Police Officer

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

UNALASKA POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police Division Open Date: February 22, 2024 Close Date: Until Filled Position: POLICE OFFICER Hiring Wage: $44.66 – $51.78 / hour [step 1-6] The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for Police Officer. Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska, is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,250 full‑time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor. Responsibilities Perform a full range of duties associated with traffic and criminal law enforcement. Respond to emergency calls and enforce local, state, and federal law. Effect lawful arrest of suspected criminals and conduct investigations of alleged or suspected criminal activity. Complete written reports, conduct interviews, and testify at court proceedings. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge or ability to learn State and City laws and enforcement of them. Use investigative and law enforcement methods. Abide by City and department procedures and policies and the laws governing and prescribing the powers and authorities of a law enforcement officer. Learn criminal justice procedures. Problem‑solve, analyze, and respond quickly as necessary. Establish and maintain productive working relationships with various people and organizations. Excellent written and oral communication and ability to follow complex written and verbal instructions. Work under pressure; maintain professionalism; multi‑task workload and meet multiple deadlines. Education & Experience High school diploma and/or GED required; College Degree Preferred; combination of education and experience will be evaluated individually. Police experience preferred. Basic certificate in law enforcement from APSC preferred. Licenses & Special Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age. US Citizen or US National by the time of hire. Must have or ability to obtain a CPR & First Aid Certificate. Ability to meet APSC standards and obtain a basic certificate within 12 months of hire. Must have a valid US Driver's License and have the ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 30 days of hire. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to pass all required pre‑employment testing, i.e., Criminal background, F‑3, drug testing, physical, polygraph, and psychological. Benefits 100% employer‑paid medical and dental premiums (employee & dependents). 100% employer‑paid basic life/AD&D insurance (employee & dependents). 100% employer‑paid LifeMed insurance (employee). Workout incentive pay up to $500 per month. 13 Floating Holidays per year. Personal Leave starting at 18 hours per month. Eligible for State of Alaska Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) retirement. Eligible for 457 Plans with MissionSquare. Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title 3). Travel allowance of $2,500 every year on your date of hire after 1st year of employment. Free membership for Parks, Culture, and Recreation (PCR) for employee only. Retention Bonus

• 2,000 at years 1 and 2.
• 3,000 at year 3.
• 4,000 at year 4.
• 5,000 at year 5.
• 10,000 at year 6 and every subsequent two-year anniversary up to the 20th year.

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