Police Officer

City of Burlington, Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 82,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

City of Burlington, Vermont seeks Police Officers to provide police protection and enforce laws within the City. Roles may include SRO, K-9 Officer, Field Training Officer, Detective and more as designated by the Chief of Police.

Applicants must meet age, vision and background requirements; complete physical fitness, psychological tests and a background check. The department promotes diversity and is an equal opportunity employer encouraging broad applicant participation.

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age to apply and at least 21 by time of hire.
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions; no habitual or serious traffic offenses.
• Must complete physical fitness test, psychological exam and panel interview.

Responsibilities

• Investigate criminal, motor vehicle and other incidents; secure scenes, gather evidence and interview involved persons.
• Patrol districts by foot, bicycle or vehicle; respond to emergencies and mediate conflicts.
• Direct traffic at accidents, incidents and busy intersections; issue tickets for violations.

Skills

Criminal investigations

Traffic control

Report writing

Evidence handling

Court testimony

Public relations

Physical fitness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or higher preferred

Job description

Under the general supervision of Sergeants, Lieutenants, Commanders and the Police Chief, this position provides police protection and law enforcement services within the City. Within this classification of Police Officer an employee may serve in any of the following positions: SRO, K-9 Officer, Field Training Officer, Detective, Training and Recruitment Coordinator, Neighborhood Watch Coordinator, Traffic Safety Coordinator and any other special position designated by the Chief of Police. After successfully completing seven years of continuous service each member shall assume the rank of Corporal.

Union Affiliation: Burlington Police Officers Association (BPOA)

Pay Grade: $39.26 - $45.95 Hourly

Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week

• Familiarization with all departmental rules and regulations as they pertain to the position of Police Officer. Attend classes, participate in department training exercises, and study department materials to acquire and advance job knowledge and skills.
• Conduct criminal, motor vehicle and other investigations by securing areas, gathering and preserving evidence, interviewing complainants, victims, witnesses and others involved, taking field notes, collecting photographs, finger prints, affidavits, etc. Prepare affidavits, reports and court cases and present testimony in court for the above. Patrol specific districts on foot, bicycle or in a police vehicle. Assist in investigating suspicious activities and persons; make arrests for violations of state laws and city ordinances. Respond to emergencies such as motor vehicle accidents, crimes in progress, etc. Respond to complaints; investigate and attempt to mediate conflicts.
• Investigate traffic accidents, aid injured persons, determine if any criminal offenses have been committed and write appropriate reports. Direct traffic at accidents, fires, public assemblages and at busy intersections as necessary. Patrol parking areas and city streets, issue tickets and summonses for parking and traffic violations. Investigate crimes against persons and property.
• When assigned to uniform duty, maintain uniforms, equipment and weapons in accordance with department directives.
• Serve subpoenas, arrest warrants, citations and deliver emergency messages. Provide prisoner transport. Deliver court paperwork. Maintain positive public relations while enforcing the law, providing information or otherwise assisting the public. Document all actions in writing as per department and state regulations.

Non-Essential Job Functions:

• Performs other duties as required.

• Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• Must be 20 years of age to apply and must be at least 21 years of age by the time of hire.
• Must have no less than 20/20 corrected vision in each eye.
• Must not have used cannabis for a minimum of one year and any other illegal drugs for a period of three years.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree or higher, Honorable Military Service or equivalent Law Enforcement work history preferred.
• Must have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions, nor any habitual or serious traffic offenses, domestic violence or assault convictions. Other violations, which may adversely affect a law enforcement career, will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid State driver's license.
• Must successfully complete physical fitness test, psychological exam, and panel interview.
• Upon conditional offer of employment, candidate must successfully complete a Personal History Questionnaire, polygraph examination, background investigation, command review and medical/drug screening test.
• Must be able to meet fiftieth percentile physical fitness graduation standards required by the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council (VCJTC).
• Must successfully gain full-time certification through the VCJTC.
• Must successfully complete all department required trainings and certifications.
• All successful Police Officers will be self-motivated and display honesty, integrity, common sense, emotional stability and a tolerance to stress while maintaining a positive attitude consistent with the Law Enforcement code of Ethics and the Mission, Vision and Values of the Burlington Police Department.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or [e-mail].