Police Officer - Lateral

Town of Oro Valley; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Oro Valley invites applications for lateral police officers with OVPD. To qualify you must hold AZPOST certification (or out-of-state equivalent) and have completed field training with a law enforcement agency; three years of continuous police experience are preferred.

Lateral incentives and signing bonuses are available based on experience. Under general supervision, officers perform patrol duties, respond to emergencies, enforce laws, prepare reports, gather evidence and engage

Qualifications

• AZPOST certification or out-of-state equivalent.
• Field training and probationary period completed.
• Three years of continuous police experience preferred; consideration on a case-by-case basis.
• Must pass background investigation and polygraph examination.
• No felony convictions.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property and enforce federal, state and local laws.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Arrest suspects for criminal violations and write search warrants.
• Prepare reports, collect evidence and assist investigations.
• Maintain traffic safety and enforce traffic laws and ordinances.
• Provide first aid and coordinate community crime prevention activities.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Decision making

Stress management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Oro Valley Police Department (OVPD) is accepting applications for lateral police officers. To be considered a Lateral Police Officer applicant, you must hold a current AZPOST certification (or out-of-state equivalent), have completed the field training and probationary period with a law enforcement agency, and preferably have three years of continuous police experience. Experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Lateral incentives and signing bonuses are available depending on years of police experience. For more information on the specific incentives, visit www.joinovpd.com/Career-Paths/Police-Officers

Additional Assessments Include

• Oral Board - Qualified applicants will be provided with the location and time of the oral board.


• Polygraph Exam


• Drug Screen


• Psychological Exam


• Medical Exam

If you have any specific questions about the position or the process please contact Mitch Olive at [phone] or [e-mail].

Under general supervision, performs a variety of Police work in an assigned area of patrol in order to protect life and property, prevent and investigate crimes and apprehend criminals through the enforcement of Federal, state and local laws and ordinances to maintain public safety within the community.

Essential Functions

• Performs a variety of Police work in an assigned area of patrol in order to protect life and property, prevent and investigate crimes and apprehend criminals through the enforcement of Federal, state and local laws and ordinances.


• Responds to emergency and non-emergency calls for service involving criminal activities and public complaints and concerns.


• Arrests suspects for criminal violations.


• Writes search warrants and serves orders of protection.


• Prepares reports, complaints and other related documents.


• Gathers evidence, verifies information pertinent to the investigation and assists in the resolution of a variety of criminal incidents.


• Maintains safe and orderly flow of vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforces traffic laws and ordinances.


• Responds to threats, complaints, safety issues and hostile environments.


• Administers first aid and gives assistance to injured persons.


• Maintains proficiency in the use of hand guns, other department weapons and equipment and vehicles.


• May provide and teach crime prevention concepts and implementation techniques.


• Develops partnerships within the community to promote the prevention of crime and create a safe environment to enhance the quality of life and safety trends and establish public relations.


• May coordinate and prepare special events for crime prevention and education on law enforcement.


• May perform additional duties according to specialized area of assignment.

Essential Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of applicable Town, state and Federal statutes, rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, administrative orders and case law governing municipal law enforcement.


• Knowledge of Town and Department policies and procedures.


• Knowledge of modern law enforcement trends and practices.


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


• Skill in the use of firearms, assigned weapons and first aid practices.


• Skill in verbal and written communication.


• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be of excellent character.


• United States citizen.


• At least 21 years old (at time of hire).


• A high school diploma or equivalent.


• Valid Arizona driver's license (at time of hire).


• Must be able to read, write and speak English.


• If prior military, must have been honorably discharged.


• No unlawful use of marijuana within the last three years.


• No unlawful use of a narcotic drug or dangerous drug within the last seven years.


• No pattern of drug abuse.


• No felony convictions.


• Must be willing to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.


• Currently possess an active Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Peace Officer Certification, or an equivalent law enforcement certification from another state.


• Successfully complete background investigation and polygraph examination.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments.

The Town of Oro Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The Town does not discriminate in the provision of employment opportunities, benefits or privileges; create discriminatory work conditions; or use discriminatory evaluative standards in employment if the basis of that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, the person's race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability status, gender, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information or marital status.

Town of Oro Valley currently has a benefits program that is currently offered to employees of the Town who work 20 or more hours per week on a regular basis. (Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week may qualify for participation in the individual plans, dependent upon the specific terms of coverage.)

Why Apply

Oro Valley is a planned community cradled in the shadows of the magnificent Santa Catalina Mountains, with hiking trails through Catalina State Park, hiking and bicycle trails throughout the Town, world-class golf courses, horseback riding and a long-valued cultural tradition, vibrant for over a thousand years. Oro Valley has received many accolades through the years and is proud to have been named: Best Places to Live in Arizona, Best Towns for Families and Best Places in America to Live and Launch a Small Business. Oro Valley is located in northern Pima County, just three miles north of Tucson, and a quick drive to the University of Arizona and Tucson International Airport. With average high temperatures of 83.4 degrees, average lows of 53.8 degrees, the town sits at an elevation of 2,640 feet, covers more than 34 square miles and has a current population of 41,011. Oro Valley was incorporated in April, 1974. Oro Valley is also quickly developing a strong reputation as home to the emerging bioscience and biotech industries. We are a young, diverse, dynamic community with a responsive government and our schools are among the finest in Arizona. The Town of Oro Valley has a council/manager form of government. Six council members and the mayor are elected for four-year terms. The town manager is appointed by town council. The Town of Oro Valley provides high-quality services including: police, planning, zoning, construction, inspection, transit services, traffic engineering, street maintenance, storm water management, flood control, water utility, parks, recreation, aquatics, library, cultural resources, economic development, constituent services, community and media relations, budget development, debt and investment management, attorney services, magistrate court and more.