Police Detective - Goodyear, United States - City of Goodyear, AZ

City of Goodyear, AZ

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Goodyear, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Description Summary:

Signing Bonus $6,000
Relocation Assistance** 40 Hours of Vacation
Starting annual salary $70,807 $94,889 (nonexempt) depending on years of service
At the city of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals that are committed to build and maintain a highly engaged workforce. You will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and careerbuilding. You will thrive in a culture of innovation.
The city of Goodyear offers the following benefits:
Medical clinic usage at no cost to employee
Take home vehicle for police officers
Highest uniform allowance in the Valley
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Paid time off
Up to $5,250 for Tuition Assistance and many other benefits

We believe that successful employees are those that possess six core values:

Adaptability - Innovation - Empathy - Integrity - Initiative - Optimism

All lateral applicants will be required to complete and pass physical agility testing, oral board interview, and an extensive background investigation.

Prior to hiring applicants will need to demonstrate firearms proficiency by successfully passing the AZPOST daylight qualification course of fire.

A review of the Goodyear website is highly encouraged.

POLICE OFFICER PROCESSING PROCEDURES:

PHYSICAL AGILITY EVALUATION
The physical fitness evaluation is designed to give the applicant a chance to demonstrate his/her physical condition. The Goodyear Police Department uses the Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT).
All applicants will be required to complete a liability waiver prior to participating in the physical agility evaluation.

The physical evaluation consists of the following:

Run a 99yard obstacle course
Lift and drag 165pound dummy
6foot chain link fence climb
6foot solid fence climb
500 yard run

ORAL BOARD PANEL INTERVIEW

All applicants passing the physical agility testing will be interviewed and evaluated by an interview panel made up of, but not limited to, officers and employees of the police department.

Applicants will be graded on their problem-solving abilities, interpersonal and communication skills, demeanor, and appearance.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

After successful completion of the oral interview, applicants continuing in the process will be given a background packet to initiate the extensive background investigation.

POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION

After successful completion of the background investigation, applicants will be given a polygraph examination administered by a qualified, state-licensed police polygraph examiner.

The examination will cover criminal activity, drug usage, truthfulness, integrity and employment history.

PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION
The psychological evaluation consists of two parts: a series of written tests and an interview with a certified psychologist.

CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE SCREENING AND MEDICAL EVALUATION
Applicants will be required to submit to a controlled substance screening and medical examination.

Minus taxes and should new hire resign within 12 months of hire, the signing bonus received will be refunded to the city by deduction from your final pay checks.

**Should new hire resign within 24 months of hire, the relocation assistance received will be refunded to the city, prorated, by deduction from your final pay checks.

Essential Functions:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

Performs patrol duties by traveling through designated areas, searching for suspicious, hazardous or criminal activity, field interviewing suspected offenders, and making arrests.
Responds to both routine and emergency calls including hazardous materials incidents by contacting the reporting person and witnesses, and determining the nature of call and action to be taken.
Follows up on calls by locating suspects, victims, and witnesses, processing and booking suspects, completing report of the incident, submitting report to prosecutor and appearing in court.
Educates the community by teaching classes at schools, conducting block watch meetings, making public presentations, and answering inquiries regarding legal and safety issues.
Performs administrative duties by proposing, writing, and reviewing departmental policy, completing statistical reports, training officers, and participating in department/City process improvement teams.

Requirements:

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Formal Education/Knowledge:Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. High school diploma or equivalent is required.

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Experience:No experience needed.

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Certifications and Other Requirements:Valid Ar