POLICE OFFICER RECRUIT

Essential Functions Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. Patrol activities within the city Monitoring traffic for possible civil or criminal violations Prevention and discovery of the commission of crimes Apprehension of criminals and offenders Making presence known throughout the community in a manner that contributes to the deterrence and solving of crime Answering calls and complaints involving fire, vehicle accidents, robberies, domestic violence situations, neighborhood disturbances, and other misdemeanors, felonies, and service calls Administering first aid and CPR Securing crime scenes and conducting preliminary and full-scale investigations, except on major crimes Gathering evidence, obtaining witnesses, and issuing citations or making arrests, if appropriate Interviewing witnesses, gathering information, preparing detailed reports, and preparing case files for court prosecution Participating fully in annual and other regular training programs in police methods and procedures Testifying in court proceedings Performing specialized duties on an assigned basis, such as serving as a School Resource Officer, a general or property crimes detective, Field Training Officer, Motor Unit Officer, Bike Unit Officer, k-9 officer, Community Resource Officer, Community Response Team member, Tactical Unit member, firearms instructor, defensive tactics instructor, emergency driving instructor, physical fitness instructor, and other positions TBD Participating in community service activities as a spokesperson for the department Knowledge of Applicable case law in the areas of arrest, probable cause, and search and seizure Departmental policies and procedures Police methods, practices, and procedures, with the ability to recall and apply this knowledge to specific situations Geography of the City of Sierra Vista and surrounding community, including the location of important sites Skill in Dealing courteously and effectively with people Applying good judgment and making operative decisions under pressure Preparing clear, comprehensive, and accurate reports Administering first aid and CPR The proficient use of all police equipment Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with city staff, other law enforcement agencies, and the public Other Characteristics Performing work for extended periods of time in environments of extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions Performing the physical requirements of the work (e.g., run, and/or jump over rough terrain and obstacles; physically subdue and apprehend combative suspects; push or pull heavy objects and apply force with upper and lower body; reach, bend, stoop, kneel, twist, and turn; and sit and stand for extended periods of time) Maintaining a level of fitness to meet department standards Qualifying annually with the department-issued sidearm Successfully completing annual firearms judgment training Compensation Police Recruit: Starting Hourly Pay: $28.85 Military Joint Service Transcripts Accepted Military Joint Service transcripts are accepted. Accepted credits must be indicated as L-lower, U-upper or G-graduate. Vocational credits are not accepted. Military joint service Official transcripts can be requested via the following links below: Military One Source – JST information Select City of Sierra Vista as institution when ordering official transcripts. More information on military transcripts can be found at: American Council for Education – Military Guide Additional Info Per Police Department policy, "Sworn Police Officers who live beyond thirty (30) miles of the corporate city limits will not be allowed to take home a city vehicle. Sworn Police Officers who reside within thirty (30) miles of the corporate city limits will be required to take a city vehicle home to meet department response requirement, unless otherwise approved by the Chief of Police." Eligibility and Requirements Police officer candidates must be a minimum of 21 years old at the time of graduation from the police academy. Any candidate must be a United States citizen. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED equivalency certification. Candidates must possess a valid Arizona driver's license at time of employment. Candidates must demonstrate: A. Per Arizona Administrative Code; Title 13; Rule 13-4-107 the applicant must successfully complete an AZPOST physical examination made by a licensed professional to include a review of the applicant’s medical history. B. The physician shall order tests, obtain medical records, and require specialist or functional examinations and evaluations that the examining physician deems necessary to determine the applicant’s ability to perform all the essential functions of the job of peace officer. Candidates must not have been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Arizona. Candidates must not have been convicted of an misdemeanor criminal offense involving moral turpitude in Arizona or in any state or federal jurisdiction where the commission of such an criminal offense would be a misdemeanor as defined by the Arizona Revised Statutes. Candidates must not have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces. Candidates must not have been previously denied certified status, had a certification revoked, or have current certified status under suspension pursuant to AZ POST Section R13-4-109. Candidates must not have used marijuana within the past 6 months; illegally possessed, or used marijuana for any purpose within the past six months. B. used marijuana while employed or appointed as a peace officer. Candidates must not have illegally: A. used dangerous drugs or narcotics other than marijuana within the past seven years; B. used dangerous drugs or narcotics other than for experimentation. The use of dangerous drugs or narcotics is presumed to be greater than experimentation if the use exceeds five (5) times total, or exceeds one time since the age of 21 years; C. sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale any dangerous drugs or narcotics; or D. used dangerous drugs or narcotics while employed or appointed as a peace officer. Candidates must not have a pattern of abuse of prescription drugs. Candidates must not have been convicted of an violation of or adjudged to have violated traffic regulations governing themovement of vehicles with such a frequency so as to indicate disrespect for traffic laws and a disregard for the safety of other persons on the highway within the past three (3) years. Police officer candidates must possess an associate degree or equivalent number of units (60) from an accredited college or meet the requirements for the AZ POST and AAS in Administration of Justice through Cochise College. If applicants do not have a minimum of an associate degree or 60 college credits but have a minimum of 30 college credits or 30 joint Service Military Credits, they will qualify for employment if the following conditions are met after hire: Attend and graduate from an Arizona peace officer training academy that partners with an accredited college that awards college credits upon graduation from the academy (e.g. Pima Community College and the Southern Arizona Law Enforcement Training Center, Rio Salado Community College and the Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy, etc.), AND Upon graduation from the academy be awarded the required college credits to reach a combined total of 60 college credits, or be awarded an associate degree. Valid joint Service Credits must be L-lower, U-upper and G-Graduate. Vocational credits are not accepted. Testing Process Written Examination Physical Fitness Test Oral Board Interview Background Investigation** Psychological Examination** Polygraph Examination** Drug Screening AZPOST physical examination If a candidate is eliminated during the background, psychological, or polygraph phase of the selection process, they cannot re-apply for one year from the date of disqualification. Candidates for police officer must demonstrate that they are physically, mentally, and emotionally capable of executing the position requirements. Police officers are expected to be well-groomed, possess high moral standards, work well in a team effort setting, possess functional verbal and written communication skills, and work on a rotating shift schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr