Job Title: Non Certified/Certified Police Officer
Salary range: $19.75-$22.31 DOE
Location: Willcox, AZ
Department: Public Safety
Hours: Full Time
Job Description: Under general supervision, performs a variety of law enforcement functions including patrol, investigation, crime prevention, and community relations for the City of Willcox Police Department.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND 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. Patrols assigned City streets and neighborhoods to ensure the safety, security and protection of the community.Drives a marked patrol unit and/or patrols on bicycle to deter, observe, and investigate criminal activity.Assists with preventing the commission of crimes and maintaining civil order.Conducts a variety of patrol functions to create a visible presence in the community and provide assistance to the public; monitors home and building security after hours and when residents are away.Responds to criminal, traffic and civil calls for service including assaults, burglaries, domestic disturbances, robberies, and automobile accidents.Apprehends and arrests perpetrators who have committed criminal offenses.Monitors traffic for speed/traffic violations; conducts traffic stops, informs drivers of traffic violations, and issues traffic citations accordingly; detains and arrests individuals that are creating a risk for themselves and others on the roadways.Responds to and investigates traffic accidents; directs traffic at accident scenes to assist in preventing further accidents or injuries from occurring.Prepares and submits daily reports documenting criminal activity and traffic accidents.Provides assistance to other agencies regarding accidents, warrants for arrest, and domestic dispute calls for service.Assists other Police Officers with calls for service.Maintains all assigned departmental equipment, vehicles and supplies.May assist with training new Police Officers and/or serve on DUI Task Forces as required.Performs other duties as assigned or required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one (1) year experience as a sworn Police Officer; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must be 21 years old.
Certifications/Licenses Required: AZ POST Peace Officer Certification and a valid Arizona Driver's License are required.
**Applicants who do not have AZ Post Certification must successfully complete the AZ Post Academy.
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