Lateral Police Officer

City of Boise; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

The City of Boise is looking for highly motivated lateral police officers with unwavering integrity, strong moral character and who represent diversity in thought and experiences. The Boise Police Department values its reputation as a premier agency that earns the public’s trust through community partnerships and commitment to making the city safe for all residents. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, possess good interpersonal skills, common sense, and the ability to problem-solve.

THE CITY OF BOISE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING LATERAL POLICE OFFICER APPLICATIONS FOR 2024.

(ANTICIPATING JANUARY AND JULY ACADEMIES)

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify as a lateral transfer you must:

1. Be a citizen of the United States
2. Be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire
3. Have held a full-time, sworn, certified law enforcement officer position with an Idaho P.O.S.T. Basic Patrol Officer Certificate or greater/equivalent within the last five years
4. Be in good standing with current/most recent department(s)

Automatic Disqualifiers

Applicants must not:

1. Have used marijuana within the past 1 year or while employed as a law enforcement officer
2. Have used any other controlled substances within the past 5 years or while employed as a law enforcement officer
3. Have any felony convictions over the age of 18
4. Have received any DUIs in the last 2 years
5. Have received 2 DUIs in the last 5 years
6. Have received more than 5 traffic violations in the last 3 years

Compensation

The Boise Police Department offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package for incoming recruits. You can see the complete wages and benefits for new hires, specialties, and more laid out in our current BPD Union Contract.

Hiring Process for 2024 Lateral Academy

Date

1. January 22st
2. April 15th

Recruitment Timeline

1. Physical Readiness Test
2. Oral Board Interview
3. Background and Polygraph Testing (REQUIRED)
4. Final Onboarding Appointments (REQUIRED)
5. Final Offers
6. Anticipated Academy Start Date: July 17

The City of Boise Police Department periodically offers voluntary prep sessions for both written and oral evaluations. Please see our website for more information.

Responsibilities

Provides information and assistance to motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians regarding traffic violations, traffic issues, and relevant issues as required. Patrols an assigned area with the goal of preventing traffic violations and accidents. Aids persons in trouble and makes referrals to other agencies as appropriate. Issues warnings and/or citations for nonmoving and moving violations. Conducts traffic stops, performs appropriate field tests on citizens suspected of Driving Under the Influence (DUI), searches vehicles, and arrests suspects based on probable cause. (40%)

Responds to reports of suspected violations in-progress and general calls for services such as burglar alarms, armed robberies, assaults and batteries, disturbance of the peace, mental health crisis, and other issues as they arise. Identifies issues upon arriving on scene, and takes appropriate actions such as mediating disputes, securing crime scenes, gathering evidence, etc. Interview available victims, witnesses and suspects. Handles and assists with criminal investigations. (25%)

Initiates, performs, and assists with probable-cause arrests in compliance with all city, state, and federal standards. Responds to, assists with, and/or otherwise notifies proper authorities of emergencies, immediate public safety issues, and related incidents as they occur. (20%)

Assumes command responsibility for conduct and effectiveness of patrol officers and other specialists when acting as the Field Commander in the absence of a Sergeant. Responds to calls and assists officers in particularly difficult or hazardous assignments. Ensures appropriate emergency and related agencies have been notified of issues as required. Reviews reports for compliance with departmental standards. Maintains positive rapport with prosecutors, courts, witnesses, victims, and related staff. Provides court testimony, depositions, and related case management support as required. (15%)

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

1. Must be 21 years of age by date of hire
2. Have held a full-time, sworn, certified law enforcement officer position with an Idaho P.O.S.T. Basic Patrol Officer Certificate or greater/equivalent within the last 5 years
3. Possess a current Basic (or greater) POST certification for patrol or equivalent
4. Be in good standing with current and/or previous department
5. Include a cover letter and resume with application

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and frequently lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and frequently pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes the sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, run, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, or other airborne matter. Employees work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids, and chemicals.

This position works: assigned shifts may include holidays, swing and/or graveyard, on-call, overtime, and call-back, as needed.