Police Officer - Lateral

Kingman Police Department; Kingman (AZ); In loco; USD 44.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Take-home vehicle

Gear and uniforms paid

Paid training

Paid time off

Specialized assignments

Descrizione del lavoro

The Kingman Police Department is seeking a lateral Police Officer to join its 24/7 operations in Kingman, AZ. The role emphasizes independent judgment, investigative work, and strong community presence, with opportunities for specialized assignments as experience grows.

Accredited and focused on safety, the department offers a competitive benefits package, take-home gear, paid training, and excellent paid time off. Candidates must have AZ certification and a valid driver's license.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework in criminal justice preferred.
• Arizona State Certification as a Police Officer is required.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License is required.
• TOC Level B Certification required or ability to obtain.
• Ability to pass background, polygraph, and fitness evaluations.

Mansioni

• Patrol assigned areas, respond to calls, enforce laws, make arrests, and manage incidents, including evacuations.
• Conduct on-scene and follow-up investigations, collect and preserve evidence, and testify when needed.
• Engage with community, provide public assistance, mediate disputes, and maintain professional relations with partners.
• Prepare detailed reports, maintain records, operate law enforcement tools, and adhere to department standards.

Conoscenze

Strong communication

Report writing

Situational awareness

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Criminal justice coursework preferred

Descrizione del lavoro

CITY OF KINGMAN

POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL)

KINGMAN POLICE DEPARTMENT

$32.25 / HR - $ 43.20 / HR DOE

Learn more about our Benefits & Wellness Incentives

We’re seeking lateral Police Officers to join the City of Kingman Police Department in a 24/7 operational environment. The role requires independent judgment when handling routine and complex situations and offers opportunities for specialized assignments as experience and training are gained. The Kingman Police Department is accredited through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program and was one of the first agencies in Arizona to receive this accreditation.

About You

You bring prior law enforcement experience and are comfortable handling enforcement, investigations, and public interactions in a 24/7 operational environment. You exercise independent judgment, maintain detailed records, and uphold ethical and professional standards while working collaboratively with other officers and agencies.

Why KPD?

We provide a competitive benefits package that promotes work-life balance and long-term career growth. Officers enjoy every other weekend off, take-home vehicles, fully paid gear and uniforms, paid training, excellent paid time off, and opportunities for specialized assignments. We are proud to train and develop our officers through in-house instruction and our regional academy. These are a few of the benefits that make the Kingman Police Department the choice for those wishing to continue their law enforcement career.

• A high school diploma or GED (college coursework in criminal justice or related education or experience is preferred)
• Arizona State Certification as a Police Officer
• A valid Arizona State Driver’s License
• The ability to become and maintain TOC Level B Certification
• The ability to pass an extensive law enforcement background investigation, including fingerprinting, polygraph, psychological evaluation, and other related employment testing
• The ability to communicate effectively, prepare accurate reports, analyze situations objectively, and make appropriate decisions under stress
• The ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-backs

Patrol, Enforcement & Emergency Response (45%)

Patrol assigned areas, respond to dispatched calls, enforce criminal and traffic laws, make arrests, conduct searches, control crowds, direct traffic, and respond to emergencies including evacuations and hazardous situations to ensure public safety and welfare.

Investigations & Evidence Handling (25%)

Conduct at-scene and follow-up investigations, interview witnesses and suspects, collect and preserve evidence, prepare investigative findings, serve subpoenas and warrants, testify in court, and support the judicial process.

Community Interaction & Public Assistance (15%)

Interact with the public, mediate disputes, assist individuals in need, perform welfare and security checks, communicate with informants, and maintain professional working relationships with community members and partner agencies.

Reporting, Records & Professional Standards (15%)

Prepare detailed reports, maintain required records accurately and timely, operate law enforcement tools and systems, maintain proficiency with equipment, follow department policies, work safely, and support department operations through regular attendance and professionalism.

Commitment to Safety and Wellness

It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.

Be Part of Something Great - Build Your Future in Kingman

The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader's Digest named Kingman one of the "Nicest Places in Arizona" for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that in