Police Officer I and II Positions Available

The City of Northwest is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Police Officer I and II vacancies. Ideal candidates for Police Officer I must have a current NC BLET certification. Those applying for Police Officer II must have a minimum of three years of law enforcement experience. Candidates for both positions must demonstrate a commitment to transparency, accountability, and fairness, both internally and to the broader community. The salary range for Police Officer I is $$44,676 to $48,144 per year and Police Officer II is $49,106 to $55,110 per year, commensurate with skills and experience. The City of Northwest offers a competitive package of fringe and health benefits. The City of Northwest Police Department is comprised of employees who possess the highest standards of ethics and integrity, which creates the foundation of our ability to deliver a variety of essential police services to protect and serve all members of our diverse community. Our department provides ethical leadership by engagement with the community to prevent and fight crime, improve the culture of safety at work and in the community, which preserves the sanctity of all human life.

About Northwest

Incorporated in 1992, the City of Northwest encompasses 7.21 square miles in northern Brunswick County, North Carolina, a quick 20minute drive from downtown Wilmington, 15 minutes from Leland, and a half-hour from area beaches. The City’s population was approximately 900 and is expected to triple by 2027. The community is easily accessible via U.S. 74/76 and Interstate 140, is traversed by the CSX rail line, and is only a few short minutes away from Brunswick County’s two largest industrial park sites. Northwest is a family-oriented community with a rich agricultural heritage and available land for industry and development. Northwest’s leaders and citizens are proud that the community has retained its hometown character amid the rapid growth Brunswick County is experiencing. In addition to its proximity to downtown Wilmington and southeastern North Carolina’s beaches, Northwest also offers convenient access to the University of North Carolina Wilmington and both Brunswick Community College’s main campus and Leland Center. The surrounding areas offer a variety of activities and attractions, including museums, shopping destinations, concerts, hiking and biking at the Brunswick Nature Park, kayaking, parks, lakes, and waterways. Nearby attractions include the Battleship North Carolina and Fort Anderson at Brunswick Town. The City of Northwest is organized with a Mayor-Council form of government. The City has committed significant investments to public safety and looks to continue to provide high quality law enforcement services as the population and growth continue to expand. Interested candidates should complete and submit the City’s Application Form, letter of interest and resume highlighting his or her qualifications to the City Clerk at cityclerk@cityofnorthwest.com. Please contact Ms. Strickland with any questions at (910) 6553110. The position will remain open until it is filled.

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