Police Recruit

City of San Luis; San Luis (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Luis seeks an entry-level Police Recruit to begin a training path toward AZ POST certification. The role includes enrollment in a police academy program with a minimum twenty-two weeks of instruction and a structured field training process under the supervision of instructors.

You will be prepared to perform as a Police Officer upon successful completion, with a certification timeline of up to six months from start and an emphasis on integrity and community service.

Qualifications

• Analytical observation and quick decision making are essential.
• Ability to record information accurately and completely.
• Calm, courteous handling of situations and impartiality required.

Responsibilities

• Attend a minimum of a twenty-two week training program under AZ POST approval to acquire certification.
• Read and study instructional material to gain elementary working knowledge.
• Prepare and take written tests to proof knowledge and skill levels.
• Receive field training from a certified FTO and obtain evaluations to track progress.
• Obtain AZ POST certification or meet waiver exams within six months.

Skills

Analytical

Decision making

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

YOUR FUTURE BEGINS HERE! Join one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona and the youngest in Yuma County!

Entry level classification for purpose of acquiring training to achieve Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) certification. Duration not to exceed 10 months.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is related or a logical assignment to this class. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

As a Police Recruit you will:

• Attend a minimum of a twenty-two week training program under the supervision of instructors in a police academy approved by AZ POST to acquire the minimum and skills necessary to perform in Police Officer classification.
• Read and study instructional or informational material in order to achieve elementary working knowledge.
• Prepare and take written physical tests to prove knowledge and skill levels.
• Receive field training from certified Field Training Officer (FTO), utilizing and applying knowledge from classroom work; receive evaluations from FTO to track progress.
• Obtain certification upon meeting AZ POST established minimum standards and passing required examinations (or waiver examinations) within a six-month period.

Possess skills in:

• Analytical, objective observance of situations and quick decision‑making.
• Managing situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and impartially.
• Recording information accurately and completely.

Will possess ability to:

• Serve our community with courtesy and respect.
• Pass written and physical agility examination.
• Pass oral board interview.
• Pass polygraph examination and drug test.
• Successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation including credit check, polygraph and psychological examination and meet the minimum POST standards for medical examination and physical ability.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• A High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

License and Certifications:

All requirements/license must be maintained throughout employment.

• A valid Arizona Driver’s License at the time of appointment
• Must meet Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZ POST) and City of San Luis standards for appointment as a Police Officer

Special requirements:

• Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age by the time of graduation from the Police Academy

Desired/Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish
• San Luis, Arizona residency

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand; walk long distances; drive a vehicle; talk and hear, both in person and by radio; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment; engage in repetitive movements of hands and wrists; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, the use of both eyes, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand; walk long distances; drive a vehicle; talk and hear, both in person and by radio; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment; engage in repetitive movements of hands and wrists; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, the use of both eyes, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office environment, and in the field on tactical assignments; may be exposed to physical attacks, hazardous chemicals, infectious and communicable diseases; may be required to physically restrain persons; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet department standards. This job is classified as Safety Sensitive, and subject to Federal and state regulations.

The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development -

Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position's minimum requirements.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Candidates with the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.