Police Officer

Overview

A Police Officer I performs responsible work to provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations on behalf of and within the City of Lexington.

• Salary/Pay Rate: $45,365 Starting annual salary, plus excellent benefits
• Posted Date: 09/11/2025 10:50 AM

• Education equivalent to graduation from high school and completion of Basic Law Enforcement Training or ability to complete Basic Law Enforcement Training within 6 months of hire;
• Valid NC driver’s license and good driving record;
• Minimum age of 20 years.

Rotating 12 hour shifts (4 days on 4 days off). Paid bi-weekly.

Position will remain open until filled.

Application and instructions are available here.

All applicants must provide accurate information on the City’s application for each position application.

The City requires position appropriate pre-employment screenings. The City is a drug-free workplace and applicants offered employment will be asked to participate in a pre-employment drug screening.

The City is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City makes employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

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