Salary : $50,403.00 - $78,124.00 Annually

Location : 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis NC 28081

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 00088

Department: Police

Division: Police Field Operations

Opening Date: 09/07/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

Example of Duties

HIRING RANGE: $50,403 - $ 57,963

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs responsible police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances
Performs related duties as required

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

A police officer's work involves patrolling of assigned areas, accident and crime scene investigations, collection and preservation of physical evidence, follow-up investigations, and special assignments for the purpose of the prevention of crime, apprehension of offenders, and enforcement of laws and ordinances
A police officer must be able to act without direct supervision using independent judgment and discretion in meeting emergency and non-emergency situations
Duties are performed in accordance with law and departmental directives
Work involves extensive public contacts and situations of personal danger
Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Sergeant

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.

Effect an arrest, forcibly if necessary, using handcuffs and other restraints
Subdue resisting suspects using maneuvers and weapons and resort to the use of hands and feet and other approved weapons in self-defense
Prepare investigative and other reports, including sketches, using appropriate grammar, symbols, and mathematical computations
Exercise independent judgment in determining when there is reasonable suspicion to detain, when probable cause exists to search and arrest, and when force may be used and to what degree
Operate a law enforcement vehicle during both the day and night
in emergency situations involving speeds more than posted limits, in congested traffic and in unsafe road conditions caused by factors such as fog, smoke, rain, ice and snow
Communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications
Gather information in criminal investigations by interviewing and obtaining the statements of victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informers
Pursue fleeing suspects and perform rescue operations which may involve quickly entering and exiting law enforcement patrol vehicles
Lifting, carrying, and dragging heavy objects, climbing over and pulling up oneself over obstacles, jumping down from elevated surfaces, climbing through openings, jumping over obstacles, ditches, and streams, crawling in confined areas, balancing on uneven or narrow surfaces and using body force to gain entrance through barriers
Load, unload, aim and fire from a variety of body positions handguns, and other agency firearms under conditions of stress that justify the use of deadly force and at levels of proficiency prescribed in certification standards
Perform searches of people, vehicles, building and large outdoor areas which may involve feeling and detecting objects, walking for long periods of time, detaining people, and stopping suspicious vehicles and persons
Conduct visual and audio surveillance for extended periods of time
Engage in law enforcement patrol functions that include such things as working rotating shifts, walking on foot patrol, and physically checking doors and windows of buildings to ensure they are secure
Effectively communicate with people, including juveniles, by giving information and directions, mediating disputes, and advising of rights and processes
Demonstrate communication skills in court and other formal settings
Detect and collect evidence and substances that provide the basis of criminal offenses and infractions and that indicate the presence of dangerous conditions
Endure verbal and mental abuse when confronted with the hostile view and opinions of suspects and other people encountered in an antagonistic environment
Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters to include directing traffic for long periods of time, administering emergency medical aid, lifting, dragging, and carrying people away from dangerous situations and securing and evacuating people from specific areas
Process and transport prisoners and committed mental patients using handcuffs and other appropriate restraints
Put on and operate a gas mask in situations where chemical munitions are being deployed
Extinguish small fires by using a fire extinguisher and other appropriate means
Read and comprehend legal and non-legal documents, including the preparation and processing of such documents as citations, affidavits, and warrants
Process arrested suspects to include taking their photographs and obtaining legible inked fingerprint impressions

Typical Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge or the ability to acquire during a reasonable period of training, knowledge of modern police practices and methods, applicable federal, state and local laws and ordinances, particularly the laws of arrest, search and investigation
Knowledge of the geography of the City of Kannapolis, to include transportation routes, major buildings, and residential areas
Rules and directions of the Police Department and reporting procedures
Ability to deal firmly and courteously with the public
Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine proper course of action to be taken
Ability to react quickly and calmly during emergency situations
Ability to obtain information through interviews and interrogations
Ability to write and speak effectively
Basic keyboarding skills and knowledge of MS Windows operating system and MS Office software applications
Skill or the ability to develop skill during a reasonable period of training in the use and care of issued firearms
Ability to exercise good judgment and emotional maturity under stressful conditions
Ability to recognize potentially dangerous situations
Ability to work long hours, with occasional overtime as required
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Must be a high school graduate or have passed the General Equivalency Development Test indicating high school equivalency
A degree in criminal justice or closely related field from an accredited college or university is preferred
Graduation from Basic Law Enforcement Training or prior law enforcement experience is preferred

Other Necessary Requirements

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

The ability to complete a course in Basic Law Enforcement Training approved by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, as well as successful completion of departmental field training under the direction of a certified law enforcement Field Training Officer
Must be 20 years or older at the time of employment
Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license
Must be a United States citizen and able to fluently read, write, and speak the English language
Must meet all minimum standards for law enforcement employment and be able to acquire and maintain valid law enforcement certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Division

JOB RELATED PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job and are not all-inclusive
This position requires the employee to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and less force frequently
Physical activity related to this position may include climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions
Sufficient visual acuity is required to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal, visually inspect, and detect small defects in equipment, use measuring devices, and do extensive reading
Specific vision abilities required by this position include
close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
This employee is subject to indoor and outdoor environmental conditions throughout the year and may be required to wear a respirator
An employee in this position could be "reasonably anticipated" because of performing their duties, to face contact with blood and other potentially infectious materials

NOTE

Successful applicants must be able to perform ALL the above functions, unassisted and at a pace and level of performance consistent with the actual job requirements
Successful applicants must pass a thorough background investigation, qualifications appraisal interview, drug screen, medical history and examination, psychological assessment, physical ability assessment, and polygraph examination
Since law enforcement officers are required to enforce the law and may be exposed to certain temptations to show favoritism, corruption, or unlawful monetary gain, it is an occupational necessity that potential officers exhibit a history and characteristics of honesty, reliability, ability to manage personal finances, interpersonal skill, good moral character, and integrity
Additionally, law enforcement officers are frequently placed in a position of physical and mental stress
Therefore, a history of mental or physical disability may be grounds for denying employment in this position
Police officers must be mentally and physically able to competently perform all the essential job functions of this position

The City of Kannapolis offers a full range of benefits that includes the following:

Paid Holidays
Vacation
Sick Leave
Pay for Performance
Medical Expense Assistance
Alive and Well Program
Onsite Health Clinic
Onsite dietitian service
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability
401k, Roth, and 457 plans available
Employer 401k contribution match
Educational Assistance
Breavement Leave
Paid Volunteer Hours
Birthday Holiday
Special Separation Allowance
Retirement
Incentive Pay
Wellness Benefits
Access to Cannon Baller Suite Tickets
Continuation of Health Insurance at Retirement
Paid YMCA Membership
Onsite fitness centers

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This position requires applicants to be a US citizen (US born or naturalized). Are you a US citizen (US born or naturalized)?

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This position requires the applicant to possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency. Do you possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency?

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For this position, applicants must not have been convicted of a felony or serious misdemeanor. Have you been convicted of a felony or serios misdemeanor?

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This position is a sworn position and requires that applicants be at least 20 years of age. Are you at least 20 years old?

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Are you BLET certified in North Carolina or another state?

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If you are BLET certified, when does your certification expire?

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Do you possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License?

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Please provide your driver's license number including all the zeros at the beginning.

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If you do not possess a valid North Carolina driver's license, do you possess a valid driver's license from another state? If yes, what state?

Required Question