2027 Academy ]

Municipality of Anchorage•Anchorage, AK

6h•$35•Onsite

About The Position

This announcement is for Police Officer Recruits. Applicants who are successful in the testing and selection process may be added to the eligibility list to be considered for positions that become available in the future. Selected hires will advance to a sworn Police Officer after the successful completion of the Police Academy. The Anchorage Police Department Employees Association (APDEA) represents this position, and it is subject to the terms of the current contract between the Municipality of Anchorage and the APDEA. The academy start date is 07/06/2027. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, as the Municipality of Anchorage cannot provide sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be a citizen or US National of the USA by date of hire.
Must be at least 21 years old by date of hire.
Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license at date of hire.
Must meet Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) and Anchorage Police Department (APD) standards regarding misdemeanor and/or felony convictions, traffic violations and use of controlled substances at time of hire.
No felony convictions after reaching the age of 18.
No marijuana use within the past one (1) year.
Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check at time of hire.
Unquestionable character and integrity.
Free of cultural and ethnic bias.
Strong ethical code in both personal and professional life.
Desire to diligently protect and serve the community through courage, compassion and respect.
Personal conduct above reproach.
Pass the entry level Police test by I/O Solutions with a minimum passing score of 70%.
Successfully complete the Job Task Simulation Test (JTST) in 3 minutes and 36 seconds.
Successfully complete a Preliminary Interview.
Successfully complete Background Investigations.
Successfully complete a Psychological Assessment (written exam and interview).
Successfully complete a Polygraph Examination.
Pass a Medical examination, including normal color discrimination, normal binocular coordination, normal peripheral vision, and corrected visual acuity of 20/30 or better in each eye.
Satisfactory drug screen result.
Valid State of Alaska Driver's License and satisfactory Driving Record.
Submission of a current (dated within 30 days from the date requested) copy of the applicant's Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Driving Record.
Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) and FBI National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to obtain APSC certification within 13 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference must attach a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran, showing an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge.
Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference must attach proof of current service.

Responsibilities

Maintain order, enforce codes and ordinances, and identify and apprehend violators within the Municipality of Anchorage.
Respond to complaints and requests for police assistance and intervene in various situations.
Promote safety and wellbeing through the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws.
Conduct preliminary investigations, collect and preserve evidence.
Coordinate with other agencies, maintain records and daily reports.
Prepare cases for court testimony and testify in court as required.
Perform other required duties as assigned.
Enforce traffic regulations, direct traffic, investigate collisions, and complete detailed collision reports.
Perform a variety of crime prevention and enforcement duties as assigned.
Use of firearms, driving emergency vehicles, handcuffing prisoners, administering first aid, rescue operations, lifting and carrying 0-70 lbs, directing traffic, subdue prisoners, pursue suspects, walking-lateral mobility, walking over rough terrain, bending, stooping, crouching, sitting, standing, standing for long periods, kneeling, twisting body, pushing, pulling, running, sense of touch, reaching, gripping hands and fingers, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, hearing alarms, hearing voice conversation, color identification, close vision, far vision, side vision-depth perception, night vision, maintaining balance, finger dexterity, speaking English, physically control combative and disruptive persons.

Benefits

Educational pay benefits of 4% for an Associate's Degree after successful completion of probation.
Educational pay benefits of 8% for a Bachelor's Degree after successful completion of probation.

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume