Lateral Police Officer

POSITION DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Protects life and property through the enforcement of criminal laws, education, crime prevention, communication, and partnerships with the community through patrolling routes, responding to emergency situations and complaints, accident investigations and hostage negotiations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*

Position Specific Summary

The Police Officer position at the City of Tucson's Police Department protects life and property through the enforcement of criminal laws, education, crime prevention, and communication. This position partners with the community through patrolling routes, responding to emergency situations and complaints, and collision investigations.

Work is performed under the supervision of a police sergeant. This position does not supervise.

Duties and Responsibilities

Calls for Service (45%) - Essential

Responds to routine and emergency calls by contacting the reporting person and witnesses, and determining the nature of the call, and action to be taken. Conducts follow-up investigations and makes arrests when appropriate.

Investigates crimes by interviewing witnesses and victims, dusting for fingerprints, gathering, tagging and storing evidence, taking photographs, confirming status of stolen property, initiating recovery procedures, and preparing reports. Acts in a higher capacity temporarily as needed by directing other officers at a crime scene.

Proactive Patrol (25%) - Essential

Performs patrol duties by traveling through designated areas, searching for suspicious, hazardous, or criminal activity, conducting field interviews with suspected offenders, and making arrests when appropriate. Enforces criminal and traffic laws by conducting traffic stops and issuing warnings and/or citations.

Training and Reporting (15%) - Essential

Completes incident and statistical reports. Trains officers in field procedures, decision making, and police tactics.

Attends court to testify about involvement in work related to criminal investigations. Attends regular in-service trainings to maintain police certifications, improve proficiency with police related tools and tactics, and implement new concepts in policing.

Outreach (10%) - Essential

Educates the community by teaching classes at schools, conducting block watch meetings, making public presentations, and answering inquiries regarding legal and safety issues. Assists with crime prevention by attending public meetings and sharing crime trends.

Other Duties (5%) - Non-Essential

Directs interns, volunteers or temporary employees.

Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

This position involves indoor and outdoor work with heavy exposure to extreme physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazards. Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

May be required to work mandatory overtime.

• All duties, responsibilities, and percentage of time listed are subject to change.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

No experience

Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent

or a related field.

Work Experience:

Must be at least 21 years of age; be a citizen of the United States; have at least two (2) years of driving experience; have no felony convictions or drug abuse; and be AZPOST certified, or certified in another state with the ability to obtain an AZPOST waiver.

Skills:

License/Certifications:

Languages:

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:

Position Title:

Police Officer

Department Name:

Police Department

Department Link:

https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Police

FTE%:

100

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Position Type:

Regular

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Minimum Hiring Salary: $29.44

Dependent upon experience, qualifications, and successful completion of any applicable job training

Full Hourly Range: $29.44 - 41.42 USD

In accordance with pay transparency, the salary reflected in this posting is the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Salary placement is typically between the minimum and mid-point of the salary range.

The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions.The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings.

With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer six weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours.

You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.

POSTING INFORMATION

Posting Close Date:

Applicants must submit their completed application by 07-08-2024 at 11:59 p.m. MST

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please see the special application instructions below and follow the directions for applying to this position.

Special Instructions:

This position is ONLY open to individuals who are currently POST certified as a law enforcement officer in another state or who are currently AZPOST certified.

Applicants for this position will be required to complete a Preliminary Applicant Questionnaire which will be emailed separately.

Additional requirements of the Lateral Police Officer position:

• Must be 21 years of age

• Must be a US Citizen

• Must have a valid and unrestricted Class D driver license

• No felony convictions or drug abuse

• Must be AZPOST Certified or certified in another state with the ability to obtain an AZPOST waiver (see below)

In lieu of attending the Public Safety Academy, applicants who are currently certified as a peace officer in another state may be eligible to obtain the AZPOST certification through the waiver process. To be eligible for this process, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1.Have previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or federal agency

2.Have completed basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course

3.Obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency

4.Meet all of the minimum qualifications for certification as an Arizona Peace Officer

Applicants who are offered a position and meet the additional eligibility requirements for the waiver process must pass the following components the AZ Post Basic assessment to maintain employment with TPD: written exam, firearms qualification, tactical driving qualification, and Peace Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT).

If an applicant cannot obtain AZPOST certification, they may be required to attend and successfully complete the Public Safety Academy to maintain employment with TPD.

For more information on the waiver test qualifications process and timelines, please visit the AZPOST waiver website: https://post.az.gov/certification/waiver-process.

All probationary employees in this classification are subject to random drug screening during their EIGHTEEN MONTH PROBATIONARY PERIOD with the Tucson Police Department.

The hiring process includes an application/resume screening and a screening panel interview that is scheduled for the week of July 29, 2024. The scheduled start date for this position is Friday, November 15, 2024.

Important details regarding the Police Officer position:

• Incumbents will be required to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

• Overtime will be required as necessary.

• The probation period is 18 months.

• Incumbents will be exposed to highly sensitive and graphic crime scenes and calls for service.

• Incumbents will be frequently exposed to severe weather conditions to include excessive heat and heavy rain.

For more information regarding the Lateral Police Officer, including pay rates, please visit jointucsonpd.org.

Background Check: This position has been designated to require a criminal background check.

CITY OF TUCSON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD). Click for more information from ACRD about employment discrimination and how to file a complaint with ACRD

The City of Tucson employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at EmployeeLeaves@tucsonaz.gov or 520-791-2619.