What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Town of Landis?
Job Purpose:
The Town of Landis, N.C., seeks qualified applicants for the position of full-time
Police Officer I, II, or MPO. The selected candidate will report directly to his/her immediate supervisor within the police department. The department embraces the concept of community policing and services a population of approximately 4,000 permanent residents. The department has 11 full-time officers, 3 part-time officers and several reserve officers.
An employee in this class performs general law enforcement work to protect life and property in the Town, including but not limited to: Patrols streets in a police car or on foot. Respond to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, domestic disputes, loud and disruptive behavior; completes calls by determining true nature of the situation and taking whatever legal action is warranted. Investigates traffic accidents; conducts traffic stops; issues traffic citations; directs traffic and participates in other emergency operation activities; assists stranded motorists; regulates and directs vehicular traffic at busy times and when traffic signals malfunction or accidents require same. Performs investigations of accidents or possible crimes through observation, questioning witnesses, and gathering physical evidence; performs investigative tasks, arrests, and processes criminal suspects.
Testifies in court concerning arrests. Issues citations for violations of traffic regulations, serves warrants; apprehends and processes criminal suspects and transports to detention facilities and performs other related duties as required.
Officers are assigned to a permanent 12-hour shift (day or night).
Requirements:
Working knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances, especially relating to search and seizure, traffic control, pursuit, and arrest. Skill in the use of firearms and other police equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics. Must be at least 20 years of age. Graduation from high school or G.E.D. and successful completion of the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) academy required. If not currently certified in North Carolina as a police officer, must have the ability to meet the lateral entry requirements as set forth by the North
Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as a sworn law enforcement officer. Graduation from an accredited program with a degree in criminal justice, sociology, public administration, or other closely related field.
Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $45,050 - $70,279, depending on experience and qualifications. A Town application may be obtained from the Town of Landis website and should be submitted to Human Resources. Applicants should email applications to careers@townoflandisnc.gov. Officers are afforded a take-home vehicle, modern equipment, training opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,050.00 - $70,279.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,050 - $70,279