PD4 Police Officer Lateral

TOWN OF CHINO VALLEY • Chino Valley, AZ

39d

About The Position

Under general supervision, serves and patrols the Town on an assigned shift in the enforcement of local, county, state and federal laws.

Requirements

• 21 years of age (Must be 21 prior to graduating from the Academy)
• Possess Valid Driver's License
• U.S. Citizen
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Background Suitable for Employment as a Police Officer
• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of the Police Academy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• POST certification.
• Possession of a valid State of Arizona driver’s license.
• Police Department general orders, policies and procedures.
• Town, county, state and federal laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols.
• Law enforcement principles, practices, procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Principles and practices of investigative and interrogative procedures, techniques and protocols.
• Uses and applications of personal computers and various software applications.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Town staff, Council members, various external organizations and individuals and the general public.
• Work effectively with other law enforcement agencies and organizations.
• Apply law enforcement principles, practices and procedures to solve cases.
• Administer laws and regulations, make decisions, maintain composure, and work effectively under stressful conditions.
• Evaluate facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operate a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Effectively use firearms and operate law enforcement vehicles.
• Required to pass Arizona POST background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas; answers call regarding domestic disputes, intoxication, child molestations, sexual assaults, burglaries, thefts, deceased persons, local school issues and neighborhood disputes.
• Performs traffic enforcement, including collision investigations; apprehends persons for arrest.
• Writes reports; performs evidence collection; stores evidence and property; processes audio and video evidence.
• Provides testimony in formal court proceedings.
• Participates in formal investigations.
• Performs public relations; talks with citizens, business owners and school children while on patrol.
• Performs special assignments as needed.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Town by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Supports the relationship between the Town and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors and Town staff; enthusiastically promotes the Town’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Health & Dental Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation & Holiday
• Uniform Allowance
• Pension Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED