Job Description:

Location: 912 7th Avenue, Garner, NC 27529
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $56,349.28 – $73,247.20 annually (with incentives & career development)

Job Overview

The Garner Police Department is seeking dedicated and community-oriented individuals to join our team as Police Officers. This role involves protecting life and property through the prevention, detection, and investigation of law violations while fostering trust and partnerships with the community.

Officers are assigned to patrol squads, working rotating shifts under the supervision of a Sergeant or Corporal. Through our Career Development Program, officers have access to advancement opportunities, specialized assignments, and progressive salary growth.

Salary & Benefits

• Starting Salary: $56,349.28 annually

• Hiring Range: Up to $73,247.20 based on skills & qualifications

• Salary Incentives Available For:

  • Prior law enforcement experience: +2.5% per year (as determined by the Chief)

  • Specialized skills/experience: +2%

  • Certified Instructor: +2%

  • Military experience: +2%

  • Education: Associate’s (+1%), Bachelor’s (+2%), Master’s (+3%)

  • Foreign language fluency: +2%

Additional Perks:

• State-of-the-art equipment & take-home vehicles (policy dependent)

• Full uniforms & apparel provided

• Dual Career Path Program with 5% salary increases for each advancement (Police Officer I → Police Officer II → First Class Officer → Senior Officer)

Duties & Responsibilities

As a Police Officer, you will:

• Patrol assigned areas, ensuring community safety and security

• Enforce traffic laws, investigate accidents, and issue citations/arrests

• Serve warrants, subpoenas, and criminal summons

• Respond to emergencies, domestic incidents, and criminal activity

• Investigate crimes, secure scenes, and collect evidence

• Provide public assistance and community engagement

• Testify in court and prepare detailed reports

• Perform traffic control at accidents or major events

• Participate in specialized units (e.g., K9, Traffic Safety, SRT, Crisis Negotiation, Community Liaison, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen

• Hold a High School Diploma or equivalent

• Possess a valid driver’s license

• Meet one of the following:

  • Currently sworn NC law enforcement officer

  • Hold a valid NC Law Enforcement Certification

  • Be enrolled in a NC Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program

Desired Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of law enforcement practices, town ordinances, and geography

• Ability to follow instructions and prepare accurate reports

• Excellent judgment in high-pressure situations

• Strong interpersonal skills to interact firmly yet courteously with the public

• Proficiency with firearms, emergency response, and safe vehicle operation

• Ability to deliver credible testimony in court

Selection Process

The recruitment process typically takes 6–8 weeks and includes:

1. Information Session & Written Exam (POST)

2. Oral Panel Interview

3. Conditional Offer (includes handgun qualification)

4. Background Investigation, CVSA (truth verification), drug test, medical & psychological exams

5. Final Interview with the Police Chief

Required Application Documents

Applicants must complete both:

• Town of Garner Online Application

• NC Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission Form F-3 (Personal History Statement)

Additional forms include:

• Two release forms

• History of Prior Applications with Criminal Justice Agencies form

📌 These documents must be submitted within 7 days of initial application (scanned/email copies accepted).

Upon Conditional Offer, candidates must provide:

• Birth Certificate, Social Security Card, Driver’s License

• Certified Criminal Records (last 10 years)

• Certified Driving History (last 10 years)

• Law Enforcement Certification (if applicable)

• Training certificates (if applicable)

• DD-214 (military, if applicable)

• High School Diploma or GED copy

How to Apply

Apply online via the Town of Garner Careers Portal

📩 Completed supplemental documents should be emailed to:
Cpl. Apanovich
📧 GPDrecruitment@garnernc.gov
📞 919-772-8810 ext. 6983

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Garner is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring.

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