Police Officer

Omaha Tribe of Nebraska•Macy, NE

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 role 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 work with people of all ages and may encounter all levels of criminal activity. The work carries potential 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, collect and safeguard evidence, prepare reports, and appear in court. They provide assistance to community members, support community relations and crime-prevention programs, and enforce traffic, parking, and juvenile curfew regulations. Officers must be available to return to duty for special needs or emergencies and must be able to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays. The minimum education requirement is a high school diploma or GED. Applicants must have or be able to obtain BIA or State Police Officer certification, hold a valid Nebraska driver's license and be insurable, and meet the listed testing, background, and physical ability requirements. An associate's degree in Criminal Justice or equivalent, or related experience and training, is preferred.

Requirements

At minimum, a high school diploma or GED.
Must have or be able to obtain BIA or State Police Officer certification.
Must possess a valid Nebraska driver's license and be insurable.
Must possess or pass a test for valid Standard First Aid Certification.
Must be willing to submit to and pass a psychological test, drug and alcohol test, polygraph test, and/or background investigation.
Must be able to pass a T.A.B.E. test.
Must meet the stated criminal conviction eligibility criteria.
Must be able to pass a 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 be able to work varying shifts, weekends, and holidays, and return to duty when required for special needs or emergencies.
Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondence; write simple correspondence and clear, concise reports; and communicate effectively with community members, department personnel, and other agencies.
Must be able to apply common sense, make logical decisions under pressure, use good judgment, and perform duties under close or minimal supervision.
Must be able to maintain alertness, observational skills, and memory recollection; demonstrate self-confidence, self-reliance, emotional stability, courage, integrity, and high moral standards; and adhere to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
Must be able to maintain and operate firearms and operate a motor vehicle in varied weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas of the Omaha Reservation to enforce laws, investigate crimes, and arrest violators.
Observe and investigate disturbances, unlawful intrusions, fines, and property damage while patrolling by vehicle or on foot, motorcycle, bicycle, or horse.
Respond to emergency calls and other requests for police action, including domestic and civil complaints, child abuse, robberies, and traffic accidents.
Back up officers responding to crimes in progress and help protect officers in danger.
Interview complainants, witnesses, victims, and suspects; gather information about complaints, missing persons, emergencies, and criminal offenses; and conduct interrogations to determine probable cause.
Conduct preliminary crime-scene investigations, secure scenes, keep onlookers at a safe distance, and locate, collect, label, and safeguard evidence.
Identify suspects, determine probable cause to arrest or search, make arrests, take people into custody on warrants, and prepare affidavits and serve authorized warrants.
Write case reports, activity logs, daily reports, arrest reports, and other required records, and file or forward them to the appropriate divisions or agencies.
File complaints against suspects, testify in court, present evidence, serve subpoenas and summons, and maintain records of dispositions.
Control traffic at accidents, investigate accident causes, assist victims, and transport victims to local hospitals in extreme emergencies.
Enforce traffic and parking regulations by making stops, checking licenses and registrations, issuing warnings or citations, and explaining their reasons and consequences.
Operate radar to identify speeding vehicles; administer roadside sobriety tests; arrest intoxicated drivers; and complete chemical analysis requests in DUI cases.
Establish police lines at fire and crime scenes, control vehicles and crowds, and direct traffic to facilitate safe vehicle and pedestrian flow.
Protect Tribal and local business property by detecting vandalism, theft, shoplifting, or dishonesty, and conduct checks on own initiative or at management's request.
Enforce juvenile curfew and help disperse unruly gatherings.
Promote community relations, interact with schools and community groups, participate in departmental programs including D.A.R.E., and help citizens form neighborhood watch groups.
Assist people who are lost, stranded, or otherwise in need of assistance.
Attend continual law-enforcement training, stand inspections, inspect equipment, and service personal firearms.
Promptly obey legitimate orders and contact a supervisor by radio or telephone to report irregularities and obtain instructions.
Perform other related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates within the scope of the classification.