Police Officer – Certified / Lateral

Hillsborough, NC
Hillsborough Police Department

Salary:

$53,412.00 – $84,559.00 Annually

Job Summary:
The Hillsborough Police Department is looking for individuals of high moral character with a genuine desire to serve and make a difference to become part of our team. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Police officers are responsible for patrolling of town streets and neighborhoods to deter crime or apprehend and/or arrest violators or suspects, responding to calls for law enforcement assistance, gathering information for criminal investigations, and meeting with and working with community members. Fluency in a foreign language is desired (Spanish preferred). A valid North Carolina Driver’s License is required.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs if they believe they are unable to perform every task on a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The town will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications.

Qualification:

The hiring process varies depending on candidates’ backgrounds. For candidates who are enrolled in or have completed BLET, the hiring process includes:

  • Application – Hillsborough accepts applications online through the town’s employment website.
  • Written testing
  • Physical assessment
  • Panel and individual interviews
  • Background investigation
  • If a conditional offer is made, a medical evaluation, psychological evaluation, preemployment drug screening, and polygraph testing (where applicable) will be required.