Certified Police Officer

Location : Wilmington, NC

Job Type : Full Time-Regular

Job Number : 23-00096

Department : Police Department

Opening Date : 12 / 06 / 2024

Closing Date : 3 / 9 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings : Driving History Check

Criminal History Check

Credit History Check

Background Investigation

Drug Screen

Fit for Duty Physical

Polygraph

Psychological Examination

Hiring Salary : $22.26

Full Salary Range : $22.26 - $35.62

The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

This application process is for candidates that are BLET Certified, currently in a BLET class (within 6 months of graduation) or a Lateral State Transfer.

All other candidates for Police Trainee, please access the City of Wilmington Employment Page

• 1,000 sign-on bonus. Half ($500) paid out on first paycheck. The second half ($500) paid out after 90 days of employment

The City of Wilmington is accepting applications for Police Officer. In addition to completing the City of Wilmington online application, candidates must also complete and attach supplemental documents to finalize the Police Officer Application Packet.

The following forms must be completed and attached to the online application for consideration :

The following forms must be completed and attached to the online application for consideration (NOTE : Please make sure appropriate notarization is obtained on the F-3 prior to submitting an application) :

The additional forms MUST be uploaded and attached to the online application in order to move forward in the process.

Note : All notary signatures must be recent and up-to-date. Form may be notarized in the Human Resources Department at no cost. Our office is located at 929 N. Front St, Wilmington, NC (11th Floor).

The following is a summary of the steps in the recruitment process :

Step 1 : Completion of City of Wilmington online Application and Wilmington Police Department Application Packet

Step 2 : Preliminary Screening (against job qualifications)

Step 3 : Job-Related Physical Abilities Test

Step 4 : Written Test

Step 5 : Interview Board

Step 6 : Complete Background Investigation

Step 7 : Deputy Chiefs of Police Interview

Steps 8-11 are completed once a conditional job offer has been given.

Step 8 : Polygraph

Step 9 : Psychological Evaluation

Step 10 : Medical / Drug Screening

Step 11 : Final Offer of Employment after an online Application Packet is submitted to the City of Wilmington Human Resources Department, it will be forwarded to the Wilmington Police Department Professional Development Unit. Applicants who meet the initial minimum requirements will be contacted to attend the Physical and Written Testing once the application has been reviewed.

The Physical Abilities Test outlined below must be completed in 7 minutes 20 seconds or less to continue in the recruitment process. Applicants will be given one attempt to pass the test.

The Written Test will consist of a video-based, multiple choice test. Applicants must achieve a score of at least 70% in order to continue in the recruitment process.

Each step must be successfully completed to advance to the next recruitment phase.

In the event an applicant does not successfully complete any phase of the recruitment process, they may reapply whenever a new posting for a position is advertised.

NOTES :

Physical Assessment & Written Exams will be scheduled as soon as possible after the application deadline. Eligible candidates wil be notified via email what date / time to report for testing. Applicants who successfully pass both the Physical & Written portions will be invited to return for an interview panel.

The application process may take up to 3 months to complete. For more information on the recruitment process, please visit the

Typical Tasks

Respond to citizen calls for service, provide a police presence in the community to encourage citizens to feel safe, conduct law enforcement activities and operations, and investigate crimes. This is accomplished by utilizing communications equipment, employing chemical and biological protective equipment, conducting police tactical movements, conducting security operations, conducting prisoner operations, conducting traffic operations, completing documentation, navigating streets, conducting investigations, and utilizing police equipment and weapons systems, assisting in special event planning, maintaining equipment, and removing dangerous or deadly animals.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must meet the following minimum requirements :

All applicants must complete an online Wilmington Police Department Application Packet to be considered. Candidates must successfully complete the entire recruitment process to include : physical abilities testing; written test; interviews; background investigation; polygraph; psychological evaluation; and medical examination with drug screen.

Please visit the Police Department website to view a list of Employment Disqualifiers

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.

WORKING CONDITIONS : This position generally requires work in a vehicle and outdoors.

Our Core Values :

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement : Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer :

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes :

Applicant Status Updates : After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and / or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage : a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase. Sworn Law Enforcement Officers (LEO's) are also provided additional life insurance thru the NC Retirement System. The supplemental life insurance is equal to one times the annual salary, not to exceed $50,000.

Retirement :

Paid Leave :

Miscellaneous :

Note : The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

Are you an out-of-state transfer who has completed an equivalent to the NC Basic Law Enforcement Training Program AND has completed at least two (2) years of "FULL TIME SWORN" service?

Are you currently enrolled in a NC Basic Law Enforcement Training Program with a graduation date within the next six (6) months?

Do you currently possess a NC Basic Law Enforcement Training Certificate? Note : This is not a requirement for Lateral Transfers for Officers coming from a different state.

The following is a summary of the steps in the selection process. Please note that the selection process could take up to 3 months to complete.Select "yes" that you have read and understand. Step 1 : Completion of City of Wilmington On-line Application Step 2 : Preliminary Screening (against job qualifications)Step 3 : Written Testing (if applicable)Step 4 : Interview Board Step 5 is completed after a conditional job offer has been given. Step 5 : Complete Background Investigation, Polygraph, and Drug ScreenStep 6 : Final offer of Employment

Primary communication in regards to your application status will be through the contact information provided on the application including your email and phone number. Please select "yes" that you understand.

All documents attached to this application must be properly signed and notarized. If documents do not have the proper notarization or signatures, this will affect your application including either disqualification from the process or not moving forward in the process until documentation is received. Please acknowledge that you understand this requirement.

Required Question

Salary : $50,000