Police Officer City of Salisbury, NC Salisbury, NC Police Officer Your Career, Your Community The City of Salisbury is seeking highly motivated applicants with a strong desire to enter the challenging field of law enforcement to fill non-supervisory officer positions in the Police Department. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: enforcing North Carolina General Statutes, working closely with neighborhood groups, preparing and presenting court testimony, and writing clear and concise incident reports. Excellent opportunity for advancement and career development. Good benefit package, including the issuance of all required equipment and supplies and a one-on-one vehicle assignment plan. The applicant must be at least 20 years of age, be a U.S. citizen, have a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a valid N.C. driver's license or the ability to obtain, and have no felony convictions. Cannot have been convicted of DUI, DWI, or certain misdemeanors within last 5 years. Applicants will be required to submit to a thorough background investigation, a psychological evaluation, a polygraph examination, a physical fitness test and a medical examination that includes a drugscreening test. We offer a rich benefit plan (Health Insurance - $850 city contribution to Health Savings Plan, Dental, Onsite Wellness Clinic, 13 Paid Holidays, one day of Sick Leave accrued per month, one Annual day accrued per month, Life Insurance, 15.04% Employer Contribution to the NC State Retirement Plan, 5% City Contribution to 401(k) plan and more). and the opportunity to work with a fast-paced team that aims to exemplify the City's values by showing purpose, passion and priority. Eligibility for retiree health insurance coverage for lateral/sworn officers with law enforcement experience prior to January 1, 2012. This is only for North Carolina laterals who were in the NC Retirement System prior to January 1, 2012.

Minimum Requirements:

High School diploma or GED Adhere to an on-call rotation which requires to respond after hours when needed Must have a valid NC Driver's License and have no felony convictions BLET certification required (out of state certifications can transfer to NC) Cannot have been convicted of DUI, DWI, or certain misdemeanors within 5 years Applicants will be required to submit to the standard City and Police Department's hiring process to include the Criminal Investigation's Division selection procedure

Closing Date:

February 21, 2025 Hiring range: $51,837.92-$74,128.23 (Salary depends on experience and training) $2,000.00 sign-on bonus to be paid as a lump sum after completion of a successful probationary period.

Apply at:

https://salisburync.gov/careers The City of Salisbury prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. The City of Salisbury is a Drug Free Workplace.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$51,837.92 - $74,128.23 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

12 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift On call Overtime Weekends as needed

Work Location:

On the road