Police Officer

Job Summary

The Police Officer performs law enforcement, crime prevention duties and other general police services in the preservation of public safety, property, prevention, detection, and investigation of crimes; enforces Federal, State, Tribal Laws, and ordinances.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

The Police Officer :

• Patrols assigned areas, investigates activities, performs surveillance, and enforces local, state, and federal laws as necessary for safety and security.
• Responds to calls for service pertaining to criminal activities / civil complaints; secures the scene, conducts preliminary investigations, and establishes law and order.
• Conducts follow-up investigations as assigned, appears in court to present evidence, and testifies as needed.
• Prepares, reviews, and revises reports; ensures accuracy and completeness.
• Compiles information for further analysis and use by supervising officers.
• Prepares for and prevents criminal activity through proper training and effective safety procedures; attends training as required for certification.
• Participates in community events to promote the department's image and programs.
• Performs the functions of a police officer and must demonstrate the ability to perform any related duties that may arise.
• Prepares written replies to correspondence.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as requested by supervisor or director.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of :

Skills and Abilities :

Education, Certifications and Experience Required

Required : High School Diploma or a GED Certificate, plus six (6) months experience as Police Recruit or trainee with the Pascua Yaqui Police Department.

Preferred : Lateral Police Officer applicants must be certified Police Officers in the State of Arizona and must have one (1) year experience as a certified officer.

Additional Requirements :

Special Requirements :

In addition to meeting P.O.S.T. requirements, must be able to :

Benefits

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe provides 22 days of Paid Time Off which increases with years of service and 15 paid holidays per year. We offer a comprehensive healthcare benefit package that surpasses or rivals the biggest organizations in Tucson. We encourage you to stay healthy by providing an onsite Wellness Center. Additionally, the Tribe offers a 401(k) Plan with a generous match in which you're immediately vested along with a profit sharing plan after one year of employment. Sworn police and fire employees are eligible to make Pre-Tax and After-Tax contributions to the Arizona Public Safety Personnel Retirement Systems ("PSPRS").