Performs supervisory law enforcement work requiring additional training and journey level experience. An employee in this class performs a full range of general law enforcement duties. Work includes serving as an assistant squad leader for an assigned shift, reviewing the work of assigned officers and backing up difficult calls; serving as field training officer on the squad; and for providing expertise for special assignments requiring specialized training and law enforcement experience. Employees must exercise judgment, initiative and calm control when performing duties; work involves significant independence of action and judgment. Work also involves frequent public contact, which requires tact, firmness and decisiveness. Work is performed in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law, supplemented with specific directions from superior officers. Employees are subject to hazards associated with law enforcement work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme hot and cold weather, and exposure to various hazards such as dangerous persons, loud noises, and hazardous spills with fumes, oils, gases, or flammable liquids. Work may be subject to OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated through observation, discussion and review of reports for adherence to laws, department procedures, community feedback and acceptance, and proper judgment. Qualifications: The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Education/formal training/licensure/certification experience: Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent degree required. Law enforcement training and specialized training regarding investigations, supervision, field training and other specialized law enforcement courses, and considerable law enforcement experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional skills and requirements: Possession of a valid NC driver's license. Certification by the North Carolina Justice Training and Standards Commission as a law enforcement officer. Prefer advanced law enforcement certification. High level of computer literacy and technical competency, office automation skills; strong time management and organizational skills; ability to multi-task and participate in multiple projects at one time; strong interpersonal and verbal skills to include telephone skills and strong customer service focus; strong writing skills.