Description:
DISCLAIMER: This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions section of this classification may vary from position to position. The employer reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Town of Landis, N.C., seeks qualified applicants for the position of full-time Police Corporal. The selected candidate will report directly to his/her immediate supervisor within the Police Department. The Police Department embraces the concept of community policing and services a population of approximately 5,500 permanent residents.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Patrols streets in a police car or on foot.
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Responds to calls for assistance, complaints, suspicious activity, domestic disputes, loud and disruptive behavior.
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Completes calls by determining the true nature of the situation and taking whatever legal action is warranted.
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Investigates traffic accidents, conducts traffic stops, issues traffic citations, directs traffic and participates in other emergency operation activities.
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Assists stranded motorists, regulates and directs vehicular traffic at busy times and when traffic signals malfunction or accidents require the same.
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Performs investigations of accidents or possible crimes through observation, questioning witnesses, and gathering physical evidence.
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Performs investigative tasks, arrests, and processes criminal suspects.
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Testifies in court concerning arrests.
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Issues citations for violations of traffic regulations, serves warrants, apprehends and processes criminal suspects and transports to detention facilities.
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Conduct training of new officers.
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Assist with patrol coverage and scheduling.
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Assist other officers on shift, providing guidance when needed.
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Function as shift supervisor in the absence of a Sergeant or above and perform related functions.
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Performs other related duties as required.
Requirements:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
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Proficient knowledge of state and federal laws, local ordinances, especially relating to search and seizure, traffic control, pursuit, and arrest.
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Skill in the use of firearms and other police equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics.
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Must possess the ability to exercise sound judgement and react effectively in emergency situations.
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Must be able to speak effectively before a group, to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and to maintain an effective working relationship with staff, and other Town Departments.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Work in this class is defined as medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. When apprehending suspects who resist arrest work is deemed as heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas or other information between individuals or groups. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines and motor vehicles, determining accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing surroundings. Employees must be able to demonstrate continued physical fitness to withstand the rigors of law enforcement officers and potential physical confrontation with assailants and/or foot chases for apprehensions. Employees may be required to use deadly force to subdue an assailant or to protect themselves or others.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Employee is exposed to both inside and outside working conditions in all types of weather from extremes of cold and heat to rain/snow/ice as well as varying terrain from streets, dense foliage, dark buildings, and water. Employees may be exposed to noise which would cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Workplace conditions include operating vehicles for extended periods of time, working varied hours and shifts, and confronting violent persons many of whom have criminal records with little to no respect for law enforcement or who may be a threat to themselves or others. Work requires the application of safety precautions and wearing of protective clothing, gloves, and body armor designed to minimize exposure to blood-borne pathogens, communicable diseases, and bodily harm. This position has been deemed Safety Sensitive.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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Must possess high school diploma or GED equivalent.
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Successful completion of the North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) academy is required.
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Minimum of three (3) years of qualifying service as a sworn law enforcement officer.
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Graduation from an accredited program with a degree in criminal justice, sociology, public administration, or other qualifying area.
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Possession of a Qualifying Supervisory Course.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Minimum age requirement of 21 years.
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Must possess valid North Carolina driver's license.
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Must have the ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation, physical and psychological evaluation.
DRUG TESTING: This position requires the employee to be subject to random drug testing as per the Town of Landis Policy.
CLOSING DATE: 07/30/2026
