Franklin NC Police Job Opportunities

The Town of Franklin is currently accepting applications for a Community Traffic and Crime (C-TAC) Officer at the Franklin Police Department

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The Town of Franklin is accepting applications for a Community Traffic and Crime (C-TAC) Officer at the Franklin Police Department. The position will perform a wide variety of services directly and indirectly related to law enforcement work that focuses on specific crimes and crimes areas in the Town of Franklin for the protection of life and property.

Work will include enforcing North Carolina Traffic Statutes, North Carolina Controlled Substance Statutes, and other North Carolina General Statutes as needed; plan and implement crime reduction projects; collect, package, submit evidence properly for court cases; prepare and maintain court cases with integrity and credibility; support Patrol during busy periods; back-up Patrol during high-risk incidents; assist with various events/festivals throughout the year; Coordinate community and public service events and educational programs; Manage the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program; Manage the North Carolina Safe Kid’s Program.

Graduation from an accredited community college or university with a degree in criminal justice supplemented by law enforcement training and considerable drug enforcement experience in law enforcement; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, a NC driver’s license, and have completed requirements established by the NC Justice Training and Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers. Salary range for this position is $45,555 to $69,702. DOQ

External applicants please submit a Town of Franklin application form to the NCWorks Career Center Office at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. The application can be found at TOWN OF FRANKLIN (franklinnc.com) on the Human Resources page. Physical address is 23 Macon Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734. Office contact number is (828) 369-9534. Please contact 828-524-2516, ext. 312 for additional questions about the position.

The Town of Franklin is an EEO/ADA employer.

Closing date – Friday, February 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m.

The Town of Franklin is currently accepting applications for a Police Officer

The Town of Franklin is accepting applications for a Police Officerat the Franklin Police Department. The position will perform a wide variety of services directly and indirectly related to the enforcement of law, maintaining peace and dignity of the community and assisting the public.

Hiring range for this position is $40,500 to $50,625 DOQ

How to Apply
Applicants must submit a Town of Franklin application form to the NCWorks Career Center Office at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. The application can be found at www.franklinnc.com on the Human Resources page. Physical address is 23 Macon Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734. Office contact number is (828) 369-9534. Please contact 828-524-2516, ext. 312 for additional questions about the position.

Closing date – Until filed.

The Town of Franklin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Part-time Reserve Police Officers

The Town of Franklin is accepting applications for Part-time/Reserve Police Officers at the Franklin Police Department. The position will perform a wide variety of services directly and indirectly related to the enforcement of law, maintaining peace and dignity of the community and assisting the public.

Work will include patrolling the Town during an assigned shift in a police car or on foot; preventing, detecting, and investigating disturbances and crime; performing traffic control work; apprehending suspects; and executing related assignments. An officer within his/her authority shall be responsible for the enforcement of the laws of the State of North Carolina, and the ordinances of the Town. Part-time/Reserve Officers will work a minimal combination of 8 events and/or shifts annually (annually is the fiscal year of July 1 through June 30) at a minimum of 6 hours per detail.

Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED or greater, must have completed basic law enforcement training and possess a BLET certificate, a valid driver’s license, and have completed requirements established by the NC Justice Training and Standards Commission for certified law enforcement officers.
Applicants must submit a Town of Franklin application form to the NCWorks Career Center Office at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. The application can be found on the Human Resources page or by clicking the link below. Physical address is 23 Macon Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734. Office contact number is (828) 369-9534. Please contact 828-524-2516, ext. 312 for additional questions about the position.

Closing date – Until filled

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» Town of Franklin Employment Application (pdf)

Police Officer Candidates

The Town of Franklin is accepting applications for Police Officer Candidates at the Franklin Police Department. This opportunity allows individuals to attend Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) and work part-time while becoming a police officer.

Individuals who qualify will have their tuition covered by the Franklin Police Department and will be paid $14.00 per hour up to 30 hours per week while in school. Upon successful completion of the program and certification, individuals may have the opportunity to become a Police Officer with the Town of Franklin.

Applicants must have a high school diploma/GED or greater, possess a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.

Please submit a Town of Franklin application form to the NCWorks Career Center Office at 5 West Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734. Physical address is 23 Macon Avenue, Franklin, NC 28734. Office contact number is (828) 369-9534. Go to www.franklinnc.com under the Human Resources tab for a Town application. Please contact the Police Department at 828-524-2864 for additional questions about this opportunity.

No closing date as BLET may be offered at varying times during the year. Next BLET starts July 7th.

Title Vl Nondiscrimination Policy Statement

It is the policy of the Town of Franklin to ensure that no person shall, on the ground of race, color, national origin, limited English Proficiency, income level, sex, age, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any Town of Franklin program or activity, including, where applicable, religion, as provided by Title Vl of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, United states Department of Transportation (DoT) order 1050.2A, Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (cFR) Part 21, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and other pertinent nondiscrimination authorities.

The following practices are hereby prohibited throughout the Town of Franklin to comply, at a minimum, with Title Vl and related requirements:

Denying to an individual any standard service or other program benefit without good cause;
Providing any service or other benefit to a person which is distinct in quantity or quality, or is provided in a different manner, from that provided to others under the program;
Subjecting a person to segregation or separate treatment in any part of a program;
Restrictions in the enjoyment of any advantages, privileges, or other benefits enjoyed by others;
Methods of Administration, which, directly or through contractual relationships, would defeat or substantially impair the accomplishment of effective nondiscrimination;
Different standards, criteria, or other requirements for admission, enrollment, or participation in planning, advisory, contractual or other integral activities;
Acts of intimidation or retaliation, including threatening, coercing, or discriminating against any individual for the purpose of interfering with any right or privilege secured by any pertinent nondiscrimination law, or because he/she has made a complaint, testified, assisted, or
participated in any manner in an investigation, proceeding or hearing;
Discrimination in any employment resulting from a program, a primary objective of which is to provide employment.

Nicole Bradley, Human Resource Director
Town of Franklin's Title VI Coordinator
Phone: (828) 524-2516
Email: nbradley@franklinnc.com