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Law Enforcement & Security jobs encompass a variety of roles dedicated to upholding laws, protecting citizens, and ensuring public safety. These positions vary from police officers and detectives to security guards and private investigators. Key characteristics of these jobs include the need for strong critical thinking, integrity, physical fitness, and often, specialized training. Professionals in this field are typically responsible for responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, enforcing legal regulations, and maintaining order. The high-stakes nature of the work requires individuals who are disciplined, vigilant, and committed to justice.

in joining our team? If you are passionate about making a difference in the community, the City of Tolleson is looking for people like you. Position Description The City of Tolleson is seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Police Officer - Lateral for the Tolleson Police Department.

The Police Officer will ensure the safety and security of citizens, municipal streets, buildings, residences, and neighborhoods. Responsibilities include: Responding to criminal and public calls for service including fires, automobile accidents, crimes, neighborhood disturbances, and other requests from citizens; Responding to crimes in progress, conducting investigations, conducting

welfare checks, resolving civil disputes, providing riot control, assisting the homeless population, removing roadway debris, assisting disabled vehicles, and related activities; Patrolling assigned areas by automobile, bicycle, motorcycle, or on foot for the prevention and enforcement of crime and traffic laws; Observing and evaluating situations; Making arrests and/or writes tickets to citizens in violation of criminal or traffic laws; Writing detailed reports, supplements, booking paperwork, field information cards, and search warrants; Performing a variety of activities related to criminal activities, which may include securing crime scenes, administering first aid, arbitrating disputes,

conducting preliminary and follow-up investigations, gathering evidence, obtaining witness statements, apprehending suspects, making arrests, impounding evidence or found property, attending court and testifying at trial, and/or performing other related activities; Maintaining readiness for emergency call response; Responding to emergency calls when dispatched and taking proper action; Performing routine police equipment maintenance; Educating staff and public on crime safety/prevention; Supporting City functions by performing various services including court security, traffic control, and attending community functions; and/or, performing related work as assigned.

Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Minimum age requirement 21 years. Valid Arizona Class D Driver's License, with no felony convictions. Candidates must possess Arizona POST certification and be in good standing at the time of submitting application or be eligible to take the AZ POST waiver exam. Above average physical conditioning; includes running, climbing, crawling, and possess the ability to pass and maintain an entry level officer's physical fitness requirements. > > > Click on Full Job Description for additional position details. Physical Demands Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, hazardous materials such as chemicals, oils, and blood and other bodily fluids, extreme temperatures, exposure to the elements, travel across rough, uneven and rocky surfaces and environmental conditions such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.

Job Information Closing Date: Open until filled Hiring Salary: $30.87-$34.34 Hourly D. O. E. Applications reviewed weekly. Full Salary Range: $30.87-$44.75 Hourly Additional Application Information A thorough background investigation will include a polygraph, psychological examination, AZPOST medical examination and drug screening. Applicants are expected to possess strong communication skills (both verbal and written) as well as acceptable computer skills.

Candidates must have the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays. It is important that your application shows all relevant work experience and education. Work experience must be noted on the application. Applicants may be rejected if not fully complete. Your resume may not be substituted as an application. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation, if needed, by contacting Human Resources at 623-936-xyz X. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO Job Posted by Applicant Pro