Experienced Police Officer

Town of Morrisville•Morrisville Police Department, NC

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About The Position

The Morrisville Police Department is seeking dedicated, service-oriented experienced law enforcement officers to serve in a thriving and diverse community. The department values officers’ training, experience, and commitment to public safety, and considers relevant law enforcement experience when determining placement within the pay range. Officers serve and protect the community through patrol, law enforcement, investigations, public interaction, and community engagement. Applicants must submit an F-3 Personal History Statement with their application.

Requirements

High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
Submit an F-3 Authorization Form with the application.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas and respond to distress and service calls, including domestic violence incidents, accidents, robberies, assaults, and breaking and entering.
Check the physical security of businesses, homes, and vehicles.
Interact with the public while maintaining a high standard of service and rapport.
Enforce traffic laws, conduct stationary observation, address speed violations, and review suspicious vehicles.
Administer field sobriety tests when necessary to determine impairment.
Serve criminal summonses, subpoenas, and warrants within the assigned jurisdiction; make arrests and transport suspects for processing when required.
Attend community meetings, organize neighborhood watches, give presentations to community groups and business leaders, and participate in agency volunteer programs.
Investigate accidents and collect required data and evidence.
Perform other duties as assigned.