Police Officer, Lateral

City of Idaho Falls•Idaho Falls, ID

22h

About The Position

The Idaho Falls Police Department is accepting applications and resumes from experienced police officers for lateral entry. Applicants undergo a review of their application and resume, followed, if qualified, by an oral board interview and physical fitness test. Successful candidates proceed to a background process that includes a detailed background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological examination, and physical examination. The role performs law-enforcement duties that may include patrol and traffic enforcement, responding to calls for service, investigating criminal activity and traffic accidents, preparing reports, presenting evidence and testimony, operating police vehicles and equipment, and engaging with the community. Depending on assignment, duties may also involve crime prevention and school programs, community outreach, school or campus resource work, K-9 operations, investigations, specialized services, or airport security. The position performs related duties as required. Lateral pay is listed by years of service: 2 years, $30.45; 3 years, $31.46; 4 years, $32.03; 5 years, $33.41; 6 years, $34.52; 7 years, $35.67; 8 years, $36.70; 9 years, $37.16; and 10 years, $37.60. The posting does not specify the pay period. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, and life coverage, as well as retirement benefits through PERSI, a defined benefit plan.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen or a resident alien legally authorized to work in the United States.
Must be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment.
High school graduation or GED/equivalent, and current Police Officer certification.
At least two years of police-officer experience, which may include one year as a probationary officer.
Must be eligible to acquire and maintain Idaho POST peace officer certification.
Must possess a valid Idaho driver's license or be able to obtain one within six months of hire; the posting also states a valid Idaho driver's license must be possessed or obtained by the appointment date.
Applicants with Idaho law-enforcement service must have at least two cumulative years of uniformed patrol as a commissioned, POST-certified officer and validated evidence of successful completion of a related training academy certified by an appropriate state, federal, or local regulatory or oversight agency.
Applicants with out-of-state service must have served in a city with a population of at least 30,000 or in a city within a metropolitan area with a population of at least 60,000, and must have at least two cumulative years of uniformed patrol as a commissioned law-enforcement officer (POST-certified or equivalent) plus validated evidence of successful completion of a related certified training academy.
Knowledge of modern law-enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment; applicable laws, ordinances, and departmental rules; NCIC and UCR/IBR codes and their application; arrest methods and legal liabilities; emergency-vehicle procedures; specialized law-enforcement equipment; hazardous-waste classifications and emergency procedures; investigative practices; and courtroom procedures and rules of evidence.
Advanced skill in firearms, non-lethal weapons, police and emergency vehicle operation, emergency equipment, and equipment that may include breath-test devices, radar units, and restraining devices.
Ability to react effectively in emergency and stressful situations; use initiative and problem-solving; follow law-enforcement safety practices; perform work requiring good physical condition; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Varying shift work is required.

Nice To Haves

May be required to be or become NASRO certified.

Responsibilities

Enforce applicable city and state laws and ordinances by apprehending, citing, and arresting violators as appropriate.
Investigate criminal activity and traffic accidents; gather evidence; interview victims, witnesses, and suspects; and take appropriate action to resolve cases and bring suspects into the judicial process.
Respond to calls for service and aid distressed citizens by maintaining the peace, providing information, and assisting as appropriate.
Enforce traffic and parking laws, direct traffic, assist motorists, serve warrants and legal documents, and maintain records of their disposition.
Complete accurate reports of daily activities, criminal cases, arrests, traffic accidents, and other cases; present evidence and testimony in court and other hearings as required.
Operate police vehicles and department equipment safely and in a manner that maximizes their useful life; maintain a visible presence, check building security, and look for illegal activity.
Conduct public relations and community education, represent the department at meetings and schools, and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
Depending on assignment, deliver school programs and presentations addressing safety, drugs, alcohol, gangs, truancy, violence, theft, vandalism, trespassing, and traffic; educate youth and school participants about law enforcement practices and specialized equipment.
Educate the public through community efforts and prevention programs, including domestic violence and child abuse prevention; give public speeches, conduct liquor compliance checks, and train workers who serve alcohol.
Depending on assignment, provide school or campus resource services, enforce laws on or off school property, monitor student activities, investigate juvenile cases, advise students, parents, and school officials, and make arrests as needed.
Depending on assignment, work with and train a police canine, maintain canine training and duty records, care for the animal, and maintain the dog, kennel, and police vehicle.
Conduct initial or assigned investigations, follow up on cases, research leads and criminal histories, investigate financial crimes and illegal drugs, and assist with or handle major felony investigations as assigned.
Depending on assignment, provide specialized department services such as bomb technology, drug expertise, forensic or crime-scene analysis, SWAT, or sniper duties.
Depending on assignment, conduct airport law-enforcement and security patrols, monitor airport facilities, and prepare reports and records in accordance with applicable requirements.
Perform related duties as required.