Police Officer I (entry level)

GENERAL PURPOSE

A Police Officer is responsible for Administrative duties within the Police Department. These duties may include technical, administrative, management, investigative, crime prevention, interacting with public, and duties and responsibilities as are required under the job description of Road Patrol Officer, as necessary.

Functions And Duties

• Upholds and enforce the law impartially, to protect life, liberty, property, human rights and the dignity of the members of the public
• Patrol the city to preserve law and order
• Prevent and discover the commission of a crime, and enforce the criminal and traffic code of the State of Utah
• Provide a visible presence to deter crime and reassure the community
• Answer calls and complaints involving thefts, burglaries, assaults, and other misdemeanors and felony crimes
• Conduct preliminary investigations, identify, secure, and gather evidence
• Make arrests, prepare written reports, and testify in court
• ID individuals and locations at risk of being involved in crime
• Issues traffic citations; direct traffic, and investigate traffic accidents
• Works in partnership with businesses, groups and individuals
• Respond to citizen and community needs
• Demonstrate initiative and keep abreast of current trends, practices and programs by participating in career and professional development
• Maintain professional work habits and image

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Utah POST Certification
• Valid Utah Driver's License

Experience

• Prior experience is preferred but not mandatory

Knowledge

• Knowledge of law enforcement methods, and the applicable laws and ordinances
• Knowledge of the geography of the city

Skills/Abilities

• Use of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of numbers including decimals and fractions
• Use of simple formulas, charts, tables, drawing, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, use of adjustable measuring instruments, checking of reports, forms records and comparable data where some interpretation is required
• Intermediate knowledge of basic computer and technical skills
• Effective communication, both written & verbal
• Quality customer service, even in difficult circumstances
• Ethical decision-making ability and commitment
• Initiative and keeping up with current trends, practices and programs
• Split-second decision-making in life or death situations
• Handling stressful situations
• Handling animals
• Physical abilities: climbing, maintaining body equilibrium, bending, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, running, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, and hearing
• Using surveillance equipment, computers, firearms, handcuffs, spray, baton, and radio

Working Conditions

• Regularly works in hazardous or potentially hazardous conditions
• Frequently works with external customers on a regular basis

General Information

• The Pleasant Grove Police Department (PGPD) has 30 full-time Police Officers
• We are proud of our heritage and our culture of camaraderie and service
• We offer many specialty positions including: Patrol, Motors, SWAT, K9, Bicycle Patrol, Drone Pilot, Criminal Investigations, Special Victims Investigations, and Major Crimes Task Force
• Candidates with multiple years of experience will be considered for Police Officer II / III / IV positions, which is posted separately
• Pleasant Grove Offers Excellent Benefits, Including The Following Participation in Utah Retirement Systems (URS), including a full pickup (4.73%) of the Tier II Public Safety employee portion. Medical insurance plans with no employee premiums. Car per person, including take home policy. 120 hours of holiday time paid out annually to patrol officers. Numerous overtime opportunities. Additional pay increments for higher education attainment. 401k Match
• At this time, PGPD seeks experienced, Utah POST certified candidates. Candidates not POST certified, or currently enrolled in POST, will not be considered
• For questions or more information, please contact David Packard, HR Manager, at dpackard@pgcity.org or 801-922-4555 or contact Derick Shumway, Investigations Lieutenant, at Dshumway@pgcityutah.gov or 801-922-4552

Disclaimer

• The City of Pleasant Grove is an equal opportunity employer without regard to race, religion, sex, pregnancy, genetic information, age, national origin, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, or any other factor protected by the law
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation