What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Fayetteville Arkansas Police Department?
12-hour$5,000 Signing Bonus!
TEST DATE April 11, 2025!
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fayettevillear/jobs/4802133/police-officer-candidate-pool-2025-02735?keywords=police&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
The written examination, physical fitness examination, and interviews will be held on April 11, 2025.
Employment with the Fayetteville Police Department provides an excellent opportunity for a law enforcement career with a professional and progressive department. Once employed, new recruits are issued all equipment and uniforms necessary for the job.
The next testing date is April 11, 2025. All qualifying applicants who apply at the above link will be given test information upon application completion, and prior to the testing date. Application deadline is April 7, 2025.
Training
Recruits are required to attend a 13-week Basic Police Training Course at the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy. The academy training includes topics such as:
- Accident investigation
- Criminal law
- Defensive tactics
- Drug enforcement
- Firearms training
- Report writing
While at the academy, recruits are paid a full salary of a first year officer. Upon graduation from the academy, the new officers begin an 18-week Field Training Program. This program is designed to give them on the job training with an experienced police officer and allow them to work on various patrol shifts. After completing the Field Training Program, new officers are assigned to a patrol shift and evaluated throughout their 18-month probationary period.
Special Assignments
Officers also receive individual training opportunities to enhance job performance and develop specialized skills throughout their careers. After the probationary period, an officer has the opportunity to apply for a variety of specialized assignments, such as:
- Bike
- Community Policing
- Computer Forensics
- Crisis Negotiator
- Detective
- Emergency Response Team
- K9 Handler
- Motorcycle
- Narcotics
- School Resource Officer
- Honor Guard
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $55,757.52 - $80,130.96 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12-hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Signing bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fayetteville, AR 72701: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Qualifications
- Strong report writing and law enforcement skills
- Proficient in driving and conflict management
- Experience in criminal investigation and surveillance
- Certification in first aid and CPR
- Leadership abilities, with a background in military service preferred
Responsibilities
- Enforce laws and maintain public order through regular patrols and community engagement.
- Write detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations.
- Manage conflict situations with effective communication and de-escalation techniques.
- Provide first aid and CPR in emergency situations, ensuring the safety of individuals.
- Conduct surveillance and gather evidence for criminal investigations.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies and community organizations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,757.52 - $80,130.96 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Are you 21 years of age or older?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,758 - $80,131