Must have served two consecutive years in patrol with their current agency, provided that agency is in North Carolina. Must be able to meet the physically demanding requirements of the job. Must have a high school education or G.E.D. Must successfully pass a written suitability examination, a background investigation, a polygraph, a psychological interview, and a medical physical examination.
Educational achievement determines entry salary.
Officers will then be eligible for merit increases in accordance with annual merit guidelines. High pay raises may be obtained by earning evaluations of above standard. Lateral entry officers are eligible for promotion to Police Corporal or for transfer to a specialized assignment after a one-year probationary period. Lateral entry officers are eligible for promotion to Sergeant after four years.