In - Anchorage

Company: Municipality of Anchorage
Location: Anchorage
Posted on: December 4, 2019

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IN - Anchorage Municipality of AnchorageAnchorage, AK, US 19 hours agoBe among the first 25 applicants Apply on company website Home - Departments - Mayor - Assembly - Employee Directory - Contact Us - Find You are here : Home > Departments > ERD > JQL > Current Job Openings Current Job Openings Job Title: IN-STATE LATERAL ALASKA RECRUIT PATROL OFFICER (Patrol Officer) - Range 35 / APD Closing Date/Time: Tue. 12/31/19 5:00 PM Alaska Time Salary: $33.61 - $45.09 Hourly $2,688.80 - $3,607.20 Biweekly $5,825.73 - $7,815.60 Monthly $69,908.80 - $93,787.20 Annually Job Type: Regular / Full Time Location: 4501 Elmore Road, Anchorage, Alaska Department: Anchorage Police Department Print Job Information - Apply Job Information Benefits Supplemental Questions Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee. This recruitment is for In-State Lateral Police Officers certified with the Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC). Certification must not have been lapsed more than 5 years. See Alaska Administrative Code for APSC certification regarding Waiver & Reciprocity (13AAC 85.060 attached at the end of this posting) Applicants who are successful in the testing and selection process may be added to the eligibility list to be considered for positions that become available in the future. Selected hires will advance to a sworn Police Officer (Patrol Officer) after the successful completion of the Police Academy. This position is represented by the Anchorage Police Department Employees Association (APDEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current contract between the Municipality of Anchorage and the APDEA. DEPARTMENT : Anchorage Police Department (APD) HOURS OF WORK : 40 Hours per week; Shifts Vary LOCATION: 4501 Elmore Road Notes All In-State Laterals: Pay incentive for a in-state lateral police officer will be at a higher step based on time in service. The initial pay incentive will be capped 4+ years time of service award, at Grade 35, Step 6, which is $40.87 per hour. Additional step increases will occur following probation and annually thereafter until the maximum step 9 is reached. For detailed step increases, refer to the IN-STATE LATERAL HIRE PAY SCALE STEP INCREASES chart near the bottom of this advertisement. Benefits In accordance with the APDEA CBA, after successful completion of probation, employees are eligible for educational pay benefits of the below amounts for college degrees issued by an accredited institution as recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) 4% for an Associate's Degree 8% for a Bachelor's Degree In-State Laterals Current APSC certified Police Officers will NOT attend a police academy, but will be required to attend a training orientation before entering Field Training. Field Training is approximately 3.5 months, based on the individual Officer's progression through the program. Military Security Forces/MP Applicants Soldiers who are military police, security forces or civilians such as Department of the Army Civilian Police do not meet the definition of a lateral hire by the Alaska Police Standards Council and should apply to the Police Officer (Patrol Officer Recruit) announcement at **************** to be considered. These applicants will be required to attend a full-police Academy but depending on their level of experience and progress, they may be eligible for abbreviated Field Training. Example of Duties: Enforcement of all criminal and traffic laws including the identification and apprehension of violators. Perform a variety of crime prevention and enforcement duties as assigned. Respond to complaints and requests for Police assistance and intervene in various situations as required. Enforce traffic regulations, direct traffic, investigate collisions and complete detailed collision reports. Conduct preliminary investigations; collect and preserve evidence . Maintain records and daily reports; prepare cases for court testimony. Testify in court as required. Coordinate with other agencies as required. The duties and requirements of a Police Officer include, but may not be limited to, performance of the following activities: use of firearms, driving emergency vehicles, handcuffing prisoners, administering first aid, rescue operations, lifting and carrying 0-70 lbs, directing traffic, subduing prisoners, pursuing suspects, walking-lateral mobility, walking over rough terrain, bending, stooping, crouching, sitting, standing, standing for long periods, kneeling, twisting body, pushing, pulling, running, sense of touch, reaching, gripping hands and fingers, climbing stairs, climbing ladders, hearing alarms, hearing voice conversation, color identification, close vision, far vision, side vision-depth perception, night vision, maintaining balance, finger dexterity, speaking, physically control combative and disruptive persons. Physical audio / visual requirements include normal color discrimination, normal binocular coordination, normal peripheral vision, and corrected visual acuity of 20/30 or better in each eye. Normal color discrimination is defined as having the ability to discern the primary safety colors of red, green and yellow. Requires normal hearing or having no hearing defect which would adversely affect performance as a Police Officer. Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences: Must be a citizen of the USA by date of hire High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Must be at least 21 years old by date of hire Must possess a valid State of Alaska driver's license by date of hire Must meet Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) and Anchorage Police Department (APD) standards regarding misdemeanor and/or felony convictions, traffic violations and use of controlled substances. Such as: No criminal convictions after reaching the age of 18 No marijuana use within the past three (3) years Refer to the Background Investigation information in the Notice Section for further, specific details. Must be able to obtain APSC certification within 13 months of hire (AS 18.65.240). Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within thirty (30) days of hire . Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check at time of hire Must have been certified with APSC as a Police Officer within the last 5 years to be eligible. Applicants for this position will possess the following qualities: Unquestionable character and integrity Free of cultural and ethnic bias Strong ethical code in both personal and professional life Desire to diligently protect and serve the community through courage, compassion and respect Personal conduct above reproach Note In order to be considered an In-State Lateral Alaska Police Officer candidate, applicants must attach a copy of their APSC Police Officer certification to the application. ONLY applicants who have been certified as a Police Officer within the last 5 years will be forwarded for testing. Applicants who have NOT been certified within the last 5 years as a Police Officer must apply to the Police Officer (Patrol Officer Recruit) announcement at **************** to be considered. Additional Important Information: TESTING INFORMATION AND NOTIFICATION: Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and are currently certified as a Police Officer, have acceptable employment records, and meet Municipal standards related to driving guidelines and criminal conviction history may be invited to participate in the Lateral Police Officer Testing process. Applicants invited to test will be notified and confirmed of the testing dates, times, and locations via email and/or phone. Please ensure the email and phone number provided on the application are valid and current. Testing notifications will only be sent to the email address listed on the application. An APD Police Officer is a professional and highly sought after position. Applicants should consider every step in the process as part of a professional job interview. Appearance and conduct during the process should exude professionalism. Applicants with unprofessional attire, such as jeans, shorts, t-shirts, or tennis shoes, may be turned away from testing or disqualified. This does not apply to the physical ability testing; appropriate workout clothing is required for this test. If during any portion of the application, entry level testing or background process, it is discovered that the applicant falsified any material fact, or intentionally omitted or modified material facts, the applicant will not be eligible to re-apply or be considered for any position with the Anchorage Police Department. Entry Testing Information All applicants must pass the entry level Police test by I/O Solutions. The written test is the National Criminal Justice Officer Selection Inventory Integrity 2 (NCJOSI2). For information regarding the written test, study guides and practice tests, go to *******************************. Any cost related to this information is at the expense of the applicant. Applicants must meet the minimum passing score to be advanced to the Physical Ability Test (see Physical Ability Testing information). NCJOSI2 test results are valid for two (2) years. Unsuccessful applicants are not eligible to re-apply for six (6) months from the date of testing. Physical Ability Testing (pat) Information For detailed information regarding these tests, refer to the APD recruitment website at: ***************************************************************** Sit-ups: This test measures muscular endurance of the abdominal musculature and will count the number of correct sit-ups completed in a one-minute duration. Applicants must complete 27 sit-ups in one (1) minute to pass. Push-ups: This test measures muscular endurance of the upper body and will count the number of correct push-ups completed. Applicants must complete 15 push-ups to pass. 300 Meter Run: This test measures anaerobic power and will measure the time required to sprint 300 meters. Applicants must complete the course in 65.2 seconds to pass. 1.5 Mile Run: This test provides an estimate of the cardio- respiratory fitness level and will measure the time required to run 1.5 miles. Applicants must complete the run in 15 minutes and 17 seconds to pass. Applicants must successfully complete the Physical Ability Test in order to continue in the selection process. Unsuccessful applicants may retake the test after 30 days. Unsuccessful applicants can only test a total of three (3) times within a one (1) year period. Conditional Offer Of Employment Background Phase Applicants who successfully complete the Physical Ability Test will be given a "Conditional Offer of Employment". The six (6) steps and conditions of employment are listed below. Step 1: Preliminary Background Interview: The preliminary interview is a structured and is focused on behavior relevant to the essential job elements required for the position of Police Officer. The applicant's interview skills, employment history, driving history, illegal substance abuse history and other relevant information will be assessed to determine if the applicant meets Anchorage Police Department standards. Step 2: Background Investigations: The Background Investigation is a critical examination of an applicant's past work and personal history. The Background Investigation phase takes the majority of time in the application process. Applicants who are not successful during the Background Investigation phase are eligible to re-apply two (2) years from the date of the conditional offer. If during any portion of the process/background investigation it is discovered the applicant committed an act or acts which would constitute felonious conduct under Statutes, except the specific exclusions regarding simple possession and/or use of a controlled substance, the applicant will not be eligible to re-apply or be considered for any position with the Anchorage Police Department. The investigation consists of: Employment history Criminal and civil history checks Military records Driving history checks Credit history checks Interviews with: Spouses/significant others Employers, co-workers Neighbors Secondary developed references Eliminating factors are listed below and they include Includes but are not limited to: CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS Conviction of a felony crime by a civilian court of a US State, Federal Court, Territory, or Military Court or any other Country for an offense which would be classified as a felony under Alaska Statue. Any misdemeanor criminal conviction(s). SUBSTANCE ABUSE Illegally manufactured, transported, or sold a controlled substance, unless the person was under the age of 21 at the time of the act and the act occurred more than 10 years before the date of hire. Illegally used a Schedule IA, IIA, IIIA, IVA, or VA controlled substance, within the five years before the date of hire (unless the person was under the age of 21 at the time of using the controlled substance or an immediate, pressing or emergency medical circumstance existed to justify the use of a prescription Schedule IA, IIA, IIIA, IVA or VA controlled substance not specifically prescribed to the person). Used marijuana to any degree within three (3) years of the date of application, regardless of marijuana's legal status at the time. To any degree, used an illegal controlled substance while employed as a certified Municipal, State, or Federal peace officer, correctional officer, or military law enforcement officer. Step 3: Psychological Assessment: The Psychological Assessment is a two-part process, and is used to determine suitability for the position. The first part is a written exam, and the second part is an interview with a State of Alaska Licensed Psychologist. The written exam can take approximately 4 6 hours to complete. Applicants must successfully complete the Psychological Assessment in order to continue in the selection process. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply after two (2) years. Step 4: Polygraph Examination: Successful applicants will be required to submit to a Polygraph Examination. Applicants must successfully complete the Polygraph Examination in order to continue in the selection process. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply after two (2) years. Step 5: Command Review and Chief's Selection: After passing all previous steps and phases, applicant files will be forwarded to a command review, where a panel of no less than three command level officers will review applicant files before they are forwarded to the Chief for final selection. Step 6: FINAL CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT: The Municipal Employment Office will contact the selected applicants to make a final conditional offer of employment. This offer of employment is based upon successful completion of the remaining conditions of employment. Selected applicants must successfully complete these remaining conditions in order to be hired. Unsuccessful applicants may re-apply after two (2) years. Pre-employment Requirements Medical examination by an MOA designated licensed physician to determine if the applicant is physically sound and free from physical defects that would adversely affect the performance of duties required by a Police Officer. Satisfactory passing a drug screen Submission of a current copy of the applicants State of Alaska driver's license Submission of a current (dated within 30 days from the date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states if the Alaska driver's license was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. Selected hires will advance to a sworn Police Officer (Patrol Officer) after the successful completion of the Police Academy. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. All information from pre-employment examinations are the property of the Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) and are confidential. Copies of any pre-employment examinations will not be provided to the applicant by the MOA or the medical provider or facility. Lateral Hire Pay Scale Step Increases #1) Current step progress - progression is based on the hire date Step 1 - Hire $33.61 Step 2 - 180 days (6 months) $34.44 Step 3 - 477 days (1 year 4 months) $35.29 Step 4 - 2 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 5 - 3 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 6 - 4 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA #2) 6 months to 1 year and 4 months of experience Step 1 - Hire $33.61 Step 2 - 2 weeks $34.44 Step 3 - 477 days (1 year 4 months) $35.29 Step 4 - 2 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 5 - 3 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 6 - 4 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA #3) 1 year 4 months to less than 2 years 4 months experience Step 1 - Hire $33.61 Step 3 - 2-weeks $35.29 Step 4 - 477 days (1 year 4 months) $37.07 Step 5 - 2 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 6 - 3 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 7 - 4 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA #4) 2 years 4 months to less than 3 years 4 months experience Step 1 - Hire $33.61 Step 4 - 2 weeks $37.07 Step 5 - 477 days (1 year 4 months) $38.92 Step 6 - 2 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 7 - 3 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 8 - 4 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA #5) 3 years 4 months to less than 4 years 4 months experience Step 1 - Hire $33.61 Step 5 - 2 weeks $38.92 Step 6 - 477 days (1 year 4 months) $40.87 Step 7 - 2 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 8 - 3 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 9 - 4 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA #6) 4 years 4 months experience or greater Step 1 - Hire $33.61 Step 6 2 weeks $40.87 Step 7 - 477 days (1 year 4 months) $42.91 Step 8 - 2 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Step 9 - 3 years 4 months - Annual Step Increases per the APDEA CBA Alaska Police Standards Council Waiver & Reciprocity 13 AAC 85.060. WAIVER AND RECIPROCITY (a) The council may waive part or all of the basic police officer academy requirements if an applicant furnishes satisfactory evidence that the applicant has successfully completed (1) an equivalent basic police officer academy; (2) a 12-consecutive-month probationary period with the police department the applicant is employed within this state at the time of the waiver request; (3) a council-certified, department-supervised field training program; and (4) a council-certified recertification police training academy that consists of a minimum of 80 hours of classroom and practical training and that includes the following topics of instruction: (A) criminal laws in this state; (B) control tactics; (C) domestic violence; (D) ethics; (E) firearms; (F) use of force; (G) juvenile law and procedures in this state; (H) laws of arrest in this state; (I) traffic law in this state; (J) laws in this state regarding detection of driving under the influence and enforcement; and (K) recognizing and working with disabled persons. (b) The council may enter into reciprocity agreements with states that regulate or supervise the quality of police training and that require a minimum of 650 hours of classroom and practical training for police officers. (c) Notwithstanding (a) of this section, the council will not grant a waiver if the applicant was previously issued a certificate that lapsed more than five years before the waiver was sought. Veterans Preference Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference as allowed in the Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach a copy of their DD Form 214 to the application. The DD Form 214 must show an honorable discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration. The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion. Notice The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to ****************************** E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Application Process Once an applicant clicks the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the ********************** website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-************. For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at ************** during regular business hours of Monday Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, Alaska Time. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries ConstructionNonprofit Organization ManagementGovernment Administration

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