Patrol & Community Safety Officer

North Slope Borough; Alaska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough Police Department seeks a dedicated officer to patrol assigned areas, enforce laws, and respond to emergencies across Alaska. You will interview victims, suspects, witnesses; process prisoners; and participate in community policing initiatives.

Required are a high school diploma or GED and Alaska Police Standards Council certification within 12 months, plus a valid Alaska driver’s license. You may work in diverse communities and on a variety of patrol duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as Police Officer by the Alaska Police Standards Council within 12 months of appointment.
• Valid Alaska driver's license; ability to obtain Borough-insurance-compliant license within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas and provide security; operate patrol vehicles.
• Enforce local, state, and Borough laws; arrest violators and transport prisoners.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls; collect evidence and complete reports.
• Testify in court; represent the Borough at hearings; coordinate with other agencies.
• Attend trainings and participate in community policing activities.
• Maintain patrol vehicles and equipment; interact with diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Interacting with diverse populations

Decision making under pressure

Calm under stress

Safety and security awareness

Education

High School/GED

Alaska Police Standards Council certification within 1 year

Tools

Firearms

Two-way radios

Cameras

Radar units

Pepper spray

Biological/chemical analysis kits

Vehicle fleet (patrol vehicles, snowmobiles)

Job description

North Slope Borough Police Department seeks a dedicated officer to patrol assigned areas, enforce laws, and respond to emergencies across Alaska. You will interview victims, suspects, witnesses; process prisoners; and participate in community policing initiatives.

Required are a high school diploma or GED and Alaska Police Standards Council certification within 12 months, plus a valid Alaska driver’s license. You may work in diverse communities and on a variety of patrol duties.