Police Officer Recruit

OverviewThe Raleigh Police Department is searching for qualified individuals who want to join our corps of law enforcement professionals. Our organization is proud of our professionalism, our values and providing the best services to the citizens of Raleigh.You may be contacted by telephone or email and asked to submit all required documentation if you are selected to proceed further in the process. Once contacted, it is strongly suggested that applicants submit all necessary documentation as soon as possible to prevent any delay in processing your application. Lack of documentation might prevent you from proceeding further in the application process.Although the Raleigh Police Department continuously accepts applications, to be considered for the upcoming Academy, your Neogov electronic application must be submitted as soon possible. Applications received after the deadline will be evaluated for the next academy (date TBD).Work Locations:Raleigh Police Headquarters - 6716 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NCRaleigh Police Law Enforcement Training Center - 2320 Law Enforcement Drive, Raleigh, NCThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.ResponsibilitiesProtects life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinancesPatrols assigned areasResponds to calls for police serviceConducts preliminary and follow-up criminal and traffic investigationsConducts interviewsPrepares written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activitiesApprehends criminals and testifies in courtWork requires extensive contact with outside agencies and the general publicQualificationsHigh School diploma or GED equivalentUnited States citizen or naturalized citizenMust be at least 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the Raleigh Police AcademyMust have a valid Driver's LicenseVision corrected to 20/20 and cannot be colorblindLateral-entry officers are eligible to earn a starting salary of up to $66,124.00.How to apply and contactFor more information about the Raleigh Police Department, please visit www.joinraleighpd.org.Important: As initial communication will be made through email, please ensure your email address is typed correctly on your application. Also, remember to check your spam folder frequently for messages regarding the hiring process.ADA and Other RequirementsPositions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.Heavy WorkExerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Working ConditionsWork is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.#J-18808-Ljbffr

OverviewThe Raleigh Police Department is searching for qualified individuals who want to join our corps of law enforcement professionals. Our organization is proud of our professionalism, our values and providing the best services to the citizens of Raleigh.You may be contacted by telephone or email and asked to submit all required documentation if you are selected to proceed further in the process. Once contacted, it is strongly suggested that applicants submit all necessary documentation as soon as possible to prevent any delay in processing your application. Lack of documentation might prevent you from proceeding further in the application process.Although the Raleigh Police Department continuously accepts applications, to be considered for the upcoming Academy, your Neogov electronic application must be submitted as soon possible. Applications received after the deadline will be evaluated for the next academy (date TBD).Work Locations:Raleigh Police Headquarters - 6716 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, NCRaleigh Police Law Enforcement Training Center - 2320 Law Enforcement Drive, Raleigh, NCThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.ResponsibilitiesProtects life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinancesPatrols assigned areasResponds to calls for police serviceConducts preliminary and follow-up criminal and traffic investigationsConducts interviewsPrepares written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activitiesApprehends criminals and testifies in courtWork requires extensive contact with outside agencies and the general publicQualificationsHigh School diploma or GED equivalentUnited States citizen or naturalized citizenMust be at least 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the Raleigh Police AcademyMust have a valid Driver's LicenseVision corrected to 20/20 and cannot be colorblindLateral-entry officers are eligible to earn a starting salary of up to $66,124.00.How to apply and contactFor more information about the Raleigh Police Department, please visit www.joinraleighpd.org.Important: As initial communication will be made through email, please ensure your email address is typed correctly on your application. Also, remember to check your spam folder frequently for messages regarding the hiring process.ADA and Other RequirementsPositions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.Heavy WorkExerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Working ConditionsWork is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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