LATERAL : Certified Peace Officer

Job Posting

Town of Camp Verde

$29.60 - $36.27 Hourly

Town Hall, AZ

Full Time

Job Number 27

Department : Camp Verde Marshal's Office

Opening Date : 07 / 10 / 2025

Reports To : Patrol Commander

General Purpose

LATERAL CERTIFIED POSITION (MUST BE A CERTIFIED SWORN OFFICER) Under limited supervision, and consistent with general orders, performs general duty and investigative police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work normally consists of routine patrol, preliminary investigations, and traffic control on assigned shifts. Incumbents may be assigned to work on special assignments, which necessitate specialized abilities and knowledge. Special assignments can be of short or long duration and are subject to reassignment or cancelation at the sole discretion of the Town Marshal, who may assign officers for cross training purposes or for reasons of departmental efficiency.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Prevents and discovers commission of crimes; apprehends criminals and offenders; makes presence known consistent with community policing and in a manner that contributes to deterrence and solving of crimes. Answers calls / radio complaints involving traffic, fire, vehicle accidents, robberies, domestic violence, neighborhood disturbances, and other misdemeanors, felonies, or service calls; secures accident and / or crime scene. Writes reports and completes forms and / or computer entries providing record of police activity and documentation for legal action reviewed by supervising personnel.
• Administers first aid, conducts preliminary investigations, gather evidence, identifies witnesses and issues citations or makes arrests if appropriate; interviews witnesses and victims, gathers information and prepare detailed reports; prepares cases for trial, including review of information, preparing physical evidence, conferring with attorneys and testifying.
• Participates in annual and other regular training programs in police methods and procedures, weapons training, proficiency skills and related subjects.
• Performs specialized duties such as Detective, K-9 Officer, School Resource Officer, FTO instructor, Firearms instructor, training officer, traffic control, crime prevention, community relations, and other specialized activities.
• Performs public relations duties such as problem resolution, comforting distraught citizens, offering information and guidance, participating in community activities and events, mediating disputes and demonstrating crime prevention techniques.
• Performs other related, similar or logical duties as assigned or required.

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Required Licenses or Certifications :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of :

Skill in :

Physical Demands / Work Environment :

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the Town and requirements of the job may change.

Education & Experience

Education and Experience : High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND meet all minimum qualifications as established by AzPOST. At least 30 hours of college credit or four years military experience desirable.

Employee Benefits

Major benefits for a full-time regular employee :

Town of Camp Verde

473 S. Main St. Suite 102 Site 102 Camp Verde, Arizona, 86322

Phone : 928-554-0011

Website : http : / / www.campverde.az.gov /