Q: What do I need to do to get a job with UNC-CH Department of Public Safety?
A: Continuously check the UNC-CH DPS website for job openings or the UNC-CH
Human Resources webpage for job openings
Q: Is there an age limit?
A: The minimum age is 20 years old, however you have to be 21 when you graduate BLET.
Q: Are there any restrictions on where I can live?
A: No
Q: How many officers do you hire per year?
A: Varies year to year based on the number of openings the department may have at any given time
Q: Do you accept out of state or lateral transfers?
A: Yes
Q: What is Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET)?
A: BLET is the state mandated training required by NC Training and Standards Commission to become a sworn police officer in the State of NC.
Q: I am an experienced police officer. How much can I expect my starting salary to be?
A: $27,915 - $54,147
Q: How long is field training?
A: 12 Weeks
Q: How long does it take to hire an applicant?
A: 3 to 5 months
Q: I do not have a BLET certification, will the department pay for me to attend BLET if hired?
A: Each candidate is considered on a case by case basis.
Q: Does the department offer its own police academy?
A: No
Q: Does the police department maintain an eligibility list of police applicants for future vacancies?
A: No
Q: Is there a probationary period for new police officers?
A: Yes, 9-12 months
Q: Is greater consideration given to applicants who have completed BLET?
A: Yes, BLET certified is preferred.
Q: Can I enroll in BLET on my own?
A: Yes, through the community college system
Q: Is greater consideration given to someone with a college degree or a military background?
A: Department reviews all candidates based on total qualifications
Q: Can you do all of the testing in one or two days for out of state applicants?
A: No, can not be done.
Q: What kind of benefits does your agency have?
A: Refer to UNC-CH Human Resources web site (http://hr.unc.edu or the UNC-CH DPS web page (http://www.dps.unc.edu/dps)
