Police Officer (Lateral)

Job Description:

Police Officer (Lateral)

Description

Position Scope

Hiring Range: $68,702 - $99,694

Salary range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.
Hiring range is an estimate of the compensation amount for the selected candidate. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and equity amongst other City employees in a similar position.

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This position has a hiring incentive of up to $7,000. Half of the incentive to be paid to the employee at the six (6) month anniversary and the remaining half to be paid at the one (1) year anniversary.

General Purpose: Under general supervision, performs standard police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances, generally consisting of routine patrol, preliminary investigations and traffic regulation duties.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Patrols and provides security for assigned areas, looking for unusual or suspicious activities or persons; provides scene security and protection for Fire and medical personnel.
• Patrols the city to respond to citizens' requests for assistance, enforce traffic regulations, detect crime, apprehend violators, and ensure public safety.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment according to Department standards.
• Enforces local, state and federal laws, and municipal code.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases.
• Completes detailed reports and required paperwork.
• Arrests law violators; transports and processes suspects, victims and prisoners; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces orders of protection.
• Represents the City police at court hearings; prepares reports and testifies in court cases.
• Investigates crimes and accidents as required; secures and processes crime and accident scenes; identifies and collects evidence.
• Presents education and information through community and school awareness projects; counsels citizens on law enforcement activities, programs and referral resources.
• Assists other Police personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, philosophies, attitudes, and values of the Police Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
• May work special assignments including, but not limited to, Special Investigations, Training Officer, Terrorism Liaison Officer, Traffic Unit Officer, Public Liaison Officer, School Resource Officer, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications & Position Requirements

Education and Experience:
In-State Laterals (Current AZPOST Certification)
High school diploma or GED equivalent; completion of Arizona POST Academy; completion of an FTO program and probation period; and currently certified as an AZPOST Peace Officer with two consecutive years as a full-time sworn police officer.

Out-of-State Laterals (Waiver Process Required)
High school diploma or GED equivalent; completion of Arizona POST Academy OR other law enforcement academy with substantially similar curricula; completion of an FTO program and probation period; and current or previous experience of two consecutive years as a full-time sworn police officer. Continued employment is contingent upon AZPOST-approval of waiver application.

NECESSARY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:

• Police Department policies and procedures
• City, county, state and federal laws, regulations and ordinances
• The geography of the city and surrounding areas, and the location of important buildings and landmarks
• Criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols
• Investigative procedures, and protocols for observation of critical details
• Hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid and CPR
• Basic criminal law, including the apprehension, arrest, and custody of persons committing misdemeanors and felonies, and the preservation and presentation of evidence in traffic and criminal cases
• Principles of record keeping and records management

Skill in:

• Interpreting laws and regulations, making independent decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations
• Exercising controlled discretion in communicating with criminal suspects, and mediating difficult situations
• Gathering and evaluating facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations
• Using and maintaining a variety of firearms and special law enforcement equipment
• Operating motor vehicles during emergency, high-risk situations
• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds
• Operating a personal computer and software applications
• Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions

Additional Information

Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification; must possess State of Arizona Driver's license, and clear criminal record. Ability to type 20 words per minute preferred. Must successfully pass pre-employment screening, including a thorough background investigation, medical, polygraph and psychological exam.

12 Month Goals:

• Successfully complete a minimum of nine-week Field Training Program, which consists of demonstrating the ability to:
• Demonstrate ability to complete all required documentation with complete required details and write clear, concise, and accurate reports as evidenced by supervisory review and approval.
• Demonstrate knowledge of jurisdictional boundaries, key landmarks, and ability to navigate the city in response to calls for service and during on view activities.
• Exhibit professionalism and effective communication skills through all forms of communication through interactions with members of the public as well as other members of the City of Buckeye Team.
• Exhibit a professional appearance through maintaining a clean and presentable assigned patrol vehicle, a clean and pressed uniform appearance, and high standard of personal hygiene, as directed by department policy.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

Employee Benefits & Wellness

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time classified and management employees. Part-time classified employees may be eligible for select benefits where defined.

For complete Benefit Plan & Wellness Information, please visit the City website at:
Benefits & Wellness

City benefit plans are subject to change at any time.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$68,702.40 - $99,694.40 Annually