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This position patrols designated areas, enforces state laws and City ordinances, responds to emergency situations, educates the public regarding safety and security, and performs administrative duties. Candidates must possess high ethical standards, actively participate in teamwork, and always demonstrate knowledge of safety principles and an awareness of safety requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Performs patrol duties by traveling through designated areas, searching for suspicious, hazardous or criminal activity, field interviewing suspected offenders, and making arrests
Responds to both routine and emergency calls including hazardous materials incidents by contacting the reporting person and witnesses and determining the nature of call and action to be taken
Follows up on calls by locating suspects, victims, and witnesses, processing and booking suspects, completing report of the incident, submitting report to prosecutor and appearing in court
Educates the community by teaching classes at schools, conducting block watch meetings, making public presentations, and answering inquiries regarding legal and safety issues
Performs administrative duties by proposing, writing, and reviewing departmental policy, completing statistical reports, training officers, and participating in department/City process improvement teams
Requirements:
Active AZPOST certification in good standing
Three or more years of solo police officer status
Ability to effectively communicate with diverse populations
Quick thinking and the capability to make sound decisions under pressure
A strong moral compass and adherence to ethical standards in all situations
A good level of physical fitness to meet the demands of the job
Commitment to community policing and building positive relationships with the public
Flexibility in adapting to new procedures, schedules, assignments, technologies, and community needs
Ability to work well with colleagues and other agencies in a collaborative manner
Capacity to handle stress and emotional challenges inherent in law enforcement work
High school graduate or equivalent
Be a United States Citizen
For In-State Laterals: Current AZPOST Certification
For Out-of-State Laterals: Graduated from a state approved POST basic training academy, has an active police certification in good standing and has at least one year of solo officer experience
Valid Driver's License
Ability to pass required tests outlined and a thorough background examination which includes a polygraph, psychological examination (out-of-state applicants only), medical examination, and drug screening
What we offer:
Relocation assistance (with a 24-month commitment)
6K signing bonus (with a 12-month commitment)
Medical clinic usage at no cost to employees
Take home vehicle for police officers
Highest uniform allowance in the Valley
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Retirement healthcare
Paid time off
Shift Differential Pay
Assignment Pay
Up to $5,250 for Tuition Assistance
Tremendous growth plan with many career opportunities