Police Officer - Lateral

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7546371 Were seeking lateral Police Officers to join the City of Kingman Police Department in a 24/7 operational environment. The role requires independent judgment when handling routine and complex situations and offers opportunities for specialized assignments as experience and training are gained. The Kingman Police Department is accredited through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program and was one of the first agencies in Arizona to receive this accreditation.\ **\ About You\ **You bring prior law enforcement experience and are comfortable handling enforcement, investigations, and public interactions in a 24/7 operational environment. You exercise independent judgment, maintain detailed records, and uphold ethical and professional standards while working collaboratively with other officers and agencies. ::: {pasted="true"} Why KPD? ::: We provide a competitive benefits package that promotes work-life balance and long-term career growth. Officers enjoy every other weekend off, take-home vehicles, fully paid gear and uniforms, paid training, excellent paid time off, and opportunities for specialized assignments. We are proud to train and develop our officers through in-house instruction and our regional academy.[These are a few of the benefits that make the Kingman Police Department the choice for those wishing to continue their law enforcement career.]{pasted="true"} ## What You'll Do For The City Of Kingman Patrol, Enforcement & Emergency Response (45%): Patrol assigned areas, respond to dispatched calls, enforce criminal and traffic laws, make arrests, conduct searches, control crowds, direct traffic, and respond to emergencies including evacuations and hazardous situations to ensure public safety and welfare. Investigations & Evidence Handling (25%): Conduct at-scene and follow-up investigations, interview witnesses and suspects, collect and preserve evidence, prepare investigative findings, serve subpoenas and warrants, testify in court, and support the judicial process. **Community Interaction & Public Assistance (15%):**Interact with the public, mediate disputes, assist individuals in need, perform welfare and security checks, communicate with informants, and maintain professional working relationships with community members and partner agencies. Reporting, Records & Professional Standards (15%): Prepare detailed reports, maintain required records accurately and timely, operate law enforcement tools and systems, maintain proficiency with equipment, follow department policies, work safely, and support department operations through regular attendance and professionalism.