Police Trainee

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured law enforcement training academy that incorporates an adult learning environment and follows a paramilitary model to gain knowledge of entry-level law enforcement responsibilities.
• Participates in a field training program with the assistance of a field training officer, applying techniques learned in the training academy.
• Meet all training requirements established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice and Training Standards Commission as well as traditional requirements established by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
• Performs entry-level law enforcement work under close supervision involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of applicable laws and ordinances, provision of traffic control, prevention of crime, and other related responsibilities.
• Prepares and maintains applicable logs, records, reports and files.
• Keeps assigned tools and/or equipment in clean and safe working condition; adheres to applicable policies and procedures.
• Work with community leaders and members on crime reduction projects.
• Assist in developing crime reduction programs upon becoming a Police Officer.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess High School Diploma/GED
• Be at least 20 years old
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Have not committed or been convicted of any Felony offense or serious Misdemeanor offense
• Have not committed or been convicted of DWI or DUI in the preceding five years
• Pass entry level written examination
• Complete entry level physical ability assessment
• Must be able to wear a gas mask and pass an OSHA fit test
• Pass extensive background investigation
• Be approved by Civil Service Board

Licensing/Certifications

• Possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of the past two years.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
• Business math concepts.
• Filing and record-keeping principles.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Modern office technology.
• Providing attention to detail in assignments.
• Business math computations.
• Acquiring and retaining knowledge of law enforcement methods, practices and procedures.
• Making effective decisions and applying appropriate actions based on different situations in accordance with laws, policies, procedures and standards.
• Organizing and maintaining records and files.
• Maintaining and updating data and documentation.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Operating assigned tools and equipment.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
• Providing customer service.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Possess essential skills related to written & oral communication, critical thinking, and problem solving/analytical skills.
• Pass the Basic Law Enforcement Training according to the State of North Carolina
• Obtain Division of Criminal Information (DCI) and CPR certifications.
• Successfully complete and pass physical fitness and classroom training and testing.
• Use state, local, and NC criminal information systems to obtain crime/suspect related information to include KBCOPS, CJLEADS, DCI.
• Work with diverse community members.
• Learn how to complete reports and provide testimony in court.
• Learn CMPD technology systems to include KBCOPS, PeopleSoft.

ADA and Other Requirements

• Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Background Check Policy

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Reasonable Accommodations

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

City of Charlotte Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Contact Information

To make a request for reasonable accommodation, please email HRADAAdministration@charlottenc.gov, call 704-962-6168, or visit us in person at 700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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