GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
Performs general law enforcement duties to protect life and property within Ashe County. Work includes responding to calls for service, patrolling assigned areas, enforcing laws, conducting investigations, serving criminal and civil process, and preparing detailed reports and case files. Duties also involve interviewing victims and witnesses, collecting and preserving evidence, assisting with arrests and suspect apprehension, and testifying in court. The employee handles a wide range of incidents including domestic disturbances, emergencies, and criminal offenses, and may transport inmates and individuals for medical or mental health commitments. Work requires sound judgment, effective communication skills, and adherence to established policies and procedures. Works under stressful, high-risk conditions. Reports to assigned Sergeant or Lieutenant.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Answers calls for service in the county of Ashe, patrols all areas of the county, assists the city officers with calls and traffic stops as requested, serves criminal and civil papers, and creates reports for incidents that occurred in the county.
- Interviews witnesses and victims; collects and preserves evidence; assists Detectives with the interrogation and apprehension of suspects; prepares and serves warrants; prepares case files.
- Answers and handles domestic disturbances, suicidal subjects, disputes, home invasions, robberies, theft, armed subjects, fights, welfare checks, etc.
- Arrests subjects that have violated the law and transports incarcerated subjects from the jail to other facilities.
- Transports subjects that have an order for commitment to Ashe Memorial Hospital or mental facilities out of county.
- Maintains accurate and factual records; clearly communicates both written and verbally.
- Testifies in court for cases that the officer witnessed or handled.
- Performs other related work as required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED and 0-1 years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certificates:
- Certification as a law enforcement officer in accordance with the NC Sheriffs Training and Standards Commission
- CPR Certification
- Firearm Certification
- Mental Health Crisis Trainings
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The following generally describes the knowledge and abilities required to perform the job or which must be learned within a short period of time to successfully perform the assigned duties.
· Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and procedures.
· Considerable knowledge of federal, state, and local laws affecting the operation of the department.
· Considerable knowledge of modern equipment, practices, and techniques used in criminal investigative work.
· Considerable knowledge of the geographic and socioeconomic layout of the County.
· Skilled in the use of firearms.
· Ability to detect evidence of law violations, collect substantiating information and present effective testimony in court.
· Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion and make frequent decisions without reference to higher authority.
· Ability to exercise sound judgment in emergency and routine situations.
· Ability to deal tactfully and firmly with the public.
· Ability to apply interpretations of the law to specific situations.
· Ability to prepare accurate reports of activities.
· Ability to express ideas effectively before large groups.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Pay: From $46,748.16 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
