Civilian Crash Investigator - Police

Have you ever dreamed of helping the community in their time of need? Do you want to assist citizens and law enforcement officers alike in a non-sworn capacity? If so, being a Civilian Crash Investigator is the right opportunity for you to be more involved!

The Burlington Police Department is a nationally accredited law enforcement agency that is committed to quality, fair, and professional police services. The agency is made up of more than 150 sworn officers and 50 professional staff members serving the City of Burlington, North Carolina. Voted the #1 Police Agency in NC in 2024, we serve a growing city of approximately 60,000 residents.

Performs duties related to the investigation of minor motor vehicle collisions, writing crash reports, controlling traffic flow, directing traffic, and providing crowd control; and perform various administrative support duties.

This position requires the ability to be called in during off-schedule hours and have transportation during adverse weather conditions.

• Preserving the Sanctity of ALL Life
• Nurture and Protect Democracy
• Ensure Procedural Justice and Fundamental Fairness
• Spirit of Service
• Protect the Community from Harm
• Treat all individuals with Dignity and Respect-the ethical foundation of policing

• Investigate traffic accidents that involve property damage.
• Provide assistance at the scene by calling for wreckers, ambulances, fire personnel, or law enforcement as neededli>
• Help disabled motorists and arrange for the removal of abandoned vehicles that may be obstructing roadways

• Direct traffic at accident scenes, road closures, or when traffic signals are down.
• Set up traffic cones, barricades, or flares—sometimes over distances of up to 100 feet—to ensure safety at hazardous locations or crowd scenes.

• Report crimes in progress to the communications center while remaining uninvolved for safety.
• Use in-car computer systems to enter or retrieve information on wanted individuals, vehicle registrations, or driver’s license status.

• Maintain your assigned vehicle and all related equipment to ensure it’s always in proper working order and ready for use.

• May be called upon to testify in court as a witness based on observed incidents or investigative actions.
Pitching In Where Needed
• Assist with various administrative support tasks to help keep daily operations running smoothly.
Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities
• Policy & Legal Knowledge: Familiarity with police department policies, the City Code, and applicable NC General Statutes. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations effectively.
• Investigative Understanding: Knowledge of traffic crash investigations, scene management, property handling, and investigative/interviewing techniques.
• Office & Technology
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in standard office procedures, computers, and relevant software applications, including Microsoft Office products.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong written and oral communication, including proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Public Interaction: Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships both within and outside the organization. Ability to apply public relations techniques with professionalism and courtesy.
• Reporting Accuracy: Skilled in preparing clear, accurate, and grammatically correct reports.
• Geographic Familiarity: Awareness of City streets, districts, landmarks, and police jurisdiction boundaries.
• Observation & Retention: Ability to observe, comprehend, retain, and accurately recall factual information.
• Sound Judgment: Capacity to make decisions and use good judgment in varying conditions, including emergencies.
• Physical & Environmental Readiness: Ability to work in harsh weather and assist with tasks such as vehicle removal from traffic.
• Confidentiality Commitment: Maintains strict confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
Education and Experience
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalency
• One year of work experience in police work, or related field, or an equivalent combination…