Police Officer - Lateral

Police Officer (Lateral)

The City of Kingman Police Department is seeking lateral Police Officers to join 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.

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.

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.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

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.

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 include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes and the Colorado River.