Police Officer I/II

About the role

The Gaston County Police Department was established on July 1, 1957 and has since grown to serve a community of approximately 90, 000 residents across 270 square miles. The department provides police services to both unincorporated areas and incorporated towns within the county.

Responsibilities

• Uniformed patrol of unincorporated areas of the County
• Traffic enforcement
• Accident investigations
• Preliminary investigations of crime scenes
• Undercover investigation
• Drug and crime prevention programs
• Initiating and completing records of actions taken
• Entering data in manual and/or computerized police record management systems

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree
• A course of study in Criminal Justice or other field of study related to police work is desired
• At least 20 years of age
• Ability to obtain a N.C. Drivers License without restrictions
• Agree to relocate to Gaston County or one of the surrounding counties (Mecklenburg, Lincoln, Cleveland, or York County, SC)
• Pass a drug screening test prior to employment

Qualifications

• Must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment
• Must undergo and pass a thorough background evaluation

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of local laws and regulations

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retail savings plans
• Pension 401K (with 5% county contribution annually)
• Flexible work schedules
• Professional development opportunities
• Discounted YMCA membership

Pay

• Police Officer I – Cadet: $24.71 - $43.25 per hour
• Police Officer II – Sworn: $27.45 - $48.04 per hour
• Police, Lateral – Based on Years of Service + Bonus

Schedule

• Flexible work schedules