes or violations of law. May testify in court as needed.*Applicants hired prior to completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training and NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification will be limited to recruit assignments until the training and certification are both complete. These recruits will perform tasks such as shadowing certified police officers, studying policies and procedures, and performing administrative tasks.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesThis is a Sworn/ BLET Certified PositionRecruiting Range: $48,000- $64,359 Salary Grade SW04This position is located at:417 N. Salisbury St.Raleigh, NC 27604Note: Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass:Criminal Background InvestigationDrug Screening TestPsychological EvaluationTo receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide ALL the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.This is a continuous posting and may not reflect a current vacancy. However, your application will be retained and considered active for 180 days. Only one application may be submitted during that time. Protect the Heart of North Carolina- Join the NC State Capitol Police and Serve with Pride, Integrity, and Purpose. NC State Capitol Police Officers maintain physical security of all state buildings and grounds. Respond to calls for service including fire alarms, intrusion alarms, bomb threats or need for emergency medical services from State Capitol Police Communications Center and reports to incident scenes.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Investigate suspicious persons/activities reported by state employees or visitors.Provides information and assistance to visitors and/or motorists.Order state employees to clear buildings when advised of fire or bomb threats to safeguard life of employees/visitors.Enforce state laws and regulations within jurisdictional boundaries and respond to calls for assistance in the state government complex.Direct and reroute traffic around fire and other disturbances.Issue citations for violations of motor vehicle laws Investigate criminal offenses involving state property, state employees, or visitors to state property.Arrest subjects in connection with crimes or violations of laws.Testify in court to assist in resolution of cases involving traffic cases or crimes against the State and state employees/visitors while on duty.Check buildings during non-working hours and at night to ensure security of property and equipment.Management Preferences:BLET Certified Demonstrated knowledge of investigative techniques and case preparation requirements for standard traffic and criminal cases.Demonstrated knowledge of criminal and traffic laws and laws relating to the rights of suspects, search, and seizure, maintaining the chain of evidence and arrest authority.Minimum 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 school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.Necessary Special Qualifications:Must complete all requirements for an NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification, including completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training, in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission within one year of employment.Must be at least 20 years of age.Possession of a valid NC Driver's License.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.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.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.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

AgencyNC State Highway PatrolDivisionState Capitol PoliceJob Classification TitlePolice Officer I (S)Position NumberGradeSW04About 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 WorkThis is law enforcement work performed at North Carolina state building and grounds. Employees investigate and enforce a variety of criminal and traffic cases, including crimes against persons and property and motor vehicle violations. Work involves enforcing state laws and regulations within jurisdictional boundaries and responding to calls for assistance in the state government complex. Investigates criminal offenses involving state property, state employees, or visitors to state property. Interviews persons to obtain information pertaining to crime scene. Checks buildings during non-working hours and at night to ensure security of property and equipment. Completes investigative reports pertaining to criminal acts reported in or around state buildings and property, and interviews victims and witnesses. May arrest suspects in connection with crimes or violations of law. May testify in court as needed.*Applicants hired prior to completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training and NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification will be limited to recruit assignments until the training and certification are both complete. These recruits will perform tasks such as shadowing certified police officers, studying policies and procedures, and performing administrative tasks.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesThis is a Sworn/ BLET Certified PositionRecruiting Range: $48,000- $64,359 Salary Grade SW04This position is located at:417 N. Salisbury St.Raleigh, NC 27604Note: Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass:Criminal Background InvestigationDrug Screening TestPsychological EvaluationTo receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide ALL the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.This is a continuous posting and may not reflect a current vacancy. However, your application will be retained and considered active for 180 days. Only one application may be submitted during that time. Protect the Heart of North Carolina- Join the NC State Capitol Police and Serve with Pride, Integrity, and Purpose. NC State Capitol Police Officers maintain physical security of all state buildings and grounds. Respond to calls for service including fire alarms, intrusion alarms, bomb threats or need for emergency medical services from State Capitol Police Communications Center and reports to incident scenes.Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Investigate suspicious persons/activities reported by state employees or visitors.Provides information and assistance to visitors and/or motorists.Order state employees to clear buildings when advised of fire or bomb threats to safeguard life of employees/visitors.Enforce state laws and regulations within jurisdictional boundaries and respond to calls for assistance in the state government complex.Direct and reroute traffic around fire and other disturbances.Issue citations for violations of motor vehicle laws Investigate criminal offenses involving state property, state employees, or visitors to state property.Arrest subjects in connection with crimes or violations of laws.Testify in court to assist in resolution of cases involving traffic cases or crimes against the State and state employees/visitors while on duty.Check buildings during non-working hours and at night to ensure security of property and equipment.Management Preferences:BLET Certified Demonstrated knowledge of investigative techniques and case preparation requirements for standard traffic and criminal cases.Demonstrated knowledge of criminal and traffic laws and laws relating to the rights of suspects, search, and seizure, maintaining the chain of evidence and arrest authority.Minimum 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 school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma.Necessary Special Qualifications:Must complete all requirements for an NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification, including completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training, in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission within one year of employment.Must be at least 20 years of age.Possession of a valid NC Driver's License.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.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.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.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr