Warrenton Police Department is seeking dedicated individuals to join our law enforcement team as Police Officers. As an officer for our agency, you will play a crucial role in maintaining public safety and enforcing the laws and ordinances within our community. Your responsibilities will include general policing through patrols, maintaining public order and safety, responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service, investigating crimes and accidents, making arrests and issuing citations when necessary, gathering evidence and preparing reports for criminal investigations, providing assistance to the public, ensuring community engagement, and enforcing traffic laws and regulations.

 

 

 

• Starting pay $50,000
• Career development program
• 5% pay increase for associate degree
• 10% pay increase for bachelor's degree
• Reimbursement of up to $1000 per year for college
• Unlimited training opportunities
• Take-home car program
• Free Gym membership
• Benefit package to include paid health insurance, state retirement, and 401K program

 

 

Responsibilities:

 

• Protect life and property by the enforcement of laws & ordinances.
• Proactively patrol all areas in the jurisdiction.
• Respond to calls for police service.
• Exercise sound judgment in all interactions with citizens, victims, and suspects, including situations        where force may be necessary.
• Prepare written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activities.
• Conducts criminal and traffic investigations.
• Conduct interviews.
• Arrest and process criminals.
• Operate a law enforcement vehicle under emergency conditions day or night.
• Comprehend legal documents, including citations, affidavits, warrants, etc.
• Assist County Deputies upon request.
• Self-initiate traffic and criminal investigations.
• Take an active role in Community Oriented Policing.

 

Skills Required:

 

• Communication skills
• Skill in assessing situations, recognizing when to take action, and deciding on an appropriate course.
• Skill in reading, comprehending, retaining, and applying written factual information.
• Skill in analyzing situations quickly and objectively, recognizing actual and potential dangers, and          determining a proper course of action.
• Skill in observing and remembering detail.
• Willingness to confront a variety of problems and situations.
• Public relations skills
• Skill in operating a motor vehicle.
• Dependability and sound work habits
• Characteristics necessary to maintain integrity, truthfulness, and credibility

 

Schedule:

 

12 hour shift (rotating)

 

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid NC Driver's License

 

              

My name is Chief David Elliott. I am dedicated to bringing integrity, transparency, professionalism, and strong leadership to the Town of Warrenton and the citizens we serve. Serving the Town of Warrenton is a great honor, and I believe in fostering a positive and supportive community. The Warrenton Police Department is committed to providing excellent training opportunities through continued education. Throughout my career in law enforcement, I have always emphasized the importance of teamwork in achieving our goals. If you are interested in joining our team, I am eager to meet you and assist you with the hiring process.

  To Apply, email Chief Elliott at policechief@warrenton.nc.gov