Patrol Officer- Mountain Home, Arkansas

Looking for an opportunity to serve your community? The City of Mountain Home currently has an opening for a full time Certified Law Enforcement Officer. Starting wage will be based on experience and certifications.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Patrol Officer works under the immediate supervision of the Patrol Sergeant and is responsible for performing vehicle police patrol, investigations, traffic regulation and related law enforcement activities. This position is governed by law enforcement procedures, state and federal laws, department policy, and must always work with civility and professionalism.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

a) Patrols businesses, residential areas and city parks using an equipped patrol car; assists motorists and enforces motor vehicle and criminal laws including issuing citations and making arrests; books, guards and escorts prisoners; operates the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) machine; deals with juvenile offenders and assists other law enforcement agencies.

b) Responds and investigates calls for service; protects crime scenes; assists CID when requested; collects and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects; takes reports from the general public and businesses; investigates conditions and causes of accidents; prepares accident reports; directs traffic and controls activities in disaster areas; and makes contacts with business owners and residents to assist them in addressing problems of a law enforcement nature.

c) Performs daily maintenance and equipment checks on patrol unit and maintains a professional appearance through upkeep and maintenance of uniform and duty equipment and oneself.

d) Appears in court to testify in traffic violations and criminal cases; and submits reports as requested.

e) Becomes and remains familiar with patrol areas, geographic locations, known offenders, neighborhood routines, and potential problem areas.

f) Participates in department training.

g) Serves as a community resource for residents and directs them to appropriate agencies and organizations to deal with community problems.

h) Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned

i) Proficient with all systems used in Patrol. NCIC/ACIC, Fingerprint Machine, Accident/Incident reporting systems, and online citation software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

a) Must be at least 21 years of age.

b) Be a citizen of the United States.

c) Possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.

d) The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Certified as a Law Enforcement Officer by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training as established by Arkansas Code 12-9-204.

Must successfully complete training equivalent to the basic jail course offered by the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy or the Department of Corrections, or if a Certified Law Enforcement Officer, be certified by the Chief of Police that the incumbent is knowledgeable of the standards. Must meet the medical standards required by Law Enforcement Minimum Standards. Must pass a health examination for communicable diseases.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.44 per hour

Benefits:

• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Military leave
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Law Enforcement Officer Certification (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17