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Government Jobs lists this Police Officer opportunity in forrest city, Arkansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job TitlePolice OfficerJob DescriptionGeneral Purpose:Performs police patrol, investigation, traffic regulation, and related law enforcement activitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Work on shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigation, and first aid at accidents; detection, investigation, and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct.Work on assigned shift using own judgment in deciding courses of action and being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations with a minimum of assistanceMaintain normal availability by radio or telephone for consultation when needed.Carries out duties in conformance with Federal, State, County, and City laws and ordinances.Patrol City streets, parks, commercial, and residential areas to preserve peace and enforce laws, and otherwise serve and protect.Minimum QualificationsMust be 21 years old or older at time of employmentMust possess, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid Arkansas State driver's license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal historyHigh school diploma or GED equivalent, two-year community college degree or vocational school training in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice administration, public administration, or a related fieldAbility to meet department physical standardsMust have Arkansas Law Officer Certification or must attend and pass Police Academy and receive Arkansas law officer certification within one (1) year of hiring date.BenefitsUp to $200.00 per month in Certification PayUp to $150 per month in Education PayUp to $150 per month for Longevity PayHealth Coverage - City pays 80% for family and employee coverageTwelve (12) paid HolidaysVacation time of not less than 15 working days with full payLaw enforcement officers accumulate 20 sick days per year beginning one year after the date of employmentFuneral or Bereavement LeaveFamily Medical LeaveCollege Tuition ReimbursementEmployer: AR Dept. of Workforce Services, ATTN; Derrick SpearmanAddress: 300 Eldridge Road Forrest City, Arkansas, 72335
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forrest city, AR, 72335, US
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