Police Officer Recruit/Laterals

Closing Date: 5/11/2025

Position Summary:

To perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; to protect the lives and property of the citizens of the City; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department.

Essential Functions:

• Patrol a designated area of the City to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes, and code violations; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
• Respond to burglar alarms, general public service calls and complaints including domestic disturbances, civil complaints, property control, automobile accidents, robberies, and related misdemeanor and felony incidents; provide first responder medical attention as needed; assist the fire department with fire and EMS calls.
• Issue warnings and citations; investigate motor vehicle accidents; interview suspects, victims, and witnesses in the field; direct traffic as necessary; serve warrants and execute police raids.
• Prepare a variety of reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed; document reported crimes.
• Arrest and maintain custody of violators and prisoners; perform animal control duties as assigned.
• Participate in training of new Officers to ensure a good working knowledge of state laws, City codes, and department policies; oversee daily training and assist with testing and evaluation.
• Conduct public presentations on various topics including bike safety, drug abuse, home and personal security, and police equipment and procedures; conduct informational tours of the police facility.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement.
• Testify in court when necessary.
• Act as public information officer as necessary.
• Maintain or perform website content function within assigned role.
• Conduct classes and make presentations pertaining to the prevention of drug use and abuse; provide security for school district.
• Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of responsibility; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ability to work in organized team efforts and assist in problem solving work related issues for continuous improvement in work efforts.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements:

• One to two years of law enforcement experience is desirable.
• Must possess minimum POST requirements of GED or high school diploma.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Arizona POST Peace Officer Certification.
• Intoxilyzer Operator Certification and a radar license.
• Arizona Criminal Justice Information System (ACJIS) Level B certification