Police Officer - Recruit

Town Of Chino Valley; Chino Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Town Of Chino Valley is hiring an Entry Level Police Officer Recruit in Chino Valley, AZ. The role leads patrols, handles calls, and participates in investigations to protect the community.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and POST certification. A valid AZ driver’s license is required; tasks include writing reports, testifying in court, and collaborating with other agencies. Salary is $66,560 per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• POST certification required.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas; respond to calls regarding domestic disputes, intoxication, child molestations, sexual assaults, burglaries, thefts, deceased persons, school issues and neighborhood disputes.
• Performs traffic enforcement, including collision investigations; apprehends persons for arrest.
• Writes reports; collects and preserves evidence; processes audio and video evidence.
• Provides testimony in formal court proceedings.
• Participates in investigations and public relations; discusses with residents, visitors and staff.
• Performs related duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: Entry

Job Location: Police - Chino Valley, AZ 86323

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $66,560.00 Salary/year

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Government

NOW HIRING!

POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT

Annual Salary $66,560

GENERAL PURPOSE

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Patrols assigned areas; answers calls regarding domestic disputes, intoxication, child molestations, sexual assaults, burglaries, thefts, deceased persons, local school issues and neighborhood disputes.
• Performs traffic enforcement, including collision investigations; apprehends persons for arrest.
• Writes reports; performs evidence collection; stores evidence and property; processes audio and video evidence.
• Provides testimony in formal court proceedings.
• Participates in formal investigations.
• Performs public relations; talks with citizens, business owners and school children while on patrol.
• Performs special assignments as needed.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values and goals of the Town by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed, and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Supports the relationship between the Town and the constituent population by demonstrating courteousand cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors and Town staff; enthusiasticallypromotes the Town’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of the Police Academy or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• POST certification.
• Possession of a valid State of Arizona driver’s license.

Required Knowledge of:

• Police Department general orders, policies and procedures.
• Town, county, state and federal laws, regulations and ordinances.
• Criminal justice and court systems, procedures and protocols.
• Law enforcement principles, practices, procedures, techniques and equipment.
• Principles and practices of investigative and interrogative procedures, techniques and protocols.
• Uses and applications of personal computers and various software applications.

Required Ability to:

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with Town staff, Council members, various externalorganizations and individuals and the general public.
• Work effectively with other law enforcement agencies and organizations.
• Apply law enforcement principles, practices and procedures to solve cases.
• Administer laws and regulations, make decisions, maintain composure, and work effectively under stressfulconditions.
• Evaluate facts and evidence, drawing logical conclusions and making proper recommendations.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Operate a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
• Effectively use firearms and operate law enforcement vehicles.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor work environments. May be required to perform a full rangeof motion with lifting and/or carrying supplies, materials, equipment and/or items weighing up to 100 pounds. Potential exposure to adverse weather conditions. May be exposed to potentially violent individuals. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Required to pass Arizona POST background requirements.

For questions or further information please contact Sgt. Clinton Shafer at 928-636-3661 or [e-mail]