What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Town of Dallas?
The Town of Dallas is currently accepting applications for the position of Police
Officer. This position performs a full range of general law enforcement duties. Work
includes patrolling the Town during an assigned shift in a police car, on bicycle, or on
foot; preventing, detecting, and investigating disturbances and crime; performing
traffic control work; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments. Work
involves frequent public contact which requires tact, firmness, and decisiveness.
Applicant must have a working knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices,
methods, and equipment; skill in the use of firearms; knowledge of the use of
information technology as it applies to law enforcement; communicate effectively in
oral and written forms; and the ability to build and maintain cooperative and effective
public relations with the citizens.
Graduation from high school and completion of basic law enforcement training;
possession of a Basic Law Enforcement Certificate; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience; and possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
Hiring range for this position is $48,586 to $54,027 DOQ, with a 5% increase
following the probationary period. Applications may be obtained at the Town of
Dallas Administrative Offices located at 210 N. Holland St., Dallas, NC 28034 or
at www.dallasnc.net. Completed applications can be emailed to jobs@dallasnc.net or
turned in at the Administrative Offices. Open until filled. EOE
Salary : $48,586 - $54,027