Police Officer I (Recruit) - PO-05

County of Hawai`i•Island-wide, HI

73d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of law enforcement, crime prevention, investigative, or other specialized duties as a trainee police officer; attends police classes and receives intensive training in the principles, practices, procedures, and techniques of police work; and performs other related duties as required. Police Officer I (Recruit) positions may be eligible to receive a $1,000.00 Recruitment Incentive. Conditions apply. Police Officer I (Recruit) applicants may apply only once within six (6) months from initial application and may reapply after six (6) months. Special Working Conditions: Irregular hours, shift and weekend work, and exposure to hazards as required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent (GED or HiSET)
20 years of age at time of filing, (at least 21 years of age by the time of graduation from the Police Academy)
Possession of a valid State of Hawai`i Driver's License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver's license at time of filing.
Must be qualified to carry and/or possess firearm or ammunition in accordance with state and federal laws, e.g., no misdemeanor or felony domestic violence conviction.
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, and word usage.
Ability to learn and explain laws, ordinances, and regulations.
Ability to learn police principles, practices, methods, and techniques.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to deal courteously but firmly with the general public.
Ability to learn the geography of the County of Hawai'i and the economic, social, and racial composition of the community.
Ability to keep records and prepare simple reports.
Ability to operate various office and other equipment and appliances.
Must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Have a correct ratio of weight to height.
Possess good eyesight and good physical condition and agility according to standards set by the County of Hawai'i.
Distant Vision - 20/20 binocular vision, with or without correction.
Vision correction by soft contact lenses: Soft contact lens wearers must have 20/200 or better binocular vision before correction, corrected to 20/20.
Vision correction by other than soft contact lenses (e.g., glasses, hard contact lenses, semi-rigid contact lenses): Wearers must have 20/40 or better binocular vision before correction, corrected to 20/20.
Complete an obstacle course in 70.00 seconds or less.
Completion of a Personal History Questionnaire.
Pass a pre-entry medical examination with the County Physician.
Pass a drug screening test.
Pass a credit check history check.
Pass a physical agility test.
Pass a polygraph examination administered by a licensed polygrapher.
Pass written psychological testing.
Pass personal assessment by psychologist.
Pass formal panel interview with staff of the Hawai'i Police Department.
Successfully complete 6 months of classroom training at the Hawai'i Police Department in Hilo, Hawai'i.
Be prepared to perform bursts of push-ups and sit-ups throughout each day during the first week of training.
Participate in various physical activities to show overall physical ability to handle rigorous demands of the job.
Participate in other physical activities which help to build strength and endurance that is used in many of the use of force classes.
Pass a physical fitness assessment program by completion of the classroom training.
Successfully complete Arrest Control Techniques Training, Wooden Baton Training, Electronic Control Device Training, ASP Baton Training, and Pepper Spray Training.
Pass personal appearance and grooming, as noted in the Hawai'i Police Department General Orders, with inspections conducted daily, as determined by the recruit supervisors.
Successfully completing the Field Training Officer program.
Complete the initial probationary period for a Police Officer I (police recruit) which is 12 months.

Nice To Haves

If selected, applicants must provide certification to the County Physician from an ophthalmologist/optometrist that he/she has successfully worn soft contact lenses for the past 3 months.
Applicants who fail their first attempt between 70.01 and 75.00 seconds will receive an application packet to begin the initial screening process. However, if they fail the re-take test, they will need to re-apply in 6 months.
Veterans applying for veteran's preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

Responsibilities

Attends classes and receives instruction and training in various phases of police work and in a wide range of subject matter areas.
Receives on-the-job training by accompanying experienced police officers on foot and motor patrols.
Performs a variety of law enforcement duties under supervision of a senior officer such as walking a beat, controlling traffic, enforcing traffic laws, assisting in traffic and criminal investigations and similar activities.
Makes arrests and assists in interviewing witnesses, victims, and suspects or other suspicious characters.
Assists in safeguarding persons and property.
Renders first aid as required.
Serves warrants, subpoenas, and penal summonses.
Assists in transporting prisoners.
Prepares and assists in preparing reports of activities.
May testify in court.
Familiarizes self with general and special orders, administrative notices, police bulletins, and other materials.
Qualifies with small side arms.
May act in an undercover capacity.
Receives handcuffed prisoners, conducts skin searches, inventories property, and maintains physical control of prisoners.
Completes booking, disposition of arrest, and court action forms; posts and maintains logs and files.
Fingerprints, photographs, examines, and completes intake forms for prisoners.
Obtains, serves, and prepares food for in-custody prisoners or detainees.
Monitors detainees' movements by video surveillance or direct observations including immediate supervision for personality disorders.
Operates the electronic door accesses; handles walk-in complaints.
Interrogates and interviews suspects and witnesses involved.
Counsels juvenile offenders and parents and makes referrals to social agencies as appropriate.
Testifies in court.
Familiarizes self with crime conditions and records information for follow-ups and investigations.
Transports, escorts, and maintains security and control of detainees outside of the detention facilities, e.g., court, medical treatment, airline travel, etc. and other authorized movements.
Remains in court with detainee until proper disposition is rendered.
Releases detainees in accordance with authorized instruction; processes return of personal property.
Handles bail collections, bail returns, and the transporting of documents to court.
Assists medical staff with rendering temporary treatment prescribed by licensed physicians and maintains medication.
Receives, briefs, and, if necessary, searches visitors; inspects and searches cellblocks, facilities, visitor room, transport vehicles, etc., for contraband.
Prohibits unauthorized contacts with detainees while outside the facilities; makes arrest and enforces laws, where applicable, in maintaining the control of detainees and preventing an escape from custody.
Prepares reports as required.
Answers inquiries on prisoner custody and bail amounts, relays telephone messages, and makes referrals to proper personnel.
Responsible for the cleanliness and decontamination of cells, corridors, adjoining rooms, transport vans, belly chains, and other equipment used for detention and transport purposes.
Pass weekly examinations in classroom on all subjects presented.
Note-taking and report writing in a designated format will be required during all phases of instruction.
Successful completion of a proficiency examination in the Police Combat Pistol Course.
Successful completion of a proficiency examination with the standard police shotgun.
Pass a physical fitness assessment program by completion of the classroom training.
Successful completion of Arrest Control Techniques Training, Wooden Baton Training, Electronic Control Device Training, ASP Baton Training, and Pepper Spray Training.
Pass personal appearance and grooming, as noted in the Hawai'i Police Department General Orders, with inspections conducted daily, as determined by the recruit supervisors.
Other requirements, as specified by the Hawai'i Police Department.
Work under the supervision of rotating Field Training Officers for 4 months in an assigned district.
Upon successfully completing the Field Training Officer program, the Police recruits will be assigned to work independently in a district.

Benefits

Recruitment Incentive: $1,000.00 (Conditions apply)
Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours.
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan.
Deferred Compensation: Voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.