Police Officer

Open Date:          February 22, 2024
Close Date:          Until Filled
POSITION:           POLICE OFFICER
Hiring Wage:       $37.17 – $39.44/ hour (Step 1 -3)

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.  Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position, under supervisor from the Police Sergeant, performs a full range of duties associated with traffic and criminal law enforcement. Responds to an emergency call and enforces local, state, and federal law. Effects lawful arrest of suspected criminals, and conducts investigations of alleged or suspected criminal activity. Completed written reports, conducts interviews and testifies at court proceedings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Knowledge or ability to learn State and City laws and enforcement of them; use investigative and law enforcement methods; abide by City and department procedures and policies and the laws governing and prescribing the powers and authorities of a law enforcement officer; learn criminal justice procedures; ability to problem solve and analyze and respond quickly as necessary; establish and maintain productive working relationships with various people and organizations; excellent written and oral communication and ability to follow complex written and oral instructions; work under pressure; maintain professionalism, ability to multi-task workload and meet multiple deadlines.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma and or GED required; College Degree Preferred; a combination of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis
Police experience preferred
Basic certificate in law enforcement from APSC preferred

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 21 years of age
US Citizen by birth or naturalization by the time of hire
Must have or ability to obtain a CPR & First Aid Certificate
Ability to meet APSC standards and obtain a basic certificate within 12 months of hire
Must have a valid US Driver’s License and have the ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 30 days of hire
Ability to work rotating shifts
Ability to pass all required pre-employment testing i.e. Criminal background and History, F-3, drug testing, physical, polygraph, and psychological

BENEFITS:
If applicable, a lump sum bonus (taxable) of $5,000 (refer to PSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement for details)
If applicable, reimbursable relocation assistance (taxable) maximum of $5,000 plus one (1) way airfare including one (1) dependent (refer to PSEA for details)
Workout incentive pay up to $500 /month
Education incentive per month dependent on degree Associate $200, BA $300, Masters $400
Travel allowance is $2,000 every year on your date of hire
Longevity bonus up to $12,000 (refer to PSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement for further details)
Medical premium 100% employer paid (employee & dependents)
Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours per month plus 13 Floating Holidays per year
Free LifeMed membership for employee and dependents
Free Parks, Culture, and Recreation membership (employee only)
Eligible for PERS Retirement (Public Employees Retirement System)
Eligible for 457 Plans with MissionSquare or Mutual of America and other Voluntary Benefits
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III Personnel Ordinance)

TO APPLY:  Submit a City of Unalaska Application and F-3 packet.  All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us . Return completed forms to City of Unalaska  Attn: Administration Department;  email hr@ci.unalaska.ak.us. Questions? Please call us at (907) 581-1252.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Cops, and other national service alumni to apply.