Police Officer

Job Description

Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the City of Brevard is a vibrant, welcoming community looking for qualified, community-minded individuals to join our Police Department. Our officers serve with integrity, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to partnership with the citizens we protect - in a department where you'll be valued as part of a close-knit, professional team.EXTREMELY COMPETITIVE PAY
$24.90 - $37.34 / hour • $55,504.52 - $83,256.78 / year
Lateral candidates with prior law enforcement experience are hired within the FULL salary range based on qualifications and experience - not just at entry level. Incentive Pay is offered for college degrees, Intermediate and Advanced Law Enforcement Certifications, and foregin language proficiency.
Example - An officer with 10 years experience, a Bachelor's Degree and an Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate could be earning $70,500 annually ($31.62 per hour).

Why Officers Choose Brevard
• A safe, scenic mountain community with strong civic pride and engagement

• A supportive, team-oriented department culture

• Real opportunity to build lasting relationships with the community you serve

• A high quality of life - outdoor recreation, low cost of living, small-town connection

• A department invested in your professional growth

What You'll Do
Patrol the City by vehicle and on foot, respond to calls for service, investigate criminal and traffic incidents, and engage in proactive community policing - all while partnering with residents, business owners, and community leaders to keep Brevard a great place to live.
• High school graduation or the equivalent.• Minimum qualifications include successful completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification and meet all essential job functions as expected by the State of N.C. Criminal Justice Training & Standards Division.• General or Probationary Certification from the State of N.C. Criminal Justice Training & Standards Division.• No prohibitive criminal or driving history.• Other qualifications as may be established as necessary for the successful function of this position.• Valid N.C. Driver's License.