Police Officer (Lateral)

Take your law enforcement career to the next level with a department that values experience, supports professional growth, and invests in its people. We are looking for dedicated lateral officers ready to bring their skills, leadership and passion for service to our team and the community we serve. Under the direction of the assigned administrator, the Police Officer protects public safety, health, and welfare and enforces federal, state, and local laws in interactions with the public. Responsibilities Patrol a designated area to preserve law and order, provide crime prevention, and discover crimes in progress. Apprehend suspects. Investigate crimes and traffic accidents by gathering evidence and interviewing victims and witnesses. Write reports, take written victim and witness statements, and testify in court. Prepare, use, and maintain assigned equipment, including patrol vehicles, radio equipment, firearms, and less‑lethal weapons. Assist the public, including providing first aid to injured or ill citizens. Cooperate with other public safety agencies. When assigned as a K‑9 officer, train and maintain the canine. Perform other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience High school diploma and work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills. Previous law enforcement experience is highly desirable. Must be 21 years of age. License(s) Required Valid, current driver’s license and a good driving record. Certifications and Testing Required Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic certificate or the ability to attain POST Basic certificate. Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations. This position works primarily in an outdoor environment. Positions in this class typically require: reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation. Very heavy work: exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of workday), and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of workday), and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of workday) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for heavy work. #J-18808-Ljbffr