Police Detective Town of Red Springs - 3.0 Red Springs, NC Job Details Full-time $49,148 a year 21 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Employee relationship building Driver's License Community relationship building State-specific police officer certification

Full Job Description Date Posted:

Friday, September 4, 2026

Department:

Police Department Compensation:

$49,148

Deadline:

Open until filled

Position Objectives:

An employee in this class conducts preliminary and supplementary investigation of crimes, interviewing victims, complainants, witnesses, and suspects; secures and investigates the crime scene; identifies, collects and preserves physical evidence; prepares reports; and testifies in court. Work involves general criminal investigation and narcotic investigations. The employee may also participate in regular patrol activities or other specialized patrol work. The work requires the application of modern investigation techniques, sound judgement, and independent initiative in pursuit of work objectives. Work involves frequent public contact which requires tact, firmness, and decisiveness. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law, supplemented with specific directions from superior officers. The employee is subject to hazards in law enforcement work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as dangerous persons, loud noises, and hazardous spills with fumes, oils, gases, or flammable liquids. Work in the law enforcement is also subject to the final standards of OSHA on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated through review of reports and conferences.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts initial and follow-up investigations of criminal incidents; interviews persons in connection with criminal incidents including victims, witnesses, and suspects; secures crime scenes, collects, establishes chain of custody, and preserves physical evidence; processes evidence through on-site identification technology and use of state and local laboratories. Prepares and reviews written reports of investigative activities; arrests offenders; testifies in court regarding investigative activities. Establishes effective contacts with the public, informants, coworkers, district attorney staff, and other law enforcement departments to gain information related to criminal activities; conducts surveillance and develops leads. Conducts surveillance and cooperates with other law enforcement agencies to investigate, locate, apprehend, and arrest offenders. Participates in special narcotics investigations, surveillance, and related programs and activities; may be assigned to special narcotics units or task forces. Conducts a variety of investigations related to credit card fraud, identify fraud and related crimes. When not conducting investigations, the employee participates in the regular patrol and other operations of the department. May serve as departmental evidence custodian; prepares records of evidence chain of custody; ensures security and tracking of all evidence; destroys evidence according to laws and regulations. May conduct community-oriented work, community relations or community crime prevention educational programming. Additional Job Duties Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, talking, hearing and repetitive motions. Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; 20 pounds frequently and 10 pounds constantly. Must possess the visual acuity to operate a patrol vehicle and distinguish detail and differences when observing people, places and things on patrol. Special Requirements Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license. Certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Council as a law enforcement officer. Other certifications as required by the department.

Desirable Training and Experience:

Thorough knowledge of physical, economic, and social characteristics of the town. Considerable knowledge of modern investigative techniques, principles, and procedures. Considerable knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances pertaining to police operations and investigative procedures. Considerable knowledge of the application of information technology to investigations and law enforcement work. Working knowledge of the practices and procedures involved in narcotics investigations, surveillance, and under cover purchases. Skill in the use of firearms and other law enforcement equipment and in the application of self-defense tactics. Skill in collaborative conflict resolution. Ability to perform independently complex and sensitive investigative assignments, to apply sound investigative principles to difficult cases, and to report clearly, orally and in writing the results of investigative efforts. Ability to effectively plan and organize work independently. Ability to work calmly under conditions of high stress and physical and emotional fatigue. Ability to make effective public and educational presentations. Ability to work closely and in harmony with representatives of other law enforcement and investigative agencies in matters of common interest. Ability to provide clear and accurate testimony. Ability to prepare clear and concise records and reports. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the general public. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms, and to present effectively in court testimony.

Benefits:

All Full-Time Employees:

Annual Leave Paid sick leave Paid Holidays as designated by the State Workers' Compensation FICA/Medicare Employer paid health insurance Employer paid dental insurance Employer paid vision insurance Employer paid life insurance & AD&D Retirement through NC Local Government Retirement System

•Additional benefits are offered by the town, but are at the expense of the employee, see your HR Director for more details. Applications can be hand delivered at 217 South Main Street Red Springs

NC 28377.

You may fax them to (910) 843-5688 or mail it to PO Box 790 Red Springs

NC 28377.

More Information:

Human Resources Phone:

(910) 843-5241 ext. 233

Fax:

(910) 843-5688

Email: