Community-Impact Patrol Officer

City of Idaho Falls

Fallbrook (CA)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 59,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
Retirement plan
Paid time off

Job summary

The City of Idaho Falls is seeking qualified candidates for the Police Officer role. This listing gathers ongoing applicants after successful written and physical agility testing.

The Idaho Falls Police Department uses PublicSafetyTesting.com for testing and invites you to contact PoliceRecruitment@idahofalls.gov for test dates. As a Police Officer, you will patrol, enforce laws, investigate crimes, and participate in community safety programs while maintaining professional conduct and reporting

Qualifications

  • United States citizenship (POST Certification requirement)
  • 21 years of age by hire date
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • A valid driver's license
  • Ability to pass all testing requirements (written exam and physical agility)
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • POST certification within one year of employment
  • Background, medical, polygraph and psych examinations required

Responsibilities

  • Patrol and traffic enforcement; apprehend, cite and arrest violators as appropriate
  • Investigate criminal activity; gather evidence, interview victims, witnesses and suspects
  • Prepare detailed reports of daily activities and present evidence in court
  • Operate police vehicle and department equipment safely and effectively
  • Engage in public relations and speak at public meetings and school events
  • Assist in investigations major cases and drug/violence related offenses
  • Perform specialized duties and community safety programs

Skills

Good written and oral communication
Ability to work with limited.supervis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Idaho Falls is seeking qualified candidates for the Police Officer role. This listing gathers ongoing applicants after successful written and physical agility testing.

The Idaho Falls Police Department uses PublicSafetyTesting.com for testing and invites you to contact PoliceRecruitment@idahofalls.gov for test dates. As a Police Officer, you will patrol, enforce laws, investigate crimes, and participate in community safety programs while maintaining professional conduct and reporting

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