Police Officer (BLET Certified)

About the role

The Burlington Police Department is a nationally accredited law enforcement agency serving the City of Burlington, North Carolina. Voted the #1 Police Agency in NC in 2024, the department employs over 150 sworn officers and 50 professional staff members.

Responsibilities

A City of Burlington Police Officer will perform general duties of law enforcement. Assignments may be to the Operations Bureau, K-9, Investigation Division, D.A.R.E., or other areas. Work includes routine patrol, traffic accident and criminal investigation, police vehicle maintenance, serving criminal papers, traffic law enforcement, and responding to domestic disputes. Employee is highly visible in crime areas and must be assertive in preventing crime. This employee must have the ability to develop a positive public image and represent COB professionally. Tact and firmness, sound judgment in accordance with department policy and state and federal law, and a positive attitude are required. Employee is subject to the hazards of law enforcement work. Work is performed under the immediate supervision of a Police Sergeant, and is evaluated for decision making, work product, professionalism, job knowledge and officer safety through daily observation, review of reports, and discussions concerning how particular incidents or activities were handled.

Qualifications

- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong knowledge of laws and policies including State and Federal statutes, local ordinances, and Police Department policies. Extensive understanding of law enforcement practices such as patrol methods, investigative techniques, and operational equipment. General familiarity with forensic principles including basic crime detection and criminal identification procedures. Working knowledge of CALEA standards and their application within professional policing. Proven proficiency with firearms and equipment along with effective use of self-defense tactics. Clear and concise report writing skills with the ability to document incidents accurately and professionally. Excellent communication abilities including active listening and strong written and verbal communication skills. Sound judgment under pressure demonstrated in both routine duties and emergency situations. Strong analytical decision-making skills with the ability to quickly assess situations and choose an appropriate response. Ability to build effective relationships through professionalism, teamwork, and high-quality customer service internally and externally. - Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Equivalent, Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Certification with Certification by the NC Criminal Justice Standards Commission, Successful passing of Police Officer Physical Abilities Test (POPAT), Valid NC Driver's License in Good Standing, United States Citizen or Naturalized Citizen.

Special Requirements

Valid North Carolina Driver's License, Ability to obtain certification as a law enforcement officer by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Standards Commission after successful training and based on background review.