Police Officer I/II

The City of Wasilla Police Department is currently hiring to fill the positions of Police Officer I and II. This is a non-exempt, full-time position with benefits. Law enforcement personnel are employees who are empowered by State or local ordinance to enforce laws designed to maintain peace and order, protect life and property, and to prevent and detect crimes; who have the power to arrest; and who have undergone training in law enforcement. Police Officers are responsible for the maintenance of law and order within the city limits of Wasilla. The mission of a Police Officer is to protect and serve the community within the confines of the law. Successful applicants must be willing and able to work all shifts: day, evening, nights, including holidays, weekends, and overtime. The Police Officer I position is perfect for those who are new to the field or just starting their career in law enforcement. The s tarting pay is set at $38.73 per hour or $80,558.40 Annually. The Police Officer II is for lateral transfers who possess a minimum of one (1) year of certified law enforcement experience from a full-service law enforcement agency and are off probationary status. If your certification is from outside of Alaska and you are selected to join our department, your background will be reviewed to determine the proper course of training that will be required. Successful out of state candidates will attend an abbreviated lateral academy to familiarize themselves with police work in Alaska. Laterals are given 1:1 credit on the pay scale for previous certified law enforcement experience Wasilla Police Department 1:1 Experience Lateral Transfer Wages: 1 year: $43.04/hour – $89,523.20 Annually 2 years: $44.13/hour – $91,790.40 Annually 3 years: $45.27/hour – $94,161.16 Annually 4 years: $46.43/hour – $96,574.40 Annually 5 years: $47.62/hour - $99,049.60 Annually up to 14 years: $58.18/hour - $121,014.40 ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: 4% swing shift differential; 7%-night shift differential 12-22 hours of paid leave per month depending on service time Take-home vehicles (30-mile limit) Employer paid academy, uniform and equipment Education incentive (5% for Bachelor’s & 2.5% for Associate’s) $100 per pay period for Advanced Police Certificate from APSC 11 paid City holidays per year + 2 floating holidays Health insurance premiums at $36.40 per month for individuals and families On-site gym with top-of-the-line equipment Officer wellness program (2 weeks paid leave after 10 years of service) $1,250 physical fitness incentive Ongoing training and development + more! See Benefits tab for full details. You can also find more information here : Join Wasilla Police Primary responder to initial calls for assistance, public safety needs, and emergencies. Render aid and assistance to victims and the public. Patrol city limits, identify public safety hazards, prevent the commission of crimes, conduct business and residential security checks and actively seek out violators of the law. Issue “warnings” and conduct arrests of citizens in violation of the law according to general guidelines provided by law and department policy. Investigate traffic accidents and reported violations of the law. Locate and interview witnesses, collect evidence and write detailed, accurate incident and/or crime reports. Serve as a positive community role model to inspire voluntary cooperation and respect for the department's law enforcement and crime prevention programs. Enforce federal, state and local laws consistent with legal code and in a fair manner, without regard to race, creed, social standing, economic class, political, or religious affiliation. Interpret and uphold City ordinances. Assist other public safety agencies as needed or on an assigned basis. May be assigned other duties by the ranking officer and/or the Chief of Police. PO II: May be required to serve as a Field Training Officer or other assignment designated as needing a Police Officer II. PO I: Skilled at developing a rapport with other law enforcement officers to enhance the free flow of information and cooperation within the department. Working knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to the enforcement of the law. Able to demonstrate sound judgment and decision making skills. Ability to communicate effectively and express ideas clearly and concisely both in oral and written communications. Solid listening skills and the ability to communicate with persons who are under stress or emotionally upset. Able to maintain personal composure during times of emergency or acute stress. Appreciation for and tolerance of complex human relationships. Demonstrate self-motivation, good mental and physical condition. Able to master a variety of police techniques and methods and the use of firearms and other defensive weapons. Able to make a commitment to the law enforcement profession and to public health, safety and welfare of the community the officer is sworn to serve. Able to participate in yearly re-certification and on-going training. </