Legislative Police Officer I

North Carolina General Assembly • Raleigh, NC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

The North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) is seeking a Legislative Police Officer I to provide security and protection for legislators, legislative staff, visitors, and property within the state legislative complex and during special events. The General Assembly Police Department, established over forty years ago, has a unique mission to safeguard the state legislative branch by enforcing North Carolina law, investigating crime, responding to emergencies, and providing safety education relevant to the NCGA. This role operates under the direction of a Police Officer II (Sergeant), with recurring tasks performed with minimal supervision during shifts. The North Carolina General Assembly Police Department is an independent agency, distinct from other local or state police departments.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Successful completion of North Carolina's Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
• Ability to obtain general certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina motor vehicle operator's license.
• Basic knowledge of law enforcement concepts, practices, theories, technologies, and problem-solving techniques.
• Must be able to pass the Police Officers Physical Agility Test (POPAT) twice a year.
• Ability to work cooperatively and under pressure with legislators, legislative staff, and the public on a daily basis.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to perform daily tasks and assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to follow department policies and procedures.
• Computer proficiency.
• Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria: Currently possess a NC General Law Enforcement Certification, Currently possess a NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification, or Currently enrolled in NC BLET.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness and ability to work extra hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Investigates criminal violations and suspicious activities, making arrests or notifying other law enforcement personnel as needed.
• Patrols legislative complex grounds and building facilities to enforce laws and regulations, preventing theft, trespass, vandalism, or other criminal activities.
• Enforces parking regulations and controls traffic flow on complex grounds.
• Assists with crowd control efforts.
• Provides dignitary protection and coordinates these activities with other law enforcement personnel.
• Provides information, directions, and other assistance to legislators, legislative staff, state officials, and the public.
• Responds to emergency calls.
• Monitors alarm and surveillance camera computer systems.
• Performs related law enforcement duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED