Job Description
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Palmer Police Department, AK
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 24-00047
Department: Police
Opening Date: 12/05/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: N/A
Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission. Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Leaving sections of the application blank, noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
At time of application, applicants are requested to submit: - Copy of academic transcripts (unofficial are okay, please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to meet the minimum qualifications.
- Three (3) professional references, two of which must be from a current or former supervisor .
- Reference requests are automatically sent upon submission of your application.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be sure to read each question carefully, answers cannot be changed once your application is submitted. Supplemental questions regarding certification, licenses or experience will be verified against information in your application and/or resume, failing to list required experience may cause your application to be denied.
EDUCATION If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or within 48 hours of the close of this recruitment to the contact person listed below.
EEO STATEMENT The City of Palmer complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-907-761-1302. The City of Palmer is an equal opportunity employer.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE POLICY In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 the City of Palmer prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use by an employee of a controlled substance as defined in Schedules I through V of Section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 USC 812), and as further defined by policy at 21 CFR 1308.11 - 1308.15 is prohibited in any workplace of the city.
Any individual who conducts business for the city, applies for a position or conducts business on the city's property is covered by the drug-free workplace policy. The policy includes, but is not limited to, all employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, and applicants.
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General Functions/Distinguishing Characteristics Police work in the protection of life and property and preservation of peace through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.
Police officers are required to interact with victims, criminal suspects, departmental employees, other agency employees, and the general public. After successful completion of the basic police academy and fourteen week field training program, they must have a working knowledge of laws, rules, court decisions relating to criminal/victim rights, civil rights, criminal justice and law enforcement procedures, City of Palmer Ordinances, department policies and procedures; knowledge of scientific methods of crime detection, criminal identification and radio communication; knowledge of governing laws and ordinances; thorough knowledge of the geography of the town; the ability to maintain cooperative relationships with City officials and the general public; ability to evaluate the effectiveness of criminal investigative procedures; ability to write clearly and accurately to prepare their own reports and court documents; ability to testify clearly and accurately in court; resourcefulness and sound judgement in emergencies; the Police Officer I must be characterized by unquestionable personal and professional character and integrity, be free of cultural and ethnic bias, maintain a strong ethical code in both personal and professional life, desire to diligently protect and serve the community through courage, compassion and respect, and display personal conduct above reproach.
Essential Functions & Duties Police Officer I: - Patrol the City of Palmer to preserve the peace, prevent criminal operations and enforce traffic and other state laws and city ordinances
- Uses force necessary to affect arrests of suspects
- Prepare police reports and other required documents to support prosecution
- Collect, categorize and process evidence
- Photograph and diagram crime scenes
- Interview witnesses
- Interview and/or interrogate suspects
- Operate electronic investigative equipment as required
- Be cognizant of data recover/forensic techniques and resources
- Remain current on emerging governing case law
- Testify in court or other proceedings as required
- Maintain confidentiality as required
- Work independently of constant supervision
- Develop and maintain relations with personnel of other agencies
- Perform other duties as directed
Police Officer II: - Patrol the City of Palmer to preserve the peace, prevent criminal operations and enforce traffic and other state laws and city ordinances
- Uses force necessary to affect arrests of suspects
- Prepare police reports and other required documents to support prosecution
- Collect, categorize and process evidence
- Photograph and diagram crime scenes
- Interview witnesses
- Interview and/or interrogate suspects
- Operate electronic investigative equipment as required
- Be cognizant of data recover/forensic techniques and resources
- Remain current on emerging governing case law
- Testify in court or other proceedings as required
- Maintain confidentiality as required
- Work independently of constant supervision
- Acts as Field Training Officer if assigned
- Perform other duties as directed
THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED BY PERSON(S) ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED OF PERSONNEL IN THIS POSITION. ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Personal Qualifications Police Officer I: - High School diploma
- Must meet the employment standards outlined in Alaska Administrative Code 13AAC 85.010-040 and be able to obtain basic police certification
- Within eighteen months, must have successfully completed the Basic Police Academy, Field Training Program, City of Palmer probationary period and the probationary period required by the State of Alaska for police certification
- Ability to clearly articulate both orally and in writing
- Must be able to maintain an APSIN security clearance
- Must maintain required certifications and obtain ongoing education as may be required. Example include, but are not limited to, National Incident Command Systems, Criminal Interview & Interrogation, First Responder First-Aid/CPR/AED, Data Master, RADAR, etc.
- Valid Alaska Driver's License
Police Officer II: - High School diploma
- Must meet the employment standards outlined in Alaska Administrative Code 13AAC 85.010-040 and be able to obtain a basic police certification
- Successful completion of the basic police academy
- Successful completion of the City of Palmer probationary period AND the twelve-month probationary period required for police officer certification which includes any complete or modified Field Training Program
- Ability to clearly articulate both orally and in writing
- Must be able to maintain an APSIN security clearance
- Must maintain required certifications and obtain ongoing education as may be required. Example include, but are not limited to, National Incident Command Systems, Field Training Officer Course, First Responder First-Aid/CPR/AED, Data Master, RADAR, Police Weapons Armorer course, Death Investigation Training, At Scene Traffic Accident Investigation, Sexual Assault Response Team Training, Narcotics Investigations, Domestic Violence Investigations, Active Shooter, etc..
- Valid Alaska Driver's License
A police Officer I may have to go the Sitka Academy there is a physical fitness test that is a prerequisite to get into the academy. As a result all Police Officer I candidates will need to pass a physical fitness test prior to going to the academy that consists of 10 pushups, 17 setup's and a 1.5 mile run in under 17 minutes. Additionally in order to graduate from the Sitka Academy each cadet must pass the physical agility test with a minimum of 32 pushups, 32 setups and a 1.5 mile run in 14 minutes and 29 seconds or less.
The benefits outlined below are for eligble full-time employees who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week.
Health, dental and vision insurance is available thru Premera BCBS. The City provides a life insurance policy thru MetLife as well as a short-term disability (STD) policy and an employee assistance program is available to all City employees (regardless of the number of hours worked) in addition to thier eligible dependents.
All employees in this category are enrolled in the State of Alaska Division of Retirement PERs program.
Supplemental benefits are available from Colonial Life, AFLAC, Allstate and MetLife as well as several 457 plans. These supplemental benefits are employee paid.
Information regarding leave benefits can be viewed in Palmer Municipal Code, Title 4 at or by contacting Human Resources at humanresources@palmerak.org City of Palmer, AK
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