Police Recruit

City of Goodyear•Goodyear, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position patrols designated areas, enforces state laws and City ordinances, responds to emergency situations, educates the public regarding safety and security, and performs administrative duties. The ideal candidate will possess the following: A strong moral compass and commitment to ethical behavior. Ability to articulate clearly and listen effectively to a wide range of people. Strong judgment making skills for assessing situations and making sound decisions quickly. Understanding and compassion for others, especially in difficult situations. Good physical condition to meet the demands of the job. Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners. Flexibility in adapting to new procedures, schedules, assignments, technologies, and community needs. A commitment to community service and building positive relationships with the public. At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals who will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career-building. You will thrive in a culture of innovation.

Requirements

All applicants must be 21 years of age by graduation of the academy; a citizen of the United States; have a valid Driver's License; and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Applicants must be able to pass required tests outlined below and a thorough background examination which includes a polygraph, psychological examination, medical examination, and drug screening.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
All applicants must be 21 years of age by graduation of the academy; a citizen of the United States; and have a valid Driver's License.
Applicants must be able to pass required tests outlined and a thorough background examination which includes a polygraph, psychological examination, medical examination, and drug screening.
Work requires the ability to read general correspondence, memorandums, letters, legal documents, and reports.
Work requires the ability to perform algebra and general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Work requires the ability to write general correspondence, letters, citations, and police reports.

Nice To Haves

A strong moral compass and commitment to ethical behavior.
Ability to articulate clearly and listen effectively to a wide range of people.
Strong judgment making skills for assessing situations and making sound decisions quickly.
Understanding and compassion for others, especially in difficult situations.
Good physical condition to meet the demands of the job.
Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners.
Flexibility in adapting to new procedures, schedules, assignments, technologies, and community needs.
A commitment to community service and building positive relationships with the public.
Managerial responsibilities include regulating caseloads and course schedules.
Most officers are responsible for managing a specialty area, such as code enforcement, alarm ordinance, gang member tracking, etc.
The employee prepares documents and does research to justify language used in documents for a unit of a department and may recommend budget allocations.
Work involves choices of action within limits set by standard practices and procedures. Professional judgment is required to apply the proper course of action.
The employee(s) in this position contact others within the organization. These contacts may involve similar work units or departments within the City which may be involved in decision making or providing approval or decision-making authority for purchases or projects. In addition, these employees work with individuals outside the City who may belong to professional or peer organizations. Working with various state and federal agencies may also be required of the employee. Vendors and suppliers may also be called upon for information on purchases, supplies or products. Meetings and discussions may be conducted with customers, brokers and sales representatives.
Successfully complete a minimum of 14-week Field Training Program, which consists of demonstrating the ability to:
Successful completion from a law enforcement training academy
Write clear, concise, and accurate reports as evidenced by supervisory review and approval.
Learn the geography of the City of Goodyear by displaying an efficient response to calls for service.
Learn and interpret laws, department policies and procedures, and City policies, together with the ability to use good judgment in its application as demonstrated in report writing and in citizen contact.
Develop skill and display proficiency in the use of firearms as evidenced through training exercised.
Deal with the public in a professional and community-oriented manner.
Recollect names, faces and details on incidents in order to testify effectively in a court of law.
Analyze situations and adopt a quick, effective and reasonable course of action under stressful situations as displayed in practical and training exercises.
Issue appropriate parking, traffic, and criminal citations as demonstrated by properly completing the citations.
Work effectively with fellow employees and supervisors by practicing good communication, support, and teamwork.
Maintain a clean and pressed uniform as well as high standard of personal hygiene, as directed by department policy.
Operate patrol vehicles in a safe, efficient manner by having no accidents, and practicing good driving habits.
Successfully complete expectations of a police officer at 3-month, 6-month, and 12-month reviews.

Responsibilities

Performs patrol duties by traveling through designated areas, searching for suspicious, hazardous or criminal activity, field interviewing suspected offenders, and making arrests.
Responds to both routine and emergency calls including hazardous materials incidents by contacting the reporting person and witnesses, and determining the nature of call and action to be taken.
Follows up on calls by locating suspects, victims, and witnesses, processing and booking suspects, completing report of the incident, submitting report to prosecutor and appearing in court.
Educates the community by teaching classes at schools, conducting block watch meetings, making public presentations, and answering inquiries regarding legal and safety issues.
Performs administrative duties by proposing, writing, and reviewing departmental policy, completing statistical reports, training officers, and participating in department/City process improvement teams.