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City of Brevard, NC lists this Police Officer (Part-Time) opportunity in brevard, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Part-Time Police OfficersThe City of Brevard Police Department is seeking Part-Time Police Officers to help cover patrol shifts and assist with special events. This is an as-needed position with hours scheduled based on departmental need and officer availability.This position performs a full range of general law enforcement duties designed to partner with the public to prevent and detect crime, address traffic safety issues, and respond to the needs of citizens. Work includes patrolling the City during an assigned rotating shift in a police car or on foot; preventing, detecting, and investigating disturbances and crime; performing traffic control work; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments.Examples of DutiesPatrols streets by police car or on foot; checks doors and windows; examines premises of unoccupied residences or buildings; detects unusual conditions and may maintain surveillance for stolen cars, missing persons, or suspects; reports dangerous or defective streets, sidewalks, traffic lights, or other hazardous conditionsResponds to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, domestic disputes, and loud or disruptive behavior; determines the true nature of a situation and takes appropriate legal or persuasive actionInvestigates traffic accidents; issues traffic citations; directs traffic and participates in other emergency operations; provides preliminary medical assistance until advanced rescue crews arrive; assists with loading and transportPerforms initial investigations of accidents or possible crimes through observation, witness questioning, and evidence gathering; performs investigative tasks, arrests, and processing of criminal suspectsTestifies in court in traffic cases and other investigationsApprehends and processes criminal suspects and transports them to detention facilitiesOperates a two-way radio to receive and report information to and from police headquartersPrepares records and reports of activitiesAdvises the public on laws and local ordinances; serves papers as neededMaintains vehicle, weapons, and other equipment in proper working orderGives information and directions to visitors and the general publicAssists with emergency response activities such as evacuations and cleanupPerforms related duties as requiredQualificationsPossession of a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate and ability to become certified as a law enforcement officer through the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission.Special Requirements: Before assignment to sworn duties, employees must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license and have completed at least the minimum requirements established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers.Applicants extended a conditional offer of employment for this position will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation, drug screening, fingerprint-based background check, and other requirements set forth by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. Employment is contingent upon satisfactorily meeting these requirements.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesConsiderable knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances and policies of the police department, especially relating to search and seizure, traffic control, pursuit, and arrest.Working knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, methods and equipment.Some knowledge of scientific crime detection and criminal identification methods and procedures.Skill in the use of firearms and other police equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics.Ability to act with sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.Ability to present effective court testimony.Ability to prepare clear and concise activity reports.Ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective public relations with the citizens.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and other public officials.BenefitsWe are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our employees and their families.Retirement BenefitsNC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS): All eligible employees participate in NCLGERS, with a mandatory employee contribution of 6% of gross pay.401(k) Plan: The City contributes 5% of the employee's gross salary to a City-sponsored 401(k) plan, regardless of employee contributions.Insurance CoverageEmployer-Paid Insurance:Life Insurance: $50,000 policyShort-Term Disability Insurance Dependent Life Insurance Health & Dental Insurance: The City pays 100% of the premium for employee-only health and dental coverage.Optional dependent coverage is available, with employees sharing in the cost of premiums.Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options: Vision PlanCancer InsuranceAccident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital IndemnityWhole Life InsurancePaid Time OffHolidays: 14 paid holidays annually, including one floating holiday.Vacation Leave: Accrued bi-weekly; totals 12 days annually. Accrual increases based on years of service in the NC Retirement System.Sick Leave: Accrued bi-weekly; totals 12 days annually.Additional BenefitsEmployee Wellness Center: Offers free medical care for episodic and minor health concerns.Fitness Reimbursement Program: Supports healthy lifestyles by reimbursing qualifying fitness expenses.Tuition Reimbursement Program: Assists with the cost of approved educational programs to support career development.
Worksite address
brevard, NC, 28712, US
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