Police Officer- Certified

Summary :

Under general supervision, performs a variety of law enforcement work associated with patrol, traffic enforcement, and investigations.

Minimum Qualifications :

Must possess Arizona POST certification as a Peace Officer with no lapse of certified status and be in good standing with current or previous employer. Must be 21 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and meet or exceed the physical standards established by the Arizona P.O.S. T. Must have a valid Arizona Driver's License and be able to meet the Community's insurance carrier requirements. Must be able to successfully complete an extensive background check, including a polygraph test, psychological evaluation and medical exam.

Examples of Duties :

• Patrols an assigned area of the Community in a radio-equipped vehicle checking businesses / residences, discovering / preventing criminal activities, and enforcing State / Community laws / ordinances.
• Responds to calls involving automobile accidents, assaults, domestic disturbances, and other criminal activities / civil complaints to secure the scene, conduct preliminary investigations, and establish law and order.
• Arrests, questions, and transports suspects and / or persons with outstanding arrest warrants to jail facilities.
• Ensures that arrested persons are processed (booked) into jail in accordance with State and Federal guidelines and Police Department and jail procedures.
• Prepares incident reports regarding all activities to facilitate preparation of prosecutable cases.
• Secures / investigates crime scenes to ensure that the collection, preservation, and handling of physical evidence and property meets established professional and legal standards.
• Gathers and records / preserves information and evidence.
• Interviews / interrogates victims, suspects, and witnesses to obtain and verify information pertinent to the investigation and resolution of a variety of criminal / potentially criminal incidents.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Other Requirements :

Classification Status :

This is a non-exempt position.

Disclaimer :

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Statement of Understanding :

I have read and understand this job description. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.