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Job description
City Of Kingman Police Officer (Lateral)
Salary: $32.25 - $43.20 Hourly
Location: City of Kingman, AZ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026
Department: Kingman Police Department
Opening Date: 02/10/2025
Overtime Eligible: Yes
Pre-employment Requirements: Fingerprinting, Drug Screening, Physical Examination, Polygraph, Psychological Evaluation, Hepatitis B
Subject to Random Testing? Yes
Work Week: Varied shift work 10 or 12 hour shifts to include nights and weekends
Budgeted Min: $32.25
Budgeted Max: $43.20
Testing & Certification Requirements: Arizona POST-certified officers and qualifying out-of-state certified officers may be eligible for waiver of certain testing, hiring, or certification requirements, as permitted by Arizona POST and approved by the Chief of Police.
Additional Information: This position is posted with the full salary range indicating future potential earnings; however, the actual hiring salary for this position is dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications above minimum requirements and position funding. Therefore, all starting salaries above the midpoint require further review and additional approval.
About The Role
CITY OF KINGMAN POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL) KINGMAN POLICE DEPARTMENT $32.25 / HR - $ 43.20 / HR DOE
Learn more about our Benefits & Wellness Incentives
We're 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.
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.
What You'll Need To Be Successful In This Role
A high school diploma or GED (college coursework in criminal justice or related education or experience is preferred)
Arizona State Certification as a Police Officer
A valid Arizona State Driver's License
The ability to become and maintain TOC Level B Certification
The ability to pass an extensive law enforcement background investigation, including fingerprinting, polygraph, psychological evaluation, and other related employment testing
The ability to communicate effectively, prepare accurate reports, analyze situations objectively, and make appropriate decisions under stress
The ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency call-backs
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.
Commitment To Safety And Wellness
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.
Be Part Of Something Great - Build Your Future In Kingman
The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader's Digest named Kingman one of the "Nicest Places in Arizona" for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes and the Colorado River. With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.
Find Your Rewarding Career With Us!
Personal Growth Opportunities ~ Meaningful and Challenging Work ~ Public Service Community Spirit ~ Training and Development
The City of Kingman is a 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 Gallagher Best-in-Class employer. This award recognizes our commitment to supporting better employee wellbeing and building a resilient organizational culture.
At the City of Kingman, we strive to provide a world-class work environment where employee well-being is a valued priority. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to be competitive and affordable, allowing each person to take care of themselves and their loved ones. We also work hard to ensure that our employees are appropriately compensated and appreciated, while providing opportunities for professional development and career mobility.
Benefits
May qualify for a take home vehicle.
Uniforms/Equipment Provided.
Free On-site Fitness Center.
Nightshift Differential Pay.
Overtime Opportunities.
Health
Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
Telemedicine available at $0 cost-sharing through AZ Blue Telehealth for general medical and behavioral health.
Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA)
Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan
Personify Health, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towards good health in mind, body and spirit
Digbi Health, a gut-microbiome and genetics-based virtual care program designed to support individuals with obesity, diabetes, digestive disorders, and other chronic conditions.
Sword, a physical therapy program that can be done anywhere, anytime. Includes women's pelvic health therapy!
Multiple on-site preventative screenings and services
Work/Life support services through SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Leave
12 paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday each year.
16-35 paid vacation days per year
3.69 sick hours per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year)
Worksite address
kingman, AZ, 86401, US
Who can apply
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