Police Officer, Lateral

National Police; Idaho Falls (ID); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

National Police in Idaho Falls is seeking a sworn officer to patrol and enforce laws, investigate incidents, and maintain public safety. The role requires meeting Idaho POST standards, two years of patrol experience, and successful completion of a certified academy.

This on-site position emphasizes community outreach, professional conduct, and accurate reporting for court proceedings. Applicants must be US citizens or legally authorized to work in the United States, be at least 21, possess an

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Not less than 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Idaho Driver’s License by date of appointment.
• Served within any police/law enforcement agency within the State.
• Cumulative related service in Idaho must include a minimum of two (2) years of uniformed patrol as a commissioned law enforcement officer (POST Certified).
• Validated evidence of successful completion of a related training academy certified by the appropriate state, federal or local regulatory or oversight agency.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and enforce laws; apprehend violators, investigate activity, and prepare for court appearances.
• Respond to calls for service and provide aid to maintain the peace and public safety.
• Complete detailed reports of daily activities, arrests, and incidents; present evidence in court when required.
• Operate police vehicle and department equipment with safety and efficiency.
• Engage in public relations and community outreach to educate and inform residents.

Skills

Citizenship / Work authorization

Two years patrol experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

POST Certified training academy

Job description

Salary: $30.45

Closing Date: September 30, 2026

Essential Functions:

• Patrol & Traffic: Enforces all applicable city, state, laws and ordinances by apprehending, citing and arresting violators as appropriate; investigates criminal activity, gathers evidence, interviews victims, witnesses and suspects and takes appropriate action to solve case and to bring suspects before proper judicial process; investigates traffic accidents, enforces traffic and parking violations; directs traffic and assists motorists as needed; serves warrants, processes, notices, summons and subpoenas and keeps records of disposition
• Responds to calls for service and renders aid to distressed citizens by maintaining the peace, supplying information, and aiding in assisting the citizens as applicable.
• Completes detailed and accurate reports of daily activities, criminal cases, arrests, traffic accidents and other cases as appropriate; presents evidence and testimony in court and other hearings as required.
• Operates police vehicle and other department equipment in a manner that will maximize its life span and will provide the utmost safety for the officer and the public; maintains visible presence to deter and prevent crime; checks for building security and illegal activity.
• Performs ongoing public relations to enhance the image of the department within the community; as assigned, represents the department by speaking at public meetings and schools to educate and inform citizens; presents a professional image in both appearance and demeanor.
• Crime Prevention/Gangs/Vice/DARE: Participates in delivering program(s) unique to elementary, Junior High and High schools; focus on safety, drug awareness, alcohol (DUI), gang activity, truancy, violence, theft, vandalism, trespassing, traffic, etc.; conducts lectures, workshops, classes, or gives presentations related to criminal activity within the schools to assist school officials; educates participants and youth regarding law enforcement practices; demonstrates specialized equipment explains efficiency and effectiveness of the same.
• Educates public regarding effective action through organized community efforts; develops and delivers domestic violence and child abuse prevention programs.
• Performs departmental public relations functions; delivers public speeches at community gatherings, church meetings, civic meetings, schools, etc.; conducts community liquor compliance checks; acts as trainer to workers performing as servers in establishments that sell alcoholic beverages.
• School/Campus Resource: Performs in various programs for special target populations of the community as needed to address needs, concerns, and issues pertaining to crime prevention and public relations; performs specialty resource functions by administrative assignment; enforces all applicable city, and state, laws by apprehending, citing, and arresting violators on or off school property; may monitor student activities and apprise administration of legal concerns or discipline. Conducts criminal investigations on cases involving juvenile offenders; establishes rapport with school officials, students and parents; advises students, parents and school officials in criminal matters; makes arrests as needed.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien who is legally authorized to work in the United States
• High School graduation or possession of a GED or equivalent
• Not less than 21 years of age at the time of appointment
• Must possess or obtain a valid Idaho Driver’s License by date of appointment.
• Served within any police/law enforcement agency within the State
• Cumulative related service in Idaho must include a minimum of two (2) years of uniformed patrol as a commissioned law enforcement officer (POST Certified).
• And, validated evidence of successful completion of a related training academy certified by the appropriate state, federal or local regulatory or oversight agency.