This job classification qualifies for the employee referral bonus program. If you were referred to this job posting by a current DPS employee, and you are eventually hired, that employee could qualify for a referral bonus.
This posting is for multiple vacancies: The results of this job posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies, some of which are currently pending.
Per North Carolina General Statutes, the starting salary for sworn applicants will be $53.477.00.
Selected applicant must be willing to move to (if not currently residing within the district boundaries) and live within, the boundaries of their district assignment, or at a location that will allow them to respond to their assigned district within forty-five (45) minutes. For a comprehensive list of ALE districts, please visit our website at
https://www.ncdps.gov/ale.
IMPORTANT! Applicants MUST be available and participate in one of the following Webex presentations: Tuesday, July 30th @ 9:00 AM, Wednesday, July 31st @ 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 1st @ 3:00 PM OR Saturday, August 3rd @ 11:00 AM. Applicants will also need to be available for POPAT on either August 21st or August 23rd. Additional information will be provided about these events soon. Failure to attend one of the Webex presentations and/or POPAT will result in the applicant being disqualified.
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Investigate any criminal matter; agents specialize in the enforcement of the alcoholic beverage, controlled substance, tobacco, and gaming laws of North Carolina.
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Collection and preservation of evidence, testimony in court proceedings as necessary, and performing related work such as apprehending observed violators committing offenses.
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Conduct major criminal investigations that address community betterment initiatives that have significant positive impacts on communities.
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Collaborate with and assist federal agencies with task force assignments that address major criminal activities such as criminal enterprises, and money laundering.
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Provide support during natural disasters by providing humanitarian relief and supplementing local law enforcement departments with all aspects of police duties including, but not limited to, routine patrol and responding to calls for service. when necessary.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to read all information and questions thoroughly. To be considered for employment, you must answer all questions and complete all sections of this application form. Any potentially concerning answers require full explanations. These explanations should be prepared and attached to your application at the time of submission. Include all relevant information, including dates and locations. Falsification of any answer will result in the disqualification of your application.
This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with
State Benefits. Position may require all-day travel. Applicants will be subject to a criminal/civil background investigation and polygraph. Recommended applicant must pass a drug screen.
Applicants will be required to provide official/certified copies of documents during the application process that will not be returned.
Note to Current State Employees: The salary grade for this position is SW05. State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be designated based on the ALE Pay Schedule, in coordination with the General Assembly of North Carolina's House Bill 259, 2023-24 Appropriations Act.
About the NC Department of Public Safety (DPS):
DPS is the largest state agency with more than 26,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation. We have a mission that matters!
About the Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) Division:
ALE is a division of the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. Alcohol Law Enforcement Special Agents have statewide jurisdiction to investigate any criminal offense and make arrests within the State of North Carolina. ALE is the lead enforcement agency for the state's alcoholic beverage control, lottery and tobacco laws. As such, ALE special agents target problem ABC-licensed and illegal establishments that serve as havens for violence, drugs, gang activity, organized crime, money laundering and other criminal activity.
The mission of the Alcohol Law Enforcement Division is to reduce crime and enhance public safety throughout the State of North Carolina. This mission is accomplished through the proactive, fair and consistent enforcement of the state laws related to alcoholic beverage control, gambling, tobacco, controlled substances, and nuisance abatement, as well as other criminal and regulatory matters in the interest of health and public safety.
Additional Salary and Benefits information are available on our website at
https://www.ncdps.gov/ale.
ALE has high employment standards for its agents, who:
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Are a responsible and law-abiding citizen of the United States with high moral character and personal integrity.
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Successfully complete pre-screening modified Police Officer Physical Agility Test (POPAT).
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Successfully complete a pre-employment polygraph, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and urinalysis drug test.
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Successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation including contacts with references, employers, co-workers, close personal associates, etc., and review of driving record, credit history, criminal history, and service in the military.
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Accept employment under two (2) year probationary status, which includes successful completion of the ALE Special Agent Academy, approximately two months in duration.
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Accept temporary assignments anywhere or anytime.
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Accept assignments requiring irregular hours, day or night, any day of a week or holidays.
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Accept assignments requiring undercover investigation.
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Accept assignments requiring overnight travel possibly over extended periods of time.
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Are willing to carry and use a firearm.
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Are willing to use deadly force, if warranted, to protect his or her life or the life of someone else.
In addition to meeting these standards new recruits will be expected to demonstrate the following abilities both during training and throughout their probationary period:
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Ability to understand modern principles and methods of investigation and law enforcement.
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Ability to understand technologies and problem resolution techniques.
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Ability to perform investigations, including undercover operations.
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Ability to understand tasks, accepts responsibility, takes initiative to plan and organize daily activities and performs work under direct supervision.
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Ability to use firearms and tools/equipment involved in evidence collection and enforcement activities.
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Ability to utilize proven solutions and/or designs when solving problems.
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Ability to clearly communicate and convey technical information and promote understanding of relevant issues.
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Ability to express thoughts, ideas and information effectively by means of oral (including non-verbal) and written communication to a wide range of audiences.
Introduction to the Job Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. (Note: These links were created for applicants of Dept. of Public Safety jobs and may not reflect the policies or procedures of other State agencies.)
To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL of the following:
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Must be a citizen, or naturalized citizen, of the United States.
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Must have, or be eligible for, a valid North Carolina Driver's License, in good standing.
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Must be at least 21 years of age; or turning 21 within two months of submitting application.
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Basic knowledge of law enforcement concepts, practices, theories, technologies, and problem-solving techniques.
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Basic computer proficiency.
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Experience planning and organizing daily work activities.
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Experience preparing articulate and comprehensible written communications.
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Experience verbally communicating information clearly to others.
Management Preference(s):
Management prefers current North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement (BLET) Certification in good standing. BLET Certification must be awarded no later than
December 31, 2024.
PLEASE NOTE:
Out of state applicants MUST submit proof of an equivalency check with the NC Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission at the time of their applicant package review. Failure to do so will be considered as a withdrawal from the process.
NC applicants currently enrolled in a BLET program will be required to provide proof of enrollment at the time of their applicant package review.
Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience no later than December 31, 2024.
Please Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience includes an Associate’s degree and at least two years full time sworn law enforcement experience, or four years full time sworn law enforcement experience.
IMPORTANT! Law Enforcement experience must be full-time, with full arrest authority, to be considered. Sworn law enforcement experience is defined as having full arrest authority. Correctional and/or Detention Officer experience does not qualify for full arrest authority, unless specifically documented.
Necessary Special Qualifications:
Must be eligible for certification as a Law Enforcement Officer by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education & Training Standards Commission. Applicants must graduate from the next available ALE Academy upon hire and meet all applicable North Carolina state statutory standards for law enforcement officers.
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. Online applications are only accepted through http://www.oshr.nc.gov.
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
IMPORTANT! E-mail notification for these positions will be sent from StateofNCCareers@nc.gov and ALE.Employment@ncdps.gov. To prevent messages from unintentionally being discarded, please be sure to add this e-mail address to your contacts. It is the responsibility of the applicant to read and respond to messages in a timely manner. Therefore, it is imperative that you ensure messages from this e-mail address are approved for receipt. In addition, it is the responsibility of the applicant to update his/her profile contact information to ensure that messages are not sent to a former e-mail account.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
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Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
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Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22.
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If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
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Per NC General Statute 143B-972.1 (Download PDF reader), applicants hired into a position certified as a criminal justice officer or justice officer are required to electronically submit fingerprints to the NC State Bureau of Investigation for a state and national criminal history record check and enrollment in the FBI’s Next Generation Identification System: Criminal Justice Record of Arrest and Prosecution Background Service (“RAP Back”). This is in addition to submitting fingerprints during the application process.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact ALE Human Resources at ALE.Employment@ncdps.gov.
Degree(s) must be received from appropriately
accredited institution(s).