Police Officer

Job Title

Police Officer

Job Description

Performs intermediate protective service work involving a variety of general police assignments. Much of the work is performed under emergency conditions and frequently involves considerable personal hazard. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a police supervisor.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

• Enforcing laws; investigating criminal activity; ensuring the safety of the public; testifying in court; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.
• On an assigned shift, operates a patrol vehicle or walks to observe for violations of traffic laws, suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order;
• Enforces traffic laws; issues citations for traffic violations;
• Responds to calls for assistance, complaints and disruptive behavior and evaluates situation;
• Serves criminal and civil legal documents, makes arrests;
• Maintains records, testifies in court;
• Measures speed and conducts analysis of breath on suspects;
• Fills out arrest records, takes finger prints;
• Performs prisoner security functions;
• Provides escort services for funerals and businesses;
• Prepares detailed reports on activities and assignments;
• Participates in a variety of in-service training programs;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.

Education and Experience & Special Requirements

General knowledge of police methods, practices and procedures; general knowledge of pertinent Federal and State laws and municipal ordinances; thorough knowledge of the geography of the City and location of important buildings; thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear comprehensive reports; ability to deal courteously, firmly and tactfully with the public; ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable course of action with due regard to hazards and circumstances; possession of physical agility and endurance; skill in the use of firearms and the operation of a motor vehicle; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public. The F-3 and Authorization release form is a requirement for sworn police positions. Once you are on the NCDOJ's website click on Law Enforcement Training and Certification tab. Select the Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards tab. Go to the bottom of the page and click on forms and publications. Next click on Law Enforcement, then go to the bottom of the page and hit next. Download the second f3 form. Click on the link to access the F-3 form. Salary is based on Experience!!

The City of Elizabeth City provides outstanding compensation and benefits for its employees. To read more about the benefits, visit our City page.