Police Officer

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska•Macy, NE

9d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This is general police work involving active engagement with the community to identify potential problems and solutions that improve quality of life on the Omaha Reservation. The position enforces applicable Tribal and Federal ordinances, statutes, and laws, and may involve crime prevention, investigation and detection, protection of life and property, traffic control, and maintaining law and order. Officers interact with people of all ages and with individuals across the criminal justice system. The work may present personal danger and requires officers to act without direct supervision when necessary. Officers receive direction from the Chief of Police and carry out assignments in accordance with established operating procedures. Officers patrol assigned areas, respond to emergencies and calls for service, investigate crimes and accidents, make arrests, preserve evidence, prepare reports, and testify in court. They support public safety through traffic enforcement, crowd and scene control, community relations, assistance to people in need, and continual law-enforcement training. Hours are ordinarily established by a supervisor, but officers may be required to return to duty for special needs or emergencies.

Requirements

At minimum, a high school diploma or GED.
The posting lists one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have or be able to obtain BIA or State Police Officer certification.
Must possess a license and the ability to use various specialized weapons for police work.
Must possess or pass a test for valid Standard First Aid Certification.
Must have a valid Nebraska driver's license and be insurable.
Must be willing to submit to and pass psychological, drug and alcohol, polygraph, and/or background testing or investigation, either before or after a job offer.
Must meet the stated criminal-conviction eligibility requirements: no disqualifying conviction for an offense punishable by imprisonment for one year or more, subject to the stated exceptions for pardon or reversal/overturning by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Must be able to pass a T.A.B.E. test.
Must be able to complete and pass the physical agility course designed for Police Officer candidates and confront potentially dangerous situations.
Must remain calm and work effectively under stress, maintain awareness at emergency scenes, rapidly assess relevant information, and respond calmly.
Must demonstrate reading comprehension, basic writing, effective verbal and written communication, listening, empathy, sound judgment, logical decision-making, investigative aptitude, alertness, observation, and memory.
Must be able to work under close or minimal supervision, follow the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics, apply training, and provide quality police service to the Omaha Native American community.
Must be able to maintain and operate firearms and operate a motor vehicle in varied weather conditions, including snow, ice, rain, and fog.
Must be able to complete assignments and reports accurately, clearly, and in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Associate's degree (A.A. in Criminal Justice) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Exercise authority consistent with the obligations imposed by the oath of office and obey legitimate orders.
Patrol assigned areas of the Omaha Reservation by vehicle or on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or horse to enforce laws, investigate crimes, arrest violators, and protect the public.
Observe and investigate disturbances, unlawful intrusions, fines, property damage, and other suspected offenses; apprehend unauthorized persons when appropriate.
Respond to emergency calls, including domestic and civil complaints, child abuse, robberies, traffic accidents, crimes in progress, and other situations requiring police action; provide backup and help protect officers in danger.
Conduct interviews and interrogations to obtain information about complaints, missing persons, emergencies, and criminal offenses; identify suspects and determine probable cause.
Conduct preliminary investigations at crime scenes, control access, secure and isolate scenes, and locate, collect, label, and safeguard evidence.
Assume control at accidents, maintain traffic flow, assist victims, investigate causes, and transport victims to local hospitals in extreme emergencies.
Protect Tribal property and local businesses by detecting vandalism, theft, shoplifting, or dishonesty among employees or patrons.
Contact a supervisor by radio or telephone to report irregularities and obtain instructions.
Respond punctually to assigned patrol districts to protect life and property, prevent and suppress criminal activity and disturbances, recover lost or stolen property, apprehend offenders, prevent accidents, regulate traffic, and preserve peace.
File complaints, locate and take people into custody on arrest warrants, serve subpoenas and summons, keep records of dispositions, and appear in court to present evidence and testify.
Enforce juvenile curfew, traffic and parking regulations, and applicable vehicle codes; conduct traffic stops and inspections, issue warnings or tickets, explain their reasons and consequences, assess drivers’ ability to operate vehicles, and use radar to identify speeding vehicles.
Administer roadside sobriety tests, arrest intoxicated drivers, and complete chemical analysis requests in DUI cases.
Make arrests, restrain suspects or prisoners using prescribed methods, and provide accurate information about their rights, duties, and privileges.
Prepare and file or forward activity logs, daily reports, arrest reports, and reports concerning crimes against persons or property and criminal intelligence matters.
Determine probable cause to arrest or search, prepare affidavits, and serve authorized warrants.
Establish police lines at fire and crime scenes, control vehicles and crowds, restrict access to authorized persons, and direct traffic to facilitate safe vehicle and pedestrian flow.
Participate in dispersing unruly gatherings.
Stand inspection and inspect equipment; service personal firearms.
Engage with schools and community groups, participate in departmental community-relations programs and D.A.R.E., and help citizens form neighborhood watch groups.
Assist people who are lost, stranded, or otherwise in need of assistance.
Complete continual law-enforcement training as mandated by the department and perform other related duties as assigned or as circumstances require.
Work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays, and return to duty when required for special needs or emergencies.