Community-Policing Police Officer

Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska; Nebraska; On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Job summary

The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska seeks a Police Officer to enforce laws, reduce crime, and support the Office of Justice Services. The role involves patrols, investigations, traffic control, and collaboration with tribal, state, and federal agencies.

Candidates must meet certification requirements, pass background checks, and maintain medical and firearms credentials. The job offers full-time hours, a BIA/OJS setting, and paid benefits.

Qualifications

• Certified Law Enforcement Candidates preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must not have felony or serious misdemeanor convictions or arrests on record.
• No DUI convictions within the last 5 years.
• No domestic violence convictions and/or history of domestic or family violence arrests and/or protection orders.
• Must be of good moral and ethical character with the highest professionalism.
• Must have basic knowledge of radio procedures and the ability to operate radio equipment.
• Must acquire and retain law enforcement officer certification as a condition of employment.
• Must acquire and retain first-aid and CPR certification as well as operational knowledge of first-aid equipment.
• Must be proficient in a variety of computer software programs and have basic operating knowledge of a variety of computers and office equipment.
• Must have the ability to handle situations and people with tact, courtesy, respect and objectivity.
• Must possess knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
• Abide by all policies/procedures of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and the BIA/OJS.
• Must attend training to become or sustain law enforcement certification.
• Will maintain law and order within the area of assignment by patrolling and investigating suspicious activity.
• Will work with law enforcement personnel to address community concerns and evaluate input for issue resolution.
• Organize community forums and provide community orientation on law enforcement programs.
• Develop and implement community and law enforcement programs as directed by the Chain of Command.
• Assist tribal programs and tribal court on follow-up of court cases as requested.
• Respond to calls concerning felonies and misdemeanors under Tribal, State, Federal and local laws.
• Respond to emergencies such as traffic accidents, confrontations, and disorderly conduct.
• Administer first-aid, NARCAN and/or CPR when necessary.
• Determine necessary action where serious crime or personal injury occurs and coordinate with authorities.
• Perform duties related to radar on high traffic roadways and traffic/crowd control at events.
• Operate breath analyzers and related equipment as needed.
• Make arrests and present suspects to appropriate authorities for booking or charging.
• Testify as an expert witness in local, Tribal, State and Federal court as required.
• Prepare statistical reports and submit narratives as needed.
• Enforce laws related to controlled substances and other regulations.

Skills

Certified Law Enforcement Candidate

Valid driver’s license

No felony convictions

No DUI convictions (last 5 years)

No domestic violence convictions

Good moral character

Radio procedures knowledge

Law enforcement certification

First-aid & CPR certification

Proficiency with computer software

Knowledge of law enforcement methods

Firearms certification

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

College Degree preferred

Job description

The Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska seeks a Police Officer to enforce laws, reduce crime, and support the Office of Justice Services. The role involves patrols, investigations, traffic control, and collaboration with tribal, state, and federal agencies.

Candidates must meet certification requirements, pass background checks, and maintain medical and firearms credentials. The job offers full-time hours, a BIA/OJS setting, and paid benefits.