Police Officer

Salary: $25.78 – $33.51 Hourly

Position Summary:

Under minimal supervision, enforces State of Arizona Criminal and Traffic statutes and Yavapai College Policies; dealing with vehicular parking, traffic control and overall maintenance and enforcement of public order.

Essential Functions:

• Provides physical security of all campus facilities by patrolling via vehicle, bicycle or by foot
• Responds to calls for assistance from students, faculty, staff, and visitors
• Other duties related to campus safety and security

Requirements:

• Must be certified as an AZ Police Officer or be able to successfully pass the AZ Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) waiver requirements for state certification
• Must be able to display expertise in areas of responsibility
• Must be able to learn and further develop professionally
• Must be able to work independently and adapt in a changing workplace
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are required
• Physical ability is essential
• Must display a willingness to appreciate the differences in individuals
• Must successfully pass physical examination and polygraph test
• Must possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Arizona driver’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any State
• No pattern of traffic violations in the last 3 years
• No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal histories
• Regular attendance is an essential job function as it demonstrates dependability towards the performance of job duties