Certified Police Officer

Certified Police Officer (up to $25K Hiring Incentive)

2 days ago

• Up to $25,000 for certified lateral transfers. See supplemental information for details.

• BLET certified, currently in a BLET class (within 6 months of graduation) or Lateral State Transfer.

• North Carolina Personal History Statement (F-3).
• WPD Personal History Waiver.
• WPD Credit Inquiry Waiver.
• Criminal History Inquiry Waiver.
• Driving History Inquiry Waiver.
• Copy of Birth Certificate.
• Copy of current NC Law Enforcement Certificate (if applicable).
• Copy of official transcript (seal not required).
• High School transcript or GED.
• College transcript (if applicable).

• Run 200 yards.
• Step onto a step box 20 times.
• 15 Push Ups.
• 15 Sit Ups.

Video-based multiple choice; must score at least 70%.

• 20 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.
• U.S. citizenship.
• High school diploma or GED.
• BLET certification or enrollment in BLET within 6 months (or)
• Two years of full-time out-of-state sworn law enforcement experience plus accredited basic training.

• $25,000: 2+ years of NC sworn experience AND NC intermediate certificate.
• $20,000:
  Less than 2 years of NC sworn experience OR greater than 2 years without intermediate certificate.
• $15,000: 2+ years of out-of-state sworn experience.
• $10,000:
  Less than 2 years of out-of-state sworn experience after successful BLET.

• 20% of the incentive in the first paycheck.
• Remaining 20% paid every 6 months over 24 months.

Exerting 20‑50 lbs occasionally, 10‑25 lbs frequently, up to 10 lbs constantly. Work in vehicle and outdoors.

Respond to citizen calls for service, provide a police presence in the community, conduct law enforcement activities and operations, investigate crimes, utilize communications equipment, and maintain equipment and personnel safety.