Police Officer (BLET Certified)

Overview The Graham Police Department is seeking individuals committed to understanding and protecting the ethical, cultural, and ethnic values of the City of Graham and its residents as Police Officers. As first responders, Police Officers are vital to public safety and, under regular supervision, perform basic police services in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the City of Graham Police Department and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws. Police Officers perform community‑oriented policing work to protect life and property and to enforce public safety, fear reduction, social order, and quality of life within the city. An employee in this class is a community police officer who reacts to citizens' demands for police service and proactively seeks to work in concert with the citizens to solve public safety problems. Work includes a full range of general law enforcement duties including patrol, investigations, traffic enforcement, and special assignments relevant to the duties of a police officer. Employees must exercise judgment, initiative, quick thinking, and calm control when performing duties. Work involves frequent public contact where tact, firmness, and decisiveness are required. Responsibilities Patrol streets in a police car, on foot, or by other means in an attempt to detect or prevent crime. Recover lost or stolen property. Remedy or report unsafe conditions or damaged property. Respond to complaints and calls for assistance; respond to disputes, disturbances, and reports of suspicious persons or activities; determine the nature of the situation, and act appropriately. Investigate traffic accidents, issue traffic citations, and direct traffic. Investigate and report crimes and other incidents by questioning victims, witnesses, suspects, and others; gather information and evidence; conduct surveillance; and use informants. Arrest and process criminals. Advise the public on laws and ordinances, speak to groups, and promote community‑oriented policing. Prepare and maintain records and reports. Prepare cases for court and work closely with prosecutors. Identify community public safety problems, consult with community, research, and implement solutions. Develop relationships with the community, conduct surveys, initiate and attend group meetings to perform community‑oriented policing. Perform other related duties as assigned. Positions in this classification are not exempt from the overtime pay requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or GED equivalent Successful completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) with certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Standards Commission Valid North Carolina Driver’s License in good standing United States citizen or naturalized citizen Special Requirements Valid North Carolina Driver’s License Ability to obtain and maintain certification as a sworn law enforcement officer through the North Carolina Criminal Justice Standards Commission following successful training and background investigation The City of Graham Police Department supports professional development and career advancement. Prior law enforcement training or experience is preferred but not required. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Graham