Recruitment

The Morganton Department of Public Safety prides itself in having a well-trained work force by providing excellent training opportunities both within and outside of the department.

For more information on recruitment and employment opportunities within the department, contact Jason Smith, Administrative Services Supervisor at jsmith@ci.morganton.nc.us.

Selection Process

All applicants must:

• Be at least 20 years old
• Be a United States citizen
• Be a high-school graduate or have passed the G.E.D. indicating a high school equivalency
• Be of good moral character as verified by a background investigation
• Have a good credit history

Applicants must complete the following selection process:

• Polygraph examination
• Physical agility test
• Oral board review
• Medical examination. Applicants must be examined and certified by a licensed physician to meet physical requirements as established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission and OSHA requirements.
• Drug test. Applicants must submit to a drug test as established by the City of Morganton.
• Psychological examination
• Interview with the Chief of Public Safety
• Other qualifications as established by the State of North Carolina