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The Town of Holly Springs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. POSITION SUMMARY The Town of Holly Springs is seeking a Lateral Police Officer to join the Holly Springs Police Department. This position is responsible for performing general duty police work for the apprehension of criminals, prevention of crimes, protection of life and property, and general enforcement of all laws and ordinances on an assigned shift under general supervision.

Duties may also include in-depth investigation of criminal offenses as assigned. Performs duties in compliance with all State and Federal laws, standards, and guidelines and departmental policies, procedures, and directives. Maintains conduct toward individuals, which displays a firm and fair attitude, respect for personal rights, and concern for safety.

The Holly Springs Police Department works in partnership with our community. We are committed to professional, ethical and impartial policing practices to preserve life, protect property, and maintain a safe community for all who live in and visit Holly Springs. Your trust, confidence and support are important to us and are essential to achieving together the highest quality of life in Holly Springs.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS Reports to the Police Sergeant. Position works under the direction of the Police Sergeant and exercises considerable independent responsibility for assigned area. Work involves conditions of emergency, public danger, personal danger, civil disorder and sensitive public opinion requiring sound decisions, tact, courtesy and mature judgment; an incumbent is held responsible for personal judgment and has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant and is evaluated through observation, discussion and review of reports. This is a lateral police officer position. The work schedule is various shifts including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The starting annual salary is $61,440 (Grade P2). ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned. 1.Answers all emergency and non-emergency calls for service

2.Discovers and prevents the commission of crimes, enforces ordinances and all state and motor vehicle laws for designated areas. 3.Conducts preliminary investigations, gathers evidence, obtains witness statements, makes arrests, and escorts prisoners from the scenes of crimes. 4.Detains anyone wanted through the serving of warrants

5.Investigates motor vehicle accidents and assists local fire department and ambulance personnel. 6.Makes dispositions of all complaints or inquiries or directs people to the proper organizations to handle the complaints. 7.Prepares evidence for issuance of complaints; serves criminal process, including warrants

8.Completes reports compiling factual data, evidence and conducts interviews and interrogations when appropriate. 9.Performs investigative duties that cover a wide range of cases including, but not limited to: sexual assault, child abuse, assault, battery, forgery, arson, burglary, theft, vandalism, and background investigations. 10.Inspects scenes of crimes, accident sites, and other appropriate locations to identify possible physical evidence

11.Takes appropriate measures to preserve potential evidence including taking photographs, making casts, taking custody, making detailed notes, and/or calling in appropriate experts as necessary. 12.Interviews victims of criminal activity and potential witnesses or suspects. 13.Arrests or detains suspects in accordance with proper legal procedure

14.Prepares cases for court hearings and testifies in such hearings as required. 15.Acts in a relief capacity, working in other areas of the department as assigned. 16.Performs public relations duties as required or assigned

17.Carries out any lawful order or duty as prescribed by the Chief or other supervisor. 18.Participates in and presents preventative education and information through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels those within the community on law enforcement activities, programs and referral resources. 19.May be assigned special assignments, as directed by the Chief or other supervisor

20.Other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must be able to render credible testimony in a court of law. Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of all police-related equipment including, but not limited to personal computer, communication equipment, cameras, weapons, radios, alcohol detection devices, speed detection devices, and operation of emergency vehicles

Ability and skill to manage, direct, and command people in such a manner as to obtain maximum cooperation with minimum use of coercion and minimum creation of hostility and rebellion. Thorough knowledge of the operations of the criminal justice system. Thorough knowledge of court operations and the administration and execution of civil processes.

Knowledge of police administration including organization, staffing, financing, equipment management and maintenance, records and reports. Skill in the evaluation of tactical and operational requirements. Knowledge of the Town and Department's operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, State, and Federal regulations related to department programs and operations.

Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques. Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning. Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.

Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to develop department goals and objectives. Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.

Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents. Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line item budgeting. Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the Town.

Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations. Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.

Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations. Knowledge of management and supervisory practices & principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time off, and maintaining personnel records.

Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner. Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures. Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.

Knowledge of current office practices and procedures. Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.

Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form. Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.

Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations. Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.

Ability to maintain professionalism at all times. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization. Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of Freedom of Information Act and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.

Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed. PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law.

Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor. Work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, frequently requires standing, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms. Situations may require extreme physical ability to perform such activities as direct pursuit or wrestling with individuals.

Work requires operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surrounding and activities. This may involve driving in inclement weather conditions. Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Work may require working in dangerous, life threatening situations. Work requires close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception, color perception, night vision and peripheral vision. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly.

Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound. Work requires wearing specialized personal protective equipment. May be subject to exposure to blood/body fluids and infectious and communicable diseases.

Work is primarily in the field. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent. Must be a certified Police Officer in the State of North Carolina.

An equivalent certification from another state to qualify for reciprocity will be considered. Must meet all qualifications for Law Enforcement certification in the State of North Carolina, including: oBe a citizen of the United States oBe at least 20 years of age oBe a high school graduate or have passed the General Educational Development Test indicating high school equivalency oBe of good moral character oHave successfully completed Basic Law Enforcement Training and passed the BLET state exam. oSatisfactorily complete the employing agency's in-service firearms training program oNot have committed or been convicted of: oA felony; or oA crime for which the punishment could have been imprisonment for more than two years; or oA crime or unlawful act defined as a "Class B misdemeanor" within the five-year period prior to the date of application for employment; or oFour or more crimes or unlawful acts defined as "Class B misdemeanors" regardless of the date of conviction; or oFour or more crimes or unlawful acts defined as "Class A misdemeanors" except the applicant may be employed if the last conviction occurred more than two years prior to the date of application for employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Associate's degree or 60 college credits in criminal justice, law enforcement, or related field. Cellebrite, Cell Hawk, PLX Certifications OTHER REQUIREMENTS Must successfully pass Pre-employment and Post- Offer Testing, including a background investigation, drug screen and psychological examination. Failure to pass these will result in the employment offer being rescinded.

Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License. Certification in the operation of radar equipment, breathalyzers, chemical agents, first aid/CPR, PBT within one year from date of hire. Continued qualification in firearm use.

Must be able to successfully complete a physical fitness assessment