Police Officer
Essential Functions:
- Crime suppression and law enforcement are primary responsibilities.
- Protect life and property.
- Identify, apprehend and arrest suspects.
- Apply appropriate use of force based on law enforcement best practices.
- Obtain and serve warrants, subpoenas and other court documents.
- Testify in criminal, civil and administrative hearings.
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations and drills; administer aid, as needed.
- Prepare reports, as needed.
- Identify trend patterns as appropriate.
- Operate law enforcement vehicles and equipment.
- Proactively assist community members in identifying and solving community problems.
- Manage conflict through negotiation.
- Uphold the highest standards of conduct and customer service while serving and protecting our community and taking measures to prevent crime.
- Other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor(s) and/or their designees.
- Provide police services for Duke special events including NCAA Division I athletic events and community sponsored events.
- Provide security for national and international dignitaries.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Must be at least 20 ½ years of age.
- Successful completion of North Carolina’s Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET).
- Requires a comprehensive criminal and background check.
- In-state, out-of-state, and Military Police lateral transfers are accepted.
- Must complete a financial background check.
- Must complete a psychological evaluation.
- 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.