City of Wasilla
Police Officer I
City of Wasilla, Wasilla, Alaska, us, 99629
Wasilla Police Department Wages Effective 7/1/2024WPD Police Officer I $33.20/hour - $69,056.00 AnnuallyWasilla Police Department 1:1 Experience Lateral Transfer Wages:1 year: $37.84/hour – $78,707.20 Annually2 years: $38.81/hour – $80,724.80 Annually3 years: $39.81/hour – $82,804.80 Annually4 years: $40.82/hour – $84,605.60 Annually5 years: $41.87/hour - $87,089.60 Annually
It is the mission of the City of Wasilla to provide optimum service levels to the public as cost effectively as possible to ensure a stable and thriving economy, promote a healthy community, provide a safe environment and a quality lifestyle, and promote maximum citizen participation in government.The Police Officer I position is responsible for the maintenance of law and order within city limits. This position may have certain qualifications or requirements unique to specific law enforcement tasks or assignments which require passing certain training or possessing certain unique skills to remain eligible for employment.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:4% swing shift differential; 7%-night shift differential12-20 hours of paid leave per month depending on service timeTake-home vehicles (30-mile limit)Employer paid academy, uniform and equipmentEducation incentive (5%/bachelor’s & 2.5%/Associate’s)12 paid holidays per yearNo monthly premium for health insurancePERS & SBS (State of Alaska Retirement Programs)Overtime opportunitiesOn-site gym with top-of-the-line equipmentOfficer wellness program$750 physical fitness incentiveOngoing training and developmentResponsibilities: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.Qualifications: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 ongoing training.Additional Requirements:Homeland Security orientation tests (Incident Command Systems) will be required as a term of employment taken online: Entry level IS-100.b within 15 days of date hire.Experience and/or Education:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Ability to type at a net speed of 35 words per minute. Must be 21 years of age at the time of hire. Possess demonstrated prior work history in positions requiring reliability, honesty, and the ability to work with others in a variety of situations.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Able to obtain an Alaska Police Standards Council Basic Police Officer I Certificate within the first year of employment which includes passing the following tests: background investigation, physical agility test, physical examination, polygraph, written and verbal psychological examinations, drug screen, and oral board procedures.Must be United States or naturalized citizen and pass the APSIN background clearance.Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of application and be able to operate a motor vehicle and must provide a current (dated within 30 days of request) driving record from the state in which driver’s license is held.Must obtain a valid State of Alaska Driver's License by time of hire.In certain assignments may be required to obtain endorsement for motorcycle operation or various commercial vehicle operations.
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It is the mission of the City of Wasilla to provide optimum service levels to the public as cost effectively as possible to ensure a stable and thriving economy, promote a healthy community, provide a safe environment and a quality lifestyle, and promote maximum citizen participation in government.The Police Officer I position is responsible for the maintenance of law and order within city limits. This position may have certain qualifications or requirements unique to specific law enforcement tasks or assignments which require passing certain training or possessing certain unique skills to remain eligible for employment.ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:4% swing shift differential; 7%-night shift differential12-20 hours of paid leave per month depending on service timeTake-home vehicles (30-mile limit)Employer paid academy, uniform and equipmentEducation incentive (5%/bachelor’s & 2.5%/Associate’s)12 paid holidays per yearNo monthly premium for health insurancePERS & SBS (State of Alaska Retirement Programs)Overtime opportunitiesOn-site gym with top-of-the-line equipmentOfficer wellness program$750 physical fitness incentiveOngoing training and developmentResponsibilities: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.Qualifications: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 ongoing training.Additional Requirements:Homeland Security orientation tests (Incident Command Systems) will be required as a term of employment taken online: Entry level IS-100.b within 15 days of date hire.Experience and/or Education:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Ability to type at a net speed of 35 words per minute. Must be 21 years of age at the time of hire. Possess demonstrated prior work history in positions requiring reliability, honesty, and the ability to work with others in a variety of situations.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Able to obtain an Alaska Police Standards Council Basic Police Officer I Certificate within the first year of employment which includes passing the following tests: background investigation, physical agility test, physical examination, polygraph, written and verbal psychological examinations, drug screen, and oral board procedures.Must be United States or naturalized citizen and pass the APSIN background clearance.Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of application and be able to operate a motor vehicle and must provide a current (dated within 30 days of request) driving record from the state in which driver’s license is held.Must obtain a valid State of Alaska Driver's License by time of hire.In certain assignments may be required to obtain endorsement for motorcycle operation or various commercial vehicle operations.
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