Special Police Officer - Sign On Bonus

American Addiction Centers • North Wilkesboro, NC

89d • $24 - $37

About The Position

The position is for a full-time law enforcement officer at Wilkes Medical Center in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. The role includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus and offers health coverage starting on the first day of work. The officer will be responsible for intervening in situations involving unruly or threatening individuals, apprehending suspects, conducting investigations, and responding to emergency calls. The position requires effective communication and coordination with community police agencies, as well as preparation for court proceedings.

Requirements

• Basic law enforcement training required.
• General law enforcement certification per North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards or ability to transfer certification from another jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Intervene appropriately and effectively when encountering unruly, abusive, combative, threatening, or armed persons.
• Apprehend and arrest individuals for criminal activity.
• Complete investigations of any criminal activity occurring within assigned jurisdiction.
• Respond to routine and emergency calls for assistance.
• Complete uniform incident reports and other assigned documentation.
• Communicate in a calm, factual, objective, and courteous manner.
• Coordinate and communicate with community police agencies as appropriate.
• Provide armed response to imminent situations threatening life or safety.
• Assist teammates and serve as a subject matter expert in criminal process.
• Prepare criminal cases for court proceedings, attend court, and testify.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health Coverage with copay or HSA-eligible options.
• Generous PTO starting at up to 25 days/year.
• Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents.
• Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.
• Education reimbursement up to $2,500 per year for a bachelor's degree and up to $5,000 per year for a graduate degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees