Police Officer (Recruit)

Under general supervision performs a variety of law enforcement tasks associated with patrol, traffic control, public assistance, investigation of criminal activity/crime scenes, apprehension of offenders, and aid in the prosecution of cases in court. This job class is a driving position, and treated as FLSA non‑exempt. Essential Functions Patrols the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC), including off‑road areas, in a radio‑equipped vehicle to preserve law and order by discovering/preventing the commission of crimes and enforcing State and Tribal laws and ordinances. Talks to Community members while on routine patrol to answer their questions and to demonstrate interest in them and their Community. Responds to calls and complaints involving automobile accidents, robberies, assaults, fights, domestic disturbances, animal problems, and other criminal activities and civil complaints in order to secure the crime scene, identify witnesses, conduct preliminary investigations, and generally re‑establish law and order at the scene. Deals with upset and angry people; attempts to calm them, explain procedures and get their cooperation. Determines whether there is probable cause for arrest at domestic disturbance. Charges and books arrested person; completes the necessary paperwork and procedures. Secures and investigates crime scene to ensure that the collection, preservation and handling of physical evidence and property meets established professional and legal standards. Interviews victims, suspects, witnesses to obtain and verify information pertinent to the investigation and resolution of a variety of criminal incidents. Prepares reports, complaints, affidavits and other related technical legal documents regarding the progress, findings, and results of the investigative process to document the facts of an incident and facilitate the apprehension, prosecution and conviction of the perpetrator. Preserves and documents crime scene by processing the scene for fingerprints and taking fingerprints and taking still photographs, videotaping or sketching the crime scene. Enforces traffic laws and ordinances by checking vehicle speed; issues citations when violations are observed. Runs license/registration check on the driver on a stopped vehicle to determine if the motorist has outstanding charges/warrants. Testifies in court regarding the facts of the case as known first‑hand, evidence collected, notes, and actions taken. Presents a good appearance and credible image while appearing in court or at hearings. Appears in court to present evidence and sworn testimony on behalf of the SRPMIC. Conducts self in a manner which maintains integrity; remains free from involvement in unlawful or inappropriate activities. Attends classes, workshops, and conferences on police procedures to updates and improve skills. Adheres to all training, policies, procedures, chain of custody, rules of evidence and laws. Maintains strict confidence and security of all data, financial accounts, information, intelligence, metrics, audio, video, computer analytics and meta data, police reports, supplements and associated case files, physical evidence, photographs, statistics and any other materials that are confidential and sensitive to all cases, investigations, personnel records and the operations or property of the SRPD and SRPMIC. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge History, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. SRPMIC ordinances to be enforced. State and federal statutes, codes and ordinances to be enforced. Police operations principles and practices including investigation, patrol, communications, records, community/public relations, and crime prevention. Skills Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other law enforcement/regulatory agencies, departmental staff, Community officials, members of the Community, and the public. Analyzing and evaluating information accurately, and in expressing ideas clearly, when providing oral and written reports and recommendations. Maintaining confidentiality and using discretion in dealing with sensitive information. Abilities Adapt to changing work situations and assignments. Analyze data, draw logical conclusions, and make sound decisions. Properly handle emergencies and pressure without losing composure. Speak clearly, understandably and effectively. Learn criminal law, laws of arrest, search and seizure. Maintain integrity and be assertive about personal and predominant Community values without becoming aggressive. Exercise resourcefulness in addressing new problems. Quickly learn and properly apply new methods and information, and to remember what is learned. Get along with a variety of people and work well as part of a team. Read and comprehend police‑related materials; e.g., laws, training material. Education & Experience Graduation from high school or GED. Must be able to obtain Arizona Police Officer Standard and Training (AZ Post) certification. Applicants that are not AZ Post certified Police Officers must pass a physical agility assessment and written assessment to be considered for hire with the SRPMIC Police Department. Failure to pass either of the components will be considered an automatic disqualifier. Physical agility assessment – must be completed within the designated timeframe established by SRPMIC Police Department. Written assessment – must be passed with a score of 70% or better. Equivalency – Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered. Underfill Eligibility – An enrolled Community Member who closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2‑19, Underfill. Additional Information for Lateral Police Officers Lateral Police Officers are eligible for transfer to open specialty assignments upon successful completion of SRPD’s Field Training Officer (FTO) Program for new officers. Specialty assignments include but are not limited to Traffic Enforcement Bureau, Criminal Investigations Division (Detectives), Special Operations Unit, Crisis Negotiator Team, Ranger Unit, Gang Unit, K9 and several other assignments. Minimum requirements for each specialty must be met by each officer for application to a specialty unit and the officer must still participate in the associated selection process. Equal Opportunity Statement SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Preference will be given to a qualified Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and other qualified candidates. Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD‑214), Qualified Community Member (Tribal ID), Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/Certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB) and Native American (Tribal ID or CIB) may receive preference by providing appropriate documentation at the time of application submission. #J-18808-Ljbffr Salt-River-Pima--maricopa-Indian-Community-