Police Officer

Overview

This is law enforcement work in the protection of life and property through patrol, investigation of a specialized nature, assistance to citizens, arrest and detention, and related activities. Work involves prevention of crime, the enforcement of laws and ordinances, investigations of a specialized nature, crime scene investigations, apprehension of criminals, internal investigations, special assignments, patrolling of assigned areas, enforcement of traffic regulations, and accident and crime scene investigations. The position requires the ability to act with independence and exercise independent judgment in meeting complex emergency situations. Work is performed with independence within established policies and procedures and is reviewed by superiors through observation of effectiveness and results via reports, observations, and discussions.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
• Responds to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and other calls.
• Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, and securing crime scenes.
• Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; subpoenas witnesses.
• Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary.
• Assists motorists and provides traffic direction as needed for events (parades, funerals, events, and school crossings).
• Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary and serves court orders.
• Transports prisoners and provides security for Municipal Court.
• Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports; inspects and maintains assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment.
• Performs specialized duties as assigned and performs related duties.

Qualifications

Necessary Special Requirements

Must meet the requirements outlined by APOSTC and related legal criteria as applicable.

Hiring & Selection Steps

Candidates selected to move to the next step will be required to complete a Supplemental Application - Background Packet. The packet will be emailed with specific instructions and deadlines.

Candidates who complete and return the Supplemental Application will be invited to take the Written Assessment and Physical Agility / Ability Test (PAT). Details will be provided around December 1, 2025.

A thorough background investigation will be conducted on all candidates who attend the Written Assessment / PAT.

Candidates who pass the written assessment and PAT may be scheduled for an in-person interview.

Successful candidates may receive an offer contingent on pre-employment screenings, including : pre-employment physical, drug & alcohol screening, background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological exam, reference checks, and employment / education verifications.

Notes on Process Duration

Depending on when you apply online, the Police Officer hiring process may take up to 6 months.

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