City of Kinston Police Department issued the following announcement on Jan. 16.
An in-training position for individuals that have not completed training and academic requirements established by the North Carolina Department of Justice Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards. Will perform under direct supervision of a Police Sergeant or higher ranking Officer. Performs applicable duties associated with training guidelines set by the North Carolina Department of Justice Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards’ Basic Law Enforcement Training Program (B.L.E.T.).
Essential Functions
Ability to performs tasks and assignments as required by the Training Academy.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess a high school diploma/G.E.D.
- Must be a citizen of the United States.
- Must be 20 years of age by end of Basic Law Enforcement Training classes.
- Must have a minimum knowledge of police laws and enforcement.
- Must possess good written and oral communication skills.
- Must possess good general math skills.
- Must possess the ability to establish effective relationships with the public and associates.
- Must possess the ability to adapt to changing situations quickly and effectively.
- Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
Physical Demands
Criteria for Basic Law Enforcement Certification:
- Must be a citizen of the United States.
- Must be at least 20 years of age.
- Must give written consent to a thorough background investigation.
- Must give written consent for fingerprinting and have a search made by this agency of: local, state, and national records to disclose any past criminal history.
- Must be examined and certified by a physician to meet physical requirements of a Law Enforcement Officer.
- Must consent to a drug screen meeting the requirements of Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs with negative results.
- Must consent to a psychological examination and be determined to properly fulfill the requirements of a Law Enforcement Officer’s mental and emotional suitability.
- Must meet the requirements of firearms training as prescribed for Law Enforcement.
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