Training & Recruiting

The Training and Recruiting functions are directed by Officer Aaron Moore. pdrecruiting@ci.mooresville.nc.us If you are interested in applying for a position as a police officer, review the basic requirements listed below and visit the Town's Human Resources Homepage for job postings.

Basic requirements for applicants seeking a position with the Mooresville Police Department include:

• U.S. citizen
• No felony convictions
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must successfully pass a background investigation
• Must complete Basic Law Enforcement Training and meet State certification requirements
• Must pass a written test, oral interview, physical, drug screen and psychological evaluation

The following is a step-by-step process for applying with the Mooresville Police Department if there is a position advertised:

• Download an application and fill it out or pick up an application at the Mooresville office of the Employment Security Commission, 470 North Broad Street.
• The application should be filled out completely and mailed to the Human Resources Department at P.O. Box 878, Mooresville, NC 28115.
• Applicants selected for the next step of the process will be notified in writing of the date, time, and location of the written test.
• If the applicant passes the written test, they will be notified of a date and time for the oral review board.
• If the applicant passes the oral review board, they will be interviewed by an investigator and be required to pass a rigorous background investigation, including a credit, driving and criminal history check. In addition, neighbors, employers and references will be interviewed as to the applicant's suitability for the position.
• If the applicant passes the background check and is given a conditional offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a psychological examination, physical examination with drug screening, and successfully qualify with a firearm.

The Mooresville Police Department offers the following benefits to newly-hired police officers:

• Starting Annual Salary (with no experience/degree) - $34,675
• 11 - 12 Paid Holidays per Year
• 10 - 20 Paid Vacation Days per Year (based on years of service)
• 12 Paid Sick Leave Days per Year (accumulated indefinitely)
• Fully-paid Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage for Employee (family coverage is available at an additional charge.)
• Law Enforcement Local Government Retirement System
• 401k Plan with Contributions Made by the Town (5% annual salary)
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $3000 per year)
• Uniforms and Equipment Furnished by the Police Department
• Education Incentives
• Experience Incentives for Full-time Paid Law Enforcement Officers
• Workers’ Compensation Insurance
• Paid Life Insurance Equal to Annual Salary
• Fitness Center Within the Police Department

For more information, contact Officer Moore at 704-799-4028 or pdrecruiting@ci.mooresville.nc.us.