Police Recruit

Police Recruit

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Entry level classification for purpose of acquiring training to achieve Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST) certification. Duration not to exceed 10 months.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is related or a logical assignment to this class. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Attend a minimum of a twenty-two week training program under the supervision of instructors in a police academy approved by AZ POST to acquire the minimum and skills necessary to perform in Police Officer classification.
• Read and study instructional or informational material in order to achieve elementary working knowledge.
• Prepare and take written physical tests to prove knowledge and skill levels.
• Receive field training from certified Field Training Officer (FTO), utilizing and applying knowledge from classroom work; receive evaluations from FTO to track progress.
• Obtain certification upon meeting AZ POST established minimum standards and passing required examinations (or waiver examinations) within a six-month period.

Possess skills in:

• Analytical, objective observance of situations and quick decision-making.
• Managing situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and impartially.
• Recording information accurately and completely.

Will possess ability to:

• Serve our community with courtesy and respect.
• Pass written and physical agility examination.
• Pass oral board interview.
• Pass polygraph examination and drug test.
• Successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation including credit check, polygraph and psychological examination and meet the minimum POST standards for medical examination and physical ability.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• A High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

License and Certifications:

• A valid Arizona Driver's License at the time of appointment
• Must meet Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZ POST) and City of San Luis standards for appointment as a Police Officer

Special requirements:

• Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be at least 21 years of age by the time of graduation from the Police Academy

Desired/Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish
• San Luis, Arizona residency

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand; walk long distances; drive a vehicle; talk and hear, both in person and by radio; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment; engage in repetitive movements of hands and wrists; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, the use of both eyes, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and stand; walk long distances; drive a vehicle; talk and hear, both in person and by radio; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate equipment; engage in repetitive movements of hands and wrists; reach with hands and arms; stoop, bend, kneel and crouch and occasionally lift or move up to twenty-five pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, the use of both eyes, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

Work is performed in a standard office environment, and in the field on tactical assignments; may be exposed to physical attacks, hazardous chemicals, infectious and communicable diseases; may be required to physically restrain persons; must maintain a level of physical fitness to meet department standards. This job is classified as Safety Sensitive, and subject to Federal and state regulations.

The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development - Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position's minimum requirements. Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed 10 days after the posting date, and interviews will be conducted if a pool of qualified applicants is determined. Interested incumbents are encouraged to apply promptly. Candidates with the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.

To be considered, online applications MUST include all required documents listed under the Minimum Requirements section of the Job Posting. All documents should be uploaded as attachments. Please note: The online application must be completed in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.