Police Officer

North Slope Borough; Alaska; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

North Slope Borough seeks a Police Officer to patrol assigned areas, enforce laws, and respond to emergencies. You will interrogate witnesses, collect evidence, and testify in court as needed, while maintaining patrol vehicles and equipment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Alaska police certification within one year, a valid Alaska driver’s license, U.S. citizenship, and a clean background check.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED or equivalent.
• Certified as a Police Officer by the Alaska Police Standards Council within one year of appointment.
• Valid Alaska Driver's license and ability to obtain Alaska license within 30 days of employment.
• Citizen of the United States.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to pass a thorough background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and provides security for assigned areas, enforcing laws and Borough Municipal Code.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls; interrogates victims and suspects; collects evidence.
• Arrests violators; transports prisoners; testifies in court.
• Represents the Borough at court hearings and prepares requested reports.
• Maintains patrol vehicles and equipment; coordinates with other agencies and departments.
• Engages in community education and outreach on safety and law enforcement.

Skills

Decision making under stress

Interpersonal skills

Vehicle operation in emergencies

Communication with diverse populations

Discretion and conflict mediation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Alaska Police Standards Council certification within 1 year

Alaska driver's license

U.S. citizenship

21+ years old

Background/history investigation clearance

Tools

Firearms

Two-way radios

Radar units

Cameras

Job description

Provide safety and security to citizens in the community through the patrolling of assigned areas, enforcement of laws and ordinances, detaining and interviewing violators, apprehension of suspects, and response to assistance calls.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and maybe required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Patrols and provides security for assigned areas, looking for unusual or suspicious activities or persons; operates patrol vehicles; provides back-up assistance to co-workers; provides scene security and protection for Fire and Medical personnel.

Enforce local, state and Federal laws, and Borough Municipal Code.

May act as Field Training Officer for other Officers.

Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases; identifies and collects evidence; performs surveillance duties as required; completes detailed reports and required paperwork; performs follow-up investigations as required.

Arrests law violators; transports and processes prisoners; testifies in court; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces child and adult orders of protection; performs building searches; conducts traffic stops and investigates traffic accidents.

Represents the Borough Police at court hearings; prepares reports requested and subpoenaed by the courts; testifies in court cases.

Investigates crimes and accidents as required; secures and processes crime and accident scenes.

Attends and conducts training and educational programs and seminars.

Participates in and presents preventative education and information through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels those within the community on law enforcement activities, programs and referral resources.

Maintains patrol vehicles and equipment in clean and effective operating order.

Assists and interacts with other Police personnel, Borough departments, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations in order to accomplish tasks.

Participates in activities that promote the Department's Community Oriented Policing philosophy; this includes, but is not limited to, allowing the department to take and use an employee's photo and information for public relations and public service purposes.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of NSB Police department policies and procedures, rules of evidence, current law enforcement techniques and procedures, and criminal and traffic codes.

Knowledge of Borough, state and Federal laws, regulations and ordinances.

Knowledge of the criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols in the State of Alaska.

Knowledge of investigative and interrogative procedures, and protocols for observation of critical details.

Knowledge of hazardous chemicals and materials, first aid and CPR.

Skill in safely using and maintaining a variety of firearms and special law enforcement equipment.

Skill in interpreting laws and regulations, making decisions, maintaining composure, and working effectively under stressful conditions and emergency situations.

Skill in interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.

Skill in exercising controlled discretion in communicating with criminal suspects and mediating difficult situations.

Skill in operating motor vehicles during emergency, high-risk situations.

Skill in operating a personal computer and software applications.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or G.E.D. or a combination of 12 years of education and related work experience.
• Certified as a Police Officer by the State of Alaska Police Standards Council within one year of appointment.
• Valid Driver's license from the state the individual is currently residing and have the ability to obtain a valid Alaska Driver's that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria within 30 days of employment.
• Citizen of the United States per Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 13 AAC 85.010 (a) (1).
• 21 years of age or older at time of hire as per Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 13 AAC 85.010 (a) (2).
• Ability to pass a thorough personal-history investigation of the person to determine character traits and habits indicative of moral character.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in internal and external environments with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, drugs, and infectious and communicable diseases. May be required to apprehend and physically restrain combative persons. Subject to frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, running, and lifting heavy objects such as gun belts, equipment, suspects, files, and evidence.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED

• Automotive, boat, and snowmobile patrol vehicles; firearms; impact baton; two-way radios; cameras; radar units; pepper spray; blood, drug and chemical analysis kits.

THE NORTH SLOPE BOROUGH IS AN ALCOHOL AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE.

This Job Description reflects North Slope Borough's best effort to describe the essential functions and qualifications of the job described. It is not an exhaustive statement of all the duties, responsibilities or qualifications of the job. This document is not intended to exclude an opportunity for modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation. This is not intended to be a contract.