Lateral Police Officer

Job Summary:

In cooperation with the community, performs patrol, investigative, service and enforcement functions, provides for the safety of the public, and performs related duties as required. Provides good customer service, communicates courteously and responsively, and provides effective and efficient service to the public co-workers.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Patrols on foot and/or in a radio equipped patrol car or boat within tribal jurisdiction to prevent violations of tribal laws, codes, and ordinances.
• Performs complex investigation, renders service, enforces traffic and criminal laws, and generally provides for the safety of the public.
• Enforces tribal laws, codes, and ordinances. issues warnings and citations where appropriate and makes arrests when necessary.
• Seizes equipment and evidence relative to violation for disposition by the courts.
• Reads and applies department policies, rules, regulations, instruction, laws and ordinances, and general literature pertaining to policing.
• Prepares written reports and memoranda summarizing information. Uses computers for reports, communication, and information retrieval.
• Testifies and presents evidence in court.
• Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Responsible for safety of self, others, materials and equipment.
• May be assigned specialty duties such as Community Relations Officer, Drug Task Force, River and Swift Water Rescue or K-9 Unit.
• May be assigned duties under the Chehalis Tribe Emergency Management Plan and Program.

Minimum Qualifications:

LATERAL POSITION: High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Advanced education is preferred. Must meet physical evaluation board standards upon hire. Basic Police Academy Certification recognized by the State of Washington or Bureau of Indian Affairs Basic Police Program required. Two years directly related experience as a Police Officer required. Prefer experience with American Indian/Alaska Native communities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Police Officer: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Police Academy Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35 - $45