Police Officer

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Police Officer to join our team at the City of Valdez, AK. As a Police Officer, you will be responsible for enforcing laws, maintaining public safety, and providing excellent service to our community.

• Enforce local, state, and federal laws and municipal codes
• Patrol the city to respond to citizens' requests for assistance, enforce traffic regulations, detect crime, apprehend violators, and ensure public safety
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service; interrogate and communicate with victims, witnesses, and suspects in cases; identify and collect evidence; complete detailed reports and required paperwork; perform follow-up investigations as required
• Make arrests and transport prisoners
• Maintain vehicle and equipment according to Department standards
• Represent the Police Department at court hearings; prepares reports requested and subpoenaed by the courts; and testifies in court cases
• Presents education and information programs through community and school awareness projects; teaches and counsels those within the community on law enforcement activities, programs, and referral resources
• Assists and interacts with other Police personnel, City departments, outside organizations, and businesses, and Federal, state, and local law enforcement organizations in order to accomplish tasks
• Collects information and compiles data for reports
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, philosophies, attitudes, and values of the Police Department by assuring that all rules and regulations are followed

• Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certified as a Police Officer by the State of Alaska Police Standards Council
• Possess State of Alaska Driver's license
• Clear criminal record
• Additional special assignments may require two (2) years sworn law enforcement experience

• Competitive pay and incentive package
• 12.5 paid holidays
• Overtime availability
• Nightshift Differential Pay
• Field Training Officer Pay
• 12-hour work schedule
• Week on / Week off tour of duty
• 180 hours of annual personal leave for employees with less than 2 years of service with City of Valdez
• Affordable, excellent health insurance with 90/10 coverage and low deductibles
• Optional 457 deferred compensation plan
• City matching 401(b) plan with enrollment in 457 plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Relocation expense reimbursement
• Starting salary negotiable depending on years of law enforcement experience and APSC certifications
• Advanced training opportunities