What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer (Lateral) position at City of El Mirage, AZ?
Salary : $29.60 - $43.73 Hourly
Location : Police Department - 12401 W. Cinnabar Ave. El Mirage, AZ
Job Type : Full-time
Job Number : FY25-00028
Department : Police-Operations
Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 2 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Arizona
Summary
Are you a Sworn Police Officer wanting to Police with Purpose?
The El Mirage Police Department is Hiring!
We're recruiting lateral Police Officers....join our team!
Would you like to relocate, start fresh at a new department, seek new challenges, or increase balance with work and family? The City of El Mirage offers a rare environment, a hidden gem in a career field that's constantly evolving. We are seeking officers who are proactive, community-minded, want to gain experience, and make a difference. El Mirage is located close to activities, sports, and entertainment and has a lower cost of living.
It's been said that you must see it and feel it, not just hear it. Come ride along with one of our officers to see the family environment in our department and feel the support from our community.
We value our relationship with the community and enjoy strong support from the residents, city council and city management. We have a modern police facility, a fleet of new vehicles, on-site gym, up-to-date equipment and the latest in technology. We will provide you with the training, experience, and tools to work efficiently and be the best you can be!
We are a true family of officers and value the talent and contributions of each individual member. Within our department, you are not just a number or a face in the crowd. We will get to know you, support you, and offer you the opportunity to make a real difference in our community.
Growth opportunities and special assignments such as field training officer, motor officer, K-9 handler, detective, school resource officer, and task forces are available, along with opportunities for a variety of skill sets.
Police Officer (lateral) pay starts up to $43.73 per hour ($90, 958 annually), depending on qualifications.
In addition to the many opportunities and assignments, we offer the following benefits and specialty pays to eligible employees :
- Field Training Officer (FTO) : 5% base hourly rate
- Deferred Compensation : $35.00 employer contribution per pay period
- Uniform Allowance : $675 at academy graduation or upon start, and up to $1,350 per year
- Bilingual Pay : $0.75 per hour
- Shift Pay : $0.50 to $1.00 per hour
- Standby Pay : $2.00 per hour
- Call Out : 2 hours minimum
- Court Appearance : 2 hours minimum
- Health and Dental Insurance : City pays 100% of employee only health and dental premiums for base health and dental plans
- Tuition Assistance : 100% reimbursement per credit hour up to $4,000 per calendar year.
- Vacation Leave : Up to 80 hours the first year, and 10 additional hours for each year of service thereafter, up to 180 hours per year
- Sick Leave : Up to 96 hours per year
- Service Award Leave : Up to 40 hours per year
- Holiday Pay : 10 hours holiday pay for 10 holidays
- Sick Leave Conversion at Retirement : Employees with a minimum of 1000 hours of accrued and unused sick at retirement, are eligible for pay of an amount of compensation equal to 40%. Employees with a minimum of 1400 hours, eligible for compensation equal to 60%.
Come grow with our organization!
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JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Job Classification Title : Police Officer
Working Title(s) : Police Officer
FLSA Status : NE
Safety Sensitive : Yes
Pay Grade : MOU Police Officer
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities and requirements. The essential duties and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned as determined by the City of El Mirage.
This class is the second level in a four level Sworn Police series. Incumbents ensure the safety and security of municipal streets, buildings, residences, and neighborhoods; enforce ordinances and laws; respond to calls; conduct investigations and provide other assigned law enforcement and public safety duties.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Organizational Role : Paraprofessional-Operational
Supervision Exercised : None
Budget Authority : None
Competency Rank(s) : N / A
Essential Functions
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the City's needs.
KNOWLEDGE
SKILLS
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience :
High school diploma or GED supplemented by specialized training or college-level course work in law enforcement or related field; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience. Must be at least 21 years of age and a United States citizen.
Certifications / Licenses :
Safety Sensitive Assignment(s) :
CONTINUING EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
ADA INFORMATION
Type of Work :
Heavy Work : Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move, lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Physical Requirements :
The following physical activities are essential to the performance of the job : climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, running, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, repetitive motions.
Work Environment / Conditions :
Inside and outside and operating a vehicle. Environmental conditions include moderate exposure to hazardous materials, extreme temperatures, disruptive people, and imminent danger or threats. There is infrequent exposure to intense noise.
Supplemental Information
The City reserves the right to consider only the most qualified applicants for the succeeding examination processes. Application and review (Training and Experience Evaluation) and Interview. Appointment subject to successful completion of extensive pre-employment background examinations.
When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for a qualified applicant with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.
The City of El Mirage is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of El Mirage offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees including :
Workweek
Compressed Workweek / Alternate Work Options
Holidays
The City provides paid time off to eligible employees on the holidays listed below.
Holiday Closure
City offices are closed between 12 / 26 and 12 / 31. This closure is based on continued essential services such as Police, Fire, etc. Employees who work during the holiday closure receive a bank of paid leave hours (according to policy or MOU).
Paid Leave
Health and Wellness
Life Insurance
Retirement
Supplemental Benefits
Additional Information
The City of El Mirage is a member of the Arizona Metropolitan Trust (AzMT), an employee benefits consortium. Additional information is available at :
Benefits are subject to change.
Refer to the Personnel Policy Manual for current policy provisions and / or Memorandum of Understandings for Police and Fire.
Please indicate years of full-time experience as a peace officer.
Have you graduated from a law enforcement academy?
Which best describes your current standing?
If you are an out-of-state applicant, have you been actively working two of the past three years as a full-time, certified peace officer?
Please indicate your highest level of education completed.
Do you have or are you able to possess a valid Arizona driver license?
Why do you want to work for the City of El Mirage as a Police Officer (Lateral)?
How did you hear about this position?
Required Question
Salary : $90 - $4,000
