Lateral Police Officer

City of Vancouver; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 112,034 - 150,138; Full time

Job summary

A municipal police department in Vancouver is seeking a Lateral Police Officer. This role offers a full-time position with a competitive salary range of $7,224.00 - $9,681.00, along with a bonus of $25,000 for officers hired laterally. Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to calls, preparing reports, and conducting investigations. The firm is looking for candidates with a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and U.S. citizenship, with roles focused on community engagement and public safety.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas of the city.
• Respond to various calls and take necessary action.
• Prepare accurate reports of incidents.
• Conduct investigations and collect evidence.
• Testify in court and in administrative hearings.
• Develop community relations with various groups.

Skills

Patrolling

Report preparation

Investigative skills

Community engagement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lateral Police Officer page is loaded## Lateral Police Officertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 26-0004## **Salary Range**$7,224.00 - $9,681.00## **Job Summary**The Vancouver Police Department is currently offering a hire bonus of $25,000 for Lateral Officers. The Vancouver Police Department strives to be a full service organization with challenging opportunities in police work for individuals who are interested in providing quality law enforcement services to the public. Its officers are charged with protecting life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances including the prevention, detection and investigation of crimes and civil infractions and exercising of arresting authority. Although most assignments will be patrol, experienced officers have the opportunity for special assignments in areas such as SWAT, Traffic, Detectives, Canine, Narcotics, Gangs, and Child Abuse. This position is covered under the provisions of an agreement between the City and the Vancouver Police Officers Guild.## **Job Details****Essential Functions:*** Patrolling a designated area of the City;* Responding to a variety of calls for service involving criminal and non-criminal situations and taking necessary police action;* Preparing accurate reports;* Conducting investigations, collecting evidence and interviewing witness/suspects;* Testifying in Federal, State and local courts, and in administrative hearings;* Working in partnerships with the community to solve problems;* Developing public relation contact with civil groups, schools, businesses, neighborhood organizations and other law enforcement agencies;* Representing the police department to other city service areas, elected officials, outside agencies, and to various citizen groups;* Performing other duties required to accomplish the objectives of the position.## **Qualifications*** United States citizenship* 21 years of age* High School Diploma or its equivalent* **Required Licenses and/or Certifications*** Valid driver's licenseThe City of Vancouver requires successful completion of a thorough background investigation, and post offer psychological and medical examination, including pre-employment drug screen and a polygraph examination.## **Job Posting End Date**Open Until Filledtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago