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The Northern Arizona VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for Three (3) Police Officers to work in the Police Service, Prescott, Arizona. The incumbent serves as a Federal Police officer working for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) performing law enforcement and security duties pursuant to Title 38 USC § 902.

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To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 01/28/2021. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS -6 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS -5. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS -5 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: experience that provided you with the knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property; conducting routine foot and/or vehicle patrols; responding to routine and emergency calls for police assistance; issuing traffic citations; questioning individuals at the scene of a crime; informing individuals about their rights as suspects; subduing unruly individuals; and preparing written reports involving criminal and/or civil offenses. You must possess knowledge of applicable laws of the Federal, state, county, or municipal government, possess arrest authority and have the ability to use a firearm. In addition, you must have sufficient knowledge to prevent and/or resolve criminal offenses at the scene; conducting preliminary investigations at a crime scene; pursuing and apprehending persons fleeing from a crime scene or resisting arrest; providing testimony in court; taking charge of a crime or accident scene; and interviewing witnesses of a crime or accident.. AND Selected applicants are required to successfully complete a comprehensive medical and psychological examination prior to entering on duty to determine fitness for duty as a Police Officer AND. Must have a valid, state issued driver's license You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:

Criminal InvestigationCriminal LawOral CommunicationRestraint and Self-Defense Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work requires regular and recurring physical exertion, long hours of standing, walking, driving and similar activities. The incumbent must respond to alarms, pursue suspects, participate in training activities, climb stairs and walk during assigned foot patrols in and around large building, campus, and other physical settings. Agility, dexterity and strength are needed to pursue, apprehend and detain uncooperative suspects. On a regular and recurring basis the work requires strenuous exertion physically restraining disorderly individuals to prevent harm to others or the individual. Incumbents must be physically able to lift or carry injured or hurt persons, evacuate persons to safety during storms, disasters, fires or other emergencies. The incumbent is expected to maintain a high standard of physical fitness and hand and eye coordination in order to maintain his or her semi-annual qualification with his or her assigned firearm and annual qualification with his or her assigned departmental issued intermediate weapons. Strenuous physical exertion is also required during many required and recurring training activities such as those related to weapons training, Active Threat Response training and Ground Defense and Recovery training For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

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***IMPORTANT INFORMATION***

All communication, including testing invitations, will be sent by email. Please be sure to use a valid email address on your application and _check your email regularly_.

Additional information about the Glendale Police Department and the Police Officer testing process can be found on our website:

**http://www.glendaleaz.com/policejobs/**

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***ONE DAY TESTING PROCESS***

Applicants may now complete their entire testing process all in one day (Physical Assessment Exam and Oral Board Interview). Testing dates to choose from are listed below.

**Friday, February 5, 2021 and/or ****Saturday, February 6, 2021
Saturday, March 6, 2021**
**Saturday, March 13, 2021**
Applications received by Friday, January 22, 2021 will be screened, and selected candidates will receive an email invitation by Friday, January 29, 2021 allowing them to select the date they would like to complete their testing.

Applications received after Friday, January 22, 2021 will be screened, and selected candidates will receive an email invitation by Friday, February 12, 2021 allowing them to select the March date they would like to complete their testing.

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***ABOUT GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT***

Located on the western edge of the Phoenix metropolitan area, Glendale is a culturally diverse community with approximately 230,000 residents. Glendale is also an exciting sports, shopping, and entertainment destination, famous for its well-preserved charm.

The Glendale Police Department employs 430 sworn officers and 141 civilian employees. The Department is organized into two functional bureaus: the Operations Bureau and the Investigations & Administrative Bureau. Under these bureaus are six divisions: Administrative Services, Special Operations, Criminal Investigations, Support Services, Gateway Patrol and Foothills Patrol. New officers can expect to serve in one of the two patrol divisions for their first two years following field training, after which time they can apply for any number of specialty assignments. These include SWAT, Bomb Squad, K-9, Motors, Detective, Vehicular Crimes, Training and others.

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Glendale Police Officers perform general and specialized police work involving the enforcement of laws and ordinances, protecting life and property, detection and arrest of violators, crime prevention, community services or other specialized assignments of comparable responsibility.
Essential Functions

1. Patrols assigned area of the City, by automobile, motorcycle, on foot or bicycle, for the prevention of crime and enforcement of all applicable criminal, traffic, and liquor laws and City Ordinances.
2. Responds to calls for service involving crimes such as robberies, assaults, homicides, and narcotics violations.
3. Responds to general public service calls for civil or societal problems.
4. Secures the scene of a crime; makes arrests; books prisoners.
5. Responds to hazardous materials incidents and traffic accidents; investigates traffic accidents; detects impaired drivers; administers first aid; directs traffic and requests medical assistance.
6. Prepares reports to accurately document information.
7. Participates in problem-oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results.
8. Performs suicide prevention interventions; transports mentally ill patients; performs surveillance operations.
9. Performs a variety of general and specialized criminal investigations involving property and persons crimes; gathers evidence; preserves crime scene; prepares cases for prosecution.
10. Provides training on gang-related issues, firearms, defensive driving, defensive tactics, impact weapons and other related police topics.
11. Writes and executes search warrants.
12. Serves court orders, arrest warrants, and mental health orders.
13. Selects, directs, trains and maintains canines.
14. Appears in court as the States witness and delivers testimony.
15. Provides police services at various special events in the City.
16. Presents public relations programs to school age and adult groups; presents other programs and participates in community functions.
17. Performs assigned personnel functions in the area of recruitment, training and record keeping.
18. Performs squad supervisory duties as required; maintains police supplies at stations.
19. Performs specialty duties such as interpreting and peer counseling.
20. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications & Special Requirements

**Police Officer Recruit:**
High school graduate or equivalent.

**Police Officer:**
High school graduate or equivalent and and have an active Arizona POST Certification.

**Knowledge of:**
Principles and practices of modern police work and law enforcement methods
Federal, State and City laws governing Police operations, custody of prisoners, search and seizure, and the rules of evidences; departmental rules and regulations
General City law enforcement problems; geography of the City; layout of major facilities
Problem oriented policing; community agencies and other available resources
Methods of patrol, criminal, and traffic investigations

**Skill in:**
The use of police equipment which includes vehicles, and weapons
The use of computer, electronic, and audio equipment
The use of crime scene evidence collection equipment

**Ability to:**
Analyze situations, maintain composure, make effective and reasonable decisions
Remember names, faces, and details of incidents
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Clearly and concisely document the facts and circumstances of a law enforcement incident
Correctly identify the elements of a crime and accurately record them in a police report for purposes of prosecution
Operate law enforcement computerized data entry and retrieval systems

*Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.*

**_Special Requirements_**
Be at least 21 years of age; except that a person may attend an academy if the person will be 21 before graduating
Valid Arizona Driver's License
ACJIS Terminal Operators Certification
AZPOST Police Officer Certification
Must continuously meet all the requirements and standards of AZPOST

Physical Requirements

*Applying in this recruitment does not preclude you from applying in other City of Glendale recruitments. If you are not selected for this position, you would need to reapply to receive consideration. Candidates will be notified by email of their standing in the recruitment process, including any limitations on reapplication.*

_Glendale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce.

Applicants may obtain a copy of the City of Glendale's EEOP Utilization Report _here_ or upon request from the City of Glendale's Human Resources & Risk Management Office._

*Salary:* $54,894.00 - $81,102.00 Annually

*Location:* Glendale, AZ

*Job Type:* Full Time

*Department:* Police

*Job Number:* 2021 -02083

*Closing:* 2/7/2021 11:59 PM Arizona

*Hours per Week:* 40

*Agency:* City of Glendale (AZ)

*Address:* 5850 W. Glendale Ave. Glendale, Arizona, 85301

*Phone:* 623-930-2270

*Website:* http://www.glendaleaz.com

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Grand Canyon University’s Police Department is seeking full time Police Officers to ensure the safety and security of the GCU campus. The GCU Police Department performs general and specialized police work involving the enforcement of laws and ordinances, crime prevention, and other community services.

Responsibilities:

+ Patrols assigned areas of Grand Canyon University owned properties, by automobile, foot or bicycle, for the prevention of crime and enforcement of all applicable criminal, traffic, and liquor laws and City Ordinances.

+ Responds to calls for service involving crimes such as thefts, robberies, assaults, homicides, and narcotics violations.

+ Presents public relations programs to campus groups; presents other programs and participates in community functions.

+ Responds to all calls for service including those that do not involve crimes, but are civil or societal issues requested police presence.

+ Provides police services at various special events on Grand Canyon University owned properties.

+ Secures the scene of a crime; makes arrests; books suspects. Prepares reports to accurately document information.

+ Responds to hazardous materials incidents and traffic accidents; investigates traffic accidents; detects impaired drivers; administers first aid; directs traffic and requests medical assistance.

+ Participates in problem oriented policing efforts by identifying problem areas, recommending and implementing solutions, and monitoring the results.

+ Writes and executes search warrants.

+ Serves court orders (e.g., subpoenas), arrest warrants, and mental health orders.

+ Operates standard weapons (handgun, etc.) to enforce law, detain a subject, or protect the life of self or others in situations that justify the use of force or deadly force.

+ Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

+ High school diploma, or equivalent.

+ Minimum of 5 years as a Police Officer.

+ Must have Arizona Post Certification, either active or inactive. Must continuously meet all requirements and standards of AZ POST.

+ Must have valid Arizona Driver’s License and be insurable.

+ Ability to obtain and maintain ACJIS Terminal Operator’s Certification.

+ Must successfully pass a physical exam, polygraph test, psychological assessment, physical agility test, background investigation, and drug test.

+ Ability to work four 10-hour shifts per week; overtime, holiday, weekend and shift work (days, swings or grave yard shifts).

+ Demonstrates a high degree of ethical behavior and adheres to the standards and regulations of the University and governing federal and state statutes.

+ Demonstrated ability to handle confrontational situations and situations requiring negotiation.

+ Ability to analyze situations and adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.

+ Remain calm, composed, undistracted, and in full control of cognitive abilities while functioning appropriately in hostile, dangerous, or frightening situations that may require use of deadly force.

+ Maintain rational decision making and self-control in situations which involve considerable stress, danger, personal risk, violence, hostility or the use of force.

+ Physical strength demands the ability to drag or carry human bodies in emergency situations, sit in a vehicle or stand for long periods of time, walk up and down at least 4 flights of stairs without pause.

+ Occasional risk includes physical hazards from violent, aggressive and hostile people, a variety of weapons, bodily fluids, sharp objects, traffic, drugs and drug paraphernalia and civil litigation due to performance of duties also creating high stress situations.

+ Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.

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All staff and faculty candidates will be asked to review GCU’s staff or faculty expectations as part of the application process.

If you’re looking for jobs in admissions/enrollment, accounting, curriculum development, financial aid, human resources, information technology, marketing or other student service-related jobs at Grand Canyon Education, Inc. Visit our partner’s site at jobs.gce.com for more information.

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$26.21 - $36.87 Hourly

Location

75 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ

Job Type

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Department

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Job Number

21-0012A

Closing

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We Are Team Gilbert

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE ENTIRE JOB BULLETIN FOR INFORMATION REGARDING TESTING REQUIREMENTS.

Gilbert, AZ is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States. We are the 5th largest city in Arizona, the 85th largest in the U.S., and have been named the #1 Safest City in Arizona, the 3rd Most Livable City in the U.S., as well as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies to Work For.

But there is more work to be done!

Come be a part of the team tasked with making Gilbert the City of the Future! Team Gilbert is focused on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Stagnation isn't an option, we choose our mission to: Anticipate, Create, Help people. This means that we anticipate change, create solutions, and help people and businesses.

Team Gilbert is a high-performing, collaborative team of innovators whose work makes our community better every day. We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble.

Join Team Gilbert, not just in choosing the future, but creating it: https://youtu.be/GEQEgVPku9I

We Are Seeking

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Police Officer. The Police Officer reports to a Police Sergeant. The primary function of this position is to perform general and specialized law enforcement work to preserve public peace and protect lives, property and the rights of the public and enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances. The work involves patrolling streets and neighborhoods to deter crime and apprehend or arrest violators or suspects, responding to calls for law enforcement assistance and gathering information for criminal investigations.

At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some position requirements:

+ High school diploma or GED

+ Must be 21 years of age by the graduation date from the police academy

+ Ability to obtain United States citizenship prior to being appointed or attending the police academy

+ Ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by hire date

+ Ability to obtain an Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training certificate

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

About You

Ideal candidates for the position will effectively exceed customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

Up For the Challenge

In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community, and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.

Let's get this adventure started!

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Town reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants for the following examination process: written examination, physical aptitude, and oral interview. The Police Officer eligibility list will be created and will remain active for six months. While the eligibility list remains active, you may be contacted to complete some or all of the following: extensive background check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, pre-employment medical examination and drug screen. This process is typically completed within three to five months.

POLICE OFFICER - RECRUIT TESTING INFORMATION

Tentative Application/Testing Cycles:

Application Window: January 1st, 2021 - March 31st, 2021

Testing Cycle: April 2021

Application Window: April 1st, 2021 - June 30th, 2021

Testing Cycle: July 2021

**All dates are subject to change. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be sent an email with additional details and the anticipated timeline for the testing process.

The Police Officer Testing Process is a three-part process:

1 - WRITTEN TEST.

2 - PHYSICAL CONDITIONING (PC) TEST MINIMUM STANDARDS*.

Sit ups - 36

Pushups - 20

1.5 mile run - 15:48

(*Physical Conditioning Requirements may be subject to change)

3 - ORAL BOARD INTERVIEWS.

Email Communications:

The Gilbert Police Department will communicate important testing information to applicants via email. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they provide their accurate email address information on their application.

Download GPD Personal History Statement and Release

Please do not call the Gilbert Police Department for your results.

Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package for full time and some part time positions. For more information on additional benefits, please Click Here.

01

In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you a U.S. citizen or do you have the ability to obtain your U.S. citizenship prior to being appointed or attending the police academy?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Have you been dishonorably discharged from any branch of the United States Armed Services?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Have you ever been certified as a police officer in another state?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you have been certified as a police officer in another state, did you leave in good standing?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Not applicable

07

Did you graduate from a law enforcement training academy?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide the dates of attendance, the location (city and state) and type of certification you obtained. If not, please enter N/A.

09

Are you AZ POST certified, but do not meet 2080 hours of post-academy field experience?

+ Yes

+ No

10

If a Gilbert Police Department employee personally referred you for this position, please provide their name below. If not, please enter N/A.

11

Police academy training is approximately 20 - 22 weeks long. Will you be 21 years of age upon graduating from the police academy?

+ Yes

+ No

12

Have you ever been convicted of a domestic violence related crime?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or committed a crime that would be considered a felony in Arizona?

+ Yes

+ No

14

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, transported for sale or cultivated a dangerous drug or narcotic? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

15

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported Marijuana for sale?

+ Yes

+ No

16

Have you used any illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs in the last seven (7) years? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

17

Have you used illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs more than one (1) time since turning 21 years of age? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

18

Have you used illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs more than five (5) times in your life? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

19

Have you used Marijuana in the last three (3) years?

+ Yes

+ No

20

Have you used Marijuana more than twenty (20) times in your life?

+ Yes

+ No

21

Have you used Marijuana more than five (5) times since turning 21 years of age?

+ Yes

+ No

22

Excluding CBD products which contain less than 0.3% THC, have you used or consumed any product containing, or made using, edible marijuana or any marijuana derivative (including THC oil and/or the vaping of THC oil) in the last seven (7) years?

+ Yes

+ No

23

The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

+ Veteran

+ Disabled Veteran

+ Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

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Location

75 E. Civic Center Drive, AZ

Job Type

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Department

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Job Number

21-0013A

Closing

Continuous

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+ Benefits

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We Are Team Gilbert

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE ENTIRE JOB BULLETIN FOR INFORMATION REGARDING TEST DATES AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS.

Gilbert, AZ is one of the fastest growing communities in the United States. We are the 5th largest city in Arizona, the 85th largest in the U.S., and have been named the #1 Safest City in Arizona, the 3rd Most Livable City in the U.S., as well as one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies to Work For.

But there is more work to be done!

Come be a part of the team tasked with making Gilbert the City of the Future! Team Gilbert is focused on keeping the thriving community that Gilbert is today well into the future. Stagnation isn't an option, we choose our mission to: Anticipate, Create, Help people. This means that we anticipate change, create solutions, and help people and businesses.

Team Gilbert is a high-performing, collaborative team of innovators whose work makes our community better every day. We hire people who share our aspiration to be driven, kind, bold, and humble.

Join Team Gilbert, not just in choosing the future, but creating it: https://youtu.be/GEQEgVPku9I

We Are Seeking

Team Gilbert has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Police Officer - Lateral. The Police Officer - Lateral reports to a Police Sergeant. The primary function of this position is to perform general and specialized law enforcement work to preserve public peace, protect lives, property and the rights of the public and to enforce statutory law and municipal ordinances. Police Officer work involves patrolling Town streets and neighborhoods to deter crime or apprehend and/or arrest violators or suspects, responding to calls for law enforcement assistance, and gathering information for criminal investigations.

At Team Gilbert, we hire outcome-oriented problem-solvers who love what they do! Here are some position requirements:

+ High school diploma or GED

+ Ability to obtain U.S. citizenship prior to being appointed or attending the police academy

+ Ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by your hire date

+ Must possess a Peace Officer Certification and

+ If you are certified in Arizona, you must have 2080 hours, post-academy field experience as a police officer or reserve officer.

+ If you are an out-of-state candidate, you must have two (2) years of full-time experience as a police officer within the last three (3) years.

+ If you are an out-of-state candidate, you will be required to pass an AZPOST waiver examination.

+ If you have previously held an Arizona Peace Officer Certification and your certification has lapsed (been inactive for three (3) years), you will be required to pass and AZPOST waiver examination

Further definitions for Arizona Peace Officer Certification and Category parameters can be found here: Arizona Administrative Code R13-4-104 - Peace officer Category Restrictions

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt - eligible for overtime compensation.

About You

Ideal candidates for the position will effectively exceed customer needs by building productive relationships, and taking responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty. You actively participate as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals and produce quality outcomes. You are committed to our safety philosophy, and you take great pride in proactively managing time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently while accomplishing objectives and achieving goals beyond what is required.

Up For the Challenge

In addition to a competitive salary, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement and more.

Join Team Gilbert and make an income while making an impact! If you are looking for an opportunity to make a visible contribution to our community, and get excited about doing interesting work that matters, then why not click that "Apply" button at the top there? We can't think of a better place to put your talents to work.

Let's get this adventure started!

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Town reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants for the following examination process: physical aptitude and oral interview. The Police Officer - Lateral eligibility list will be created and will remain active for six (6) months. While the list remains active, you may be contacted to complete some or all of the follow components: extensive background check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, pre-employment medical examination and drug screen. This process typically is completed within three (3) to five (5) months.

POLICE OFFICER - LATERAL TESTING INFORMATION

Tentative Application/Testing Cycles:

Application Window: August 10th, 2020 - September 30th, 2020

Testing Cycle: October 2020

Application Window: October 1st, 2020 - December 31st, 2020

Testing Cycle: January 2021

Application Window: January 1st, 2021 - March 31st, 2021

Testing Cycle: April 2021

Application Window: April 1st, 2021 - June 30th, 2021

Testing Cycle: July 2021

**All dates are subject to change. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be sent an email with additional details and the anticipated timeline for the testing process.

The Police Officer Testing Process is a two-part process

(Lateral applicants are exempt from the written test):

1 - PHYSICAL CONDITIONING (PC) TEST MINIMUM STANDARDS*.

Sit ups - 36

Pushups - 20

1.5 mile run - 15:48

(*Physical Conditioning Requirements may be subject to change)

2 - ORAL BOARD INTERVIEWS.

Email Communications:

The Gilbert Police Department will communicate important testing information to applicants via email. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure they provide their accurate email address information on their application.

Download GPD Personal History Statement and Release

**Please do not call the Gilbert Police Department for your results.**

Town of Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefit package for full time and some part time positions. For more information on additional benefits, please Click Here.

01

In the questions that follow, you will be asked for information about your work history, to include things such as dates of employment, names of employers and specific details of the work you did. In answer to questions asking you to describe your work experience, if you do not have that type of experience, enter "N/A". Answers provided in this supplemental questionnaire must be substantiated and verifiable in the employment history section of your application. Be aware that submitting a resume in lieu of completing the employment history section of the application and failing to provide all of the information requested in these supplemental questions will disqualify you from further consideration, so please be thorough in answering the questions. Please indicate whether or not you accept these terms by checking the appropriate response below.

+ Yes

+ No

02

Are you a U.S. citizen or do you have the ability to obtain your U.S. citizenship prior to being appointed or attending the police academy?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you possess a high school diploma or G.E.D.?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Have you been dishonorably discharged from any branch of the United States Armed Services?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Have you ever been certified as a police officer in another state?

+ Yes

+ No

06

If you have been certified as a police officer in another state, did you leave in good standing?

+ Yes

+ No

+ Not applicable

07

Did you graduate from a law enforcement training academy?

+ Yes

+ No

08

If you answered yes in the previous question, please provide the dates of attendance, the location (city and state) and type of certification you obtained. If not, enter N/A.

09

Have you ever held a peace officer certification from any state, including Arizona?

+ Yes

+ No

10

Have you completed 2080 hours of post-academy field experience as a police officer or reserve officer? If the answer is "No," please submit a Police Officer - Recruit application.

+ Yes

+ No

11

Do you currently hold a peace officer certification from a state other than Arizona and have at least two (2) years of full-time experience as a police officer within the last three (3) years? If the answer is "No," please submit a Police Officer - Recruit application.

+ Yes

+ No

+ Not applicable

12

I understand that if I currently hold a peace officer certification from another state other than Arizona that I will have to submit a waiver of training and will also have to take and pass an AZPOST waiver examination (Arizona Administrative Code - R13-4-110(D)).

+ Yes

+ No

+ Not applicable

13

I understand that if my Arizona Peace Officer certification has lapsed that I will have to submit a waiver of training and I will also have to take and pass an AZPOST waiver examination (Arizona Administrative Code - R13-4-110(D)(5)(b)).

+ Yes

+ No

+ Not applicable

14

Have you ever been convicted of a domestic violence related crime?

+ Yes

+ No

15

Have you ever been convicted of a felony or committed a crime that would be considered a felony in Arizona?

+ Yes

+ No

16

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, transported for sale or cultivated a dangerous drug or narcotic? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

17

Have you ever illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported Marijuana for sale?

+ Yes

+ No

18

Have you used any illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs in the last seven (7) years? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

19

Have you used illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs more than one (1) time since turning 21 years of age? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

20

Have you used illegal narcotics or dangerous drugs more than five (5) times in your life? (This does not include marijuana)

+ Yes

+ No

21

Have you used Marijuana more than twenty (20) times in your life?

+ Yes

+ No

22

Have you used Marijuana in the last three (3) years?

+ Yes

+ No

23

Have you used Marijuana more than five (5) times since turning 21 years of age?

+ Yes

+ No

24

Excluding CBD products which contain less than 0.3% THC, have you used or consumed any product containing, or made using, edible marijuana or any marijuana derivative (including THC oil and/or the vaping of THC oil) in the last seven (7) years?

+ Yes

+ No

25

The following question is strictly confidential and will not be made part of your application for employment. Preference Status per Arizona Revised Statute 38-492 (select all that apply):

+ Veteran

+ Disabled Veteran

+ Veteran's Spouse/Surviving Spouse

+ Disabled Person

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Summary

As our nation navigates the COVID-19 pandemic, CBP is committed to delivering our mission to safeguard America's borders and enable legitimate trade and travel. Staffing mission critical positions remains a high priority. Be reassured that CBP is still hiring, despite potential hiring process step delays due to restrictions to in-person activities.

Responsibilities

Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, at Tucson Sector Headquarters located in Tucson, AZ: Law Enforcement Operations Division Law Enforcement Operations Division - Tucson Coordination Center Mission Readiness Operations Division - Sector Investigations Branch This position will allow you to use your expertise to prevent illegal entry of aliens into the United States by land, water, or air; enforce criminal provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Laws; and seek out and apprehend smugglers or aliens who are in the United States illegally. Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen the Department's ability to protect the homeland. This position starts at a salary of $92,206.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $119,871.00 (GS-13, Step 10) with promotion potential to $119,871.00 (GS-13 Step 10). As a Border Patrol Agent (Sector Programs) you will serve as a secondary law enforcement officer (under 5 U.S.C. 8331 (6C) and 8412 (d) and be

responsible for: Reading, analyzing, and preparing highly sensitive internal reports/presentations regarding operations, budgeting, programs, critical incidents and personnel Reviewing Border Patrol data and program metrics and collaborating with Headquarters Border Patrol managers in the collection, formulation, and development of Border Patrol objectives, plans, policies, and procedures governing the execution of projects and operations Assisting with Border Patrol mission-specific projects that may include enforcement operations, intelligence collection and reporting, administrative and logistical support, development of training programs, technological requirements, personnel, labor and employee relations issues, internal and external communications, and other program areas as required Functioning as a liaison between U.S. Border Patrol Headquarters and Sectors and with other DHS operational, management, and program offices to include representatives of other federal, state, local, and foreign law enforcement agencies in order to coordinate Border Patrol programs and significant projects and representing the Border Patrol viewpoint in meetings, workgroups, or collaborations with various law enforcement agencies. Relaying and explaining the Border Patrol's policies, directives, and method of operation and furnishing guidance to field offices and assisting with problem resolution and application of policy and procedures by ensuring that stations are kept informed of changes in policies and procedures, and providing timely advice on conditions or situations which would have bearing on operations.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service Primary U.S. residency for at least three of the last five years (additional details below) You may be required to pass a background investigation and/or polygraph CBP follows the DHS Drug-Free Workplace Plan for drug testing procedures You must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards Who May Apply: Current federal employees with competitive status who work for U.S. Customs & Border Protection within the local commuting area. This vacancy has a local commuting area requirement, as defined below: The area surrounding the duty station by which people reasonably travel back and forth from home to work; Or The employee's permanent duty station is located within the reasonable travel area surrounding the duty station of this vacancy; Or if applicable For employees who are detailed or temporarily promoted for more than 1 year to another duty location, the detailed or temporary duty location is considered to be the duty location of record for commuting area purposes. For employees detailed or temporarily promoted for less than one year, the permanent duty location is considered the duty location of record for commuting area purposes. To meet agency needs, this position will be filled on a temporary basis not-to-exceed (NTE) three years, with a possible extension for an additional one year. You may be returned, at any time, to the position from which temporarily promoted, or to a different position of equivalent grade and pay, and that the return is not subject to the procedures found in 5 C.F.R. §§ 351, 432, 752, and 771. If you are currently a permanent GS -13, you will be laterally reassigned into this position, and may be returned upon completion of the assignment or at any time it is determined that there is no longer an Agency need for this assignment, to the position held prior to this NTE assignment or to a similar permanent position. Return to your original location will be prioritized, but is not guaranteed.

Qualifications

Basic Qualification Requirements: The basic qualification requirements include experience in law enforcement or other responsible work that demonstrates the ability to make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; to deal effectively with individuals or persons in a courteous, tactful manner; and to analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions. AND You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as: Collaborating with Border Patrol managers in the collection, formulation, and development of Border Patrol objectives; Reviewing Border Patrol data and program metrics and recommending the use or development of best practices; Assisting with specific projects that included enforcement operations, intelligence collection and reporting, administrative and logistical support; Creating reports utilizing information from Border Patrol databases and operations for purposes of formulating budget recommendations Language Requirement: Must be proficient in the Spanish language. (i.e., able to speak and read in Spanish). Firearms Requirement: You will be required to carry a firearm while on duty. Anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C. Section 922 (g) (9)). You will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such an offense. Physical and Medical Requirements: Because the duties of the position are of a strenuous nature and require a high degree of interaction and responsibility to the public, you may be required to undergo and successfully pass our medical screening process. We will schedule, provide and pay for the required basic medical examination. For more information, visit this link. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must: Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and Meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 12/30/2020. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation: U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For more information visit this link. Polygraph Examination: This is a polygraph-required position. If you are not a current CBP employee in a law enforcement position, you may be required to take a polygraph exam and have favorable results in order to continue in the pre-employment process. Please see Polygraph Examination. Polygraph Reciprocity: CBP may accept the results of a prior federal polygraph exam in lieu of a CBP polygraph exam. You will receive information to request reciprocity in your Background Investigation Package. Polygraph Waiver: Certain veterans may be eligible to obtain a polygraph waiver. You will receive information to request a waiver in your Background Investigation Package. Residency: There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency wavier by meeting one or more of the following conditions: Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government

Education

Additional Information

This is a Non-Bargaining Unit status position. Motor Vehicle Operation: You must have a valid automobile driver's license at the time of appointment. Shift Work/Overtime: This position requires regular and recurring shift work. You must be willing and available to work rotating shifts. You may also be rotated between assignments and duty locations. You could be required to work overtime on a daily basis and will be compensated up to an additional 25% of your base pay in accordance with the Border Patrol Agent Pay Reform Act of 2014. Travel: Overnight travel may be required on a regular and recurring basis. Uniforms: This position requires you to wear an officially-approved uniform while in duty status. Security Clearance: You may be required to obtain a Secret or higher level clearance for this position. Law Enforcement Retirement: This position meets the eligibility criteria for law enforcement retirement. For more information on required years of service and retirement age clink on this link. For further information on when an employee continues or discontinues coverage under the special retirement system for law enforcement officers, please see the CSRS and FERS handbook, Chapter 46, pages 12-13. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.