Employment Opportunities

POLICE OFFICER

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Posted on 03-15-2021

Salary
$50,000 a year
Job Type
Full-time
Application Deadline: Until filled

Job Description
A current North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Certification is required in order to apply for this job. (BLET Completion)

Police Officer: An employee in this class performs a full range of general law enforcement duties. Such duties may include but not limited to: patrolling the city during an assigned shift in a police car or on foot; preventing, detecting and investigating disturbances and major crime cases; performing traffic control work; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments. Employees must exercise judgment, initiative and calm control when performing duties. Work involves frequent public contact, which requires tact, firmness and decisiveness. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law, supplemented with specific directions from superior officers. Employees are subject to the usual hazards of law enforcement work. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant or Police Captain and is evaluated through observation, discussion and review of reports.

Job Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Valid Driver’s License;
Completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)
Additional Information

Anyone who feels they meet the minimum requirements and are interested in the position may apply online at www.bessemercity.com/employment-opportunities and complete an electronic employment application (see below)

City of Bessemer City is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

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