Recruit Police Officer - Goodyear, United States - City of Goodyear, AZ

City of Goodyear, AZ

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Goodyear, United States

4 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Description Summary:

Signing Bonus $4,000
Relocation Assistance

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$68,745.69/Annually after successful completion of Police Academy
Testing Date (review date for this testing will be May : Saturday, May 18, 202- City of Goodyear Police Officers patrol the city of Goodyear to enforce Arizona state laws and city ordinances. They respond to emergency situations, educate the public regarding safety and security, and perform administrative duties as required.

They must possess high ethical standards, actively participate in teamwork, and demonstrate knowledge of safety principals and an awareness of safety requirements at all times.

All applicants must be 21 years of age by graduation of the academy; a citizen of the United States; have a valid Driver's License; and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be able to pass required tests outlined below and a thorough background examination which includes a polygraph, psychological examination, medical examination, and drug screening.
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
Retirement Health Care
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
If these core values are on your list of personal attributes and you want to be a contributing member of Team Goodyear, come join us
PHYSICAL AGILITY EVALUATION

Date:
Saturday, May 18, 2024 with check-in approx. at 6:00 am and testing beginning shortly after

Location - Goodyear Police Department, 11 N 145th Ave, Goodyear, AZ 85338
All applicants will be required to complete a liability waiver prior to participating in the physical agility evaluation.

The Goodyear Police Department uses the Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT). The physical fitness evaluation is designed to give the applicant a chance to demonstrate his/her physical condition.
The physical evaluation consists of the following:
Run a 99-yard obstacle course
Lift and drag 165pound dummy
6foot chain link fence climb
6foot solid fence climb
500 yard run

ORAL BOARD INTERVIEWS:

Date:
Saturday,May 18, 2024

Location:
Goodyear City Hall
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ORAL BOARD 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.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION

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

POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION
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: 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.

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,