Police Officer - Lateral

City of Casa Grande; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ten Holidays and one Floating Holiday

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Retirement Plans (PSPRS)

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

401K Roth IRA

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Casa Grande is seeking a certified police officer to perform standard police duties including patrol, preliminary investigations, and traffic regulation in the community. Applicants must be AZ POST certified (or from another state with waiver) and have a valid peace officer certification.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, writing reports, testifying in court, and engaging with the public.

Qualifications

• AZ POST certification required for applicants.
• Peace Officers from other states may apply with waiver tests.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and enforce laws.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls; conduct investigations as needed.
• Prepare detailed reports, documents, and court testimonies.
• Arrest suspects, transport detainees, and execute warrants.
• Collaborate with other agencies and community programs.

Skills

AZ POST Certification

Peace Officer

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Please note: We are accepting applications for Certified Officers ONLY. You must be AZPOST certified or Certified in another state in order to apply for this position.

All applicants must possess a current AZ POST certification and have no misconduct associated with their certification. Peace officers serving honorably in another state are eligible to apply but must pass the AZ POST waiver test in lieu of attending an Arizona peace officer academy. Testing consists of a physical agility examination (POPAT), AZ POST daytime pistol qualification, oral board and command staff interview. There is no written examination.

Upon completion of this recruitment process successful candidates will be placed on a hiring list for Certified Officers. Offers of employment will be made based upon the needs of the department. Placement on the eligibility list will not be a guarantee of employment with the City of Casa Grande.

Salary posted is subject to final approval and will be effective July 1st.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs standard police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances, generally consisting of routine patrol, preliminary investigations and traffic regulation duties.

• Patrols assigned areas and provides security and crime prevention, looking for unusual or suspicious activities or persons, identifying and addressing repetitive problems or crimes; provides scene security and protection for Fire and Medical personnel.
• Patrols the City to respond to citizens’ requests for assistance, enforce traffic regulations, detect crime, apprehend violators, and ensure public safety; maintains vehicle and equipment according to Department standards.
• Enforces local, state and Federal laws, and Municipal Code.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogates and communicates with victims, witnesses and suspects in cases.
• Completes detailed reports and required paperwork.
• Arrests law violators; transports and processes suspects, victims and prisoners; serves arrest and search warrants; serves and enforces orders of protection.
• Responds to mental health calls for service and assists with arranging services and transportation with mental health providers.
• Represents the City Police at court hearings; prepares reports and testifies in court cases.
• Investigates crimes and accidents as required; secures and processes crime and accident scenes; identifies and collects evidence.
• Presents education and information through community and school awareness projects; counsels citizens on law enforcement activities, programs and referral resources.
• Assists other Police personnel, outside organizations and businesses, and Federal, state and local law enforcement organizations.
• Participates in problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, philosophies, attitudes, and values of the Police Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed.
• May work special assignments such as Special Investigations, Training Officer, K9, SWAT School Resource Officer, and/or Traffic Enforcement Officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or GED equivalent, and one (1) year of related work experience. Must currently have Peace Officer Certification either Arizona or out of state.

Note: Arizona Certified Police Officers will not be required to take the written test but will be required to participate in the Physical Agility testing and AZ POST firearms qualification.

AZ POST Certification Packet

All applicants must complete an Arizona Police Officer Standards and Training (AZ POST) Minimum Qualifications for Peace Officer certification packet. You may complete this packet online and provide the department with your packet number.

Employment Preference Points for Veterans and Handicapped Persons

To qualify for Employment Preference Points, you must turn in your completed and signed Employment Preference Points form and the required documentation, as stated on the form, the night of the written test. Certified Officers must turn in his/her documents at the Physical Agility testing.

Points will be added to overall scoring.

All applicants will be required to take a polygraph and pass a criminal background check.

Benefits offered to Lateral Police Officers

• Ten (10) Paid Holidays and one (1) Floating Holiday Each Year
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • You will start accruing after your first pay check (6.16 hours and this goes up annually and maxes at 10.31 hours per pay check)
  • PTO accrual caps at 600 hours
  • NEW - Lateral Officers will be front loaded forty (40) hours of PTO effective their date of hire
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (United Health Care)
• Short Term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Worker’s Compensation Insurance
• Commuting Insurance
• Retirement Plans (PSPRS)
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Optional – The City does not contribute to this
• 401K Roth IRA
  • Optional – The City does not contribute to this
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• School Involvement Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
  • Must be employed for one year to qualify
  • Maximum of $5,000 per calendar year for approved classes

The City does not hire at the top of the range. Candidate may start above the beginning of the range depending on qualifications.

The City of Casa Grande is an Equal Opportunity Employer.