What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer I position at City of Rawlins?
JOIN OUR TEAM:
The Rawlins Police Department is looking for individuals ready to make a difference in a challenging but rewarding career. If you're looking for a long-term career, you're just the kind of person we're looking for.
Lifestyle:
Rawlins prides itself on its friendly faces and small-town values. We have breathtaking landscapes and unparalleled outdoor recreation - If you love the great outdoors, Rawlins, Carbon County is the place to be. Carbon County is 7,897 square miles from the mountains to the deserts. We are known for our gorgeous mountains, scenic vistas, and pristine rivers and streams. Our wide-open spaces and low population make for some of the best recreational opportunities found. Rawlins has a charming atmosphere of small boutiques, first-class restaurants, casual eateries, and beautiful parks.
Community:
We have a strong and positive relationship with our community. Our community still believes in and trusts its police. We depend on one another, and we know our neighbors. We embrace traditional core values such as honesty, equality, kindness, compassion, treating people the way you want to be treated, and helping those in need. Rawlins has comprehensive health care, room for family growth, and a school system that inspires excellence with small classroom sizes providing quality education for all students.
Opportunities:
The Rawlins Police Department offers many different instructor roles and specialties such as K-9 Officers, Firearms Instructor, Custody and Control Instructor, Bike Patrol, Drug Recognition Expert, Investigations, and School Resource Officer. We offer plenty of opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
Pay and Benefits:
Hiring Bonus: $2000 for new officers without prior experience and $3000 for Lateral Officers.
Competitive Pay: Starting pay for a new officer is $46,196 a year. Lateral Officers are highly encouraged to apply with starting wages dependent on experience. We offer increased rank pay and paid overtime. Officers are eligible to receive predetermined hourly increases for certifications and educational degrees.
Paid Insurance Premiums: The City of Rawlins pays all employee insurance premiums, a savings of $320 a month and $3840 a year for a family.
Tuition Reimbursement: In addition to providing police and job-related training, we value our employee's education and willingness to improve their skills set and offer a tuition reimbursement program.
Pension: You are eligible for a 20-year retirement at 50% of your top five earning years, 62.5% at 25 years, and 75% after 30 years.
No State Income Tax: Citizens of Wyoming do not pay personal or corporate state income taxes, no retirement income taxes, and enjoy low property and sales tax rates.
Take-Home Cars: The Rawlins Police Department has a take-home car program where each officer is assigned a take-home patrol car. Take-home cars add to the visibility of protection in the neighborhoods in which the officer lives.
Paid Academy: All new officers will attend the Wyoming Law Enforcement Academy. The Rawlins Police Department pays for the academy tuition while also paying the officer's salary. Experienced offices are encouraged to apply and may be eligible for peace officer certification reciprocity.
- Life Insurance
- Sick Leave
- 15 Vacation Days and 6 Holidays per year
- Dental and Vision Coverage available
- All necessary equipment provided: Duty Weapons, Vest, Uniforms, and Leather
Job Duties:
We are looking for dedicated police officers to perform various law enforcement duties and maintain public safety. The police officer's responsibilities will include patrolling areas, responding to calls, investigating diverse incidents, arresting suspects, and preparing incident reports.
To be successful as a police officer, you should be in good physical condition to pursue suspects and remain level-headed in stressful and dangerous situations. An outstanding Police Officer should be intuitive and able to exercise sound judgment.
- Enforcing local, state, and federal laws.
- Patrolling assigned geographic zones and responding to calls.
- Apprehending and transporting suspects.
- Interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects.
- Gathering and logging evidence.
- Writing citations, delivering warrants, and testifying in court.
- Preparing and providing accurate reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Preventing and investigating illegal activities, domestic disturbances, accidents, etc.
Requirements:
- 21 Years Old
- High School Diploma or evidence of an equivalent achievement
- U.S. Citizen
- Strong Moral Character
- No felony or domestic violence convictions
Applicants MUST complete and submit the Rawlins Police Department Application. Applications are available on the City of Rawlins website www.rawlinswy.gov under Employment. Feel free to call 307-324-4503 with any questions.
Salary : $3,840 - $46,196
