CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER
ELIGIBILTY REGISTER
NAMPA POLICE DEPARTMENT
April 16, 2018
The City of Nampa is anticipating upcoming hiring for Certified/ Lateral Transfer Police Officers. The department is building an eligibility list for current and future positions. Nampa Police Department offers a lateral transfer program for certified officers, at a 2 for 1 years of service ratio (e.g. Transfers with 10 years’ experience with another agency plug in at NPD 5 year pay rate, rather than starting pay rate)
The City of Nampa is committed to ensuring equal opportunities to all individuals. If you need an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact the Human Resource Recruiting Specialist at 468-5437. TDD Relay Service: US West 1-800-377-3529 or 7-1-1.
APPLICANTS - CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
AN ONLINE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED AT THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES:
www.cityofnampa.us AND www.nationaltestingnetwork.com to sign up for the written exam. Seating for the written exam is limited at our Boise Test Site although other test sites are available. Last day to take the written exam is May 11, 2018.
PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT, CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO GO THROUGH A STRINGENT BACKGROUND CHECK
Salary Information: $20.34-$33.13 per hour +2% bilingual Spanish/English or Sign Language incentive.
Hours: Must be able to work flexible and varied hours.
Benefit Information:
- Health Insurance, Dental and Vision
- Life Insurance
- PERSI retirement
- Voluntary 457 deferred compensation program
- Voluntary 401(k) retirement program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Fully paid Long term disability insurance
- Personal Leave & Holiday Pay
- Uniforms provided
Testing Procedures:
Oral Board Interview and Physical Fitness Exam will be conducted on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, with additional dates added if needed.
The scored oral interview:
A panel of interviewers will ask questions to gain insight into your qualifications and ability to perform as a police officer. We are interested in your prior education or experience, your reasons for seeking a position as a police officer, and why you feel you would be a good member of our team.
An eligibility list will be created based on an average of the written exam and oral interview scores. Points will be awarded to eligible veterans in accordance with Federal and State laws, those details are outlined below.
It is the successful candidate's responsibility to notify Nampa City Human Resources of any change of address and/or telephone number during the term of the eligibility list.
Names may remain on the eligibility list for one year, or until deemed otherwise by the Police Chief and/or Human Resource Director.
Prior to appointment, candidate(s) will be required to pass a driving record check, a comprehensive background investigation, a full medical exam and drug/alcohol screening which is paid for by the City of Nampa.
Note regarding Veterans Status:
Candidates who qualify for veteran's preference, and who pass the administered exams of the testing process, are given veteran's preference points which are added to their overall test score. You must submit a long-form DD-214 at the oral board interview, which indicates the nature of your discharge in order to receive veteran's preference.
Physical fitness Exam
All prospective hires for Nampa Police Department, regardless of POST Certification, must pass the standard Idaho POST physical fitness test as part of the testing process for Nampa Police Department. Applicants must score at least the following minimums on each of the five events;
Vertical jump - 14.0"
1-minute sit-ups - 15 reps
Pushups - 21 reps
300 meter run: 77.0 seconds
1.5 mile run: 17 min 17 seconds
POSITION SUMMARY
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
The principal function of an employee in this class is to perform a variety of law enforcement duties in the enforcement of all Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances to ensure the preservation of public peace, prevention of crimes, protection of life and property. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of a Command Officer, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Police Chief, other Command Officers, other City personnel, elected and appointed officials, representatives of Federal, State, County and municipal agencies, and the general public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations which may involve exposure to potential personal danger.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The goal of the Patrol Division is to address community problems and assure a safe community environment through directed and routine patrol. As the most visible and largest division of the police department, the Patrol Division provides the first response to emergency and non-emergency incidents. Patrol personnel proactively address community problems, use various specialized units for special community problems, and deliver police services to city residents.
A total of 64 patrol officers and 2 DUI specialists’ man eight teams with eight officers assigned per team. 5 sworn volunteer reserve officers also volunteer their time and assist with patrol activities. Two watch commanders (Lieutenants) act as supervisors of the shifts. Each patrol team has a Sergeant and Corporal directly supervising the team. The schedule has a day shift, early swing shift, a late swing shift and a night shift each day. The officers work 11.5-hour shifts, alternating working 4 days one week then 3 days the next week. The schedule has double coverage between 11:00 A.M. and 3:00 A.M. each day, allowing for more units to be available during these high call loads time periods. Many extra duty assignments including K-9, Tactical Response Team (TRT), Field Training Officer, and Crime Scene Investigator, are available to the patrol officers. See the Specialties page for a full list of specialties. As with any department, the patrol division is the backbone of the agency, with most of the department's resources being put into this division.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions since the age of 18
- No under the age of 18 adult criminal waivers
- No undetected felony or serious misdemeanors committed by applicant since the age of 18
- No minor misdemeanor convictions in the last 5 years or extensive minor misdemeanor history
- No marijuana/cannabis use in the last 3 years
- No other illicit drug use in the last 5 years
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must be a legal citizen of the United States
- Ability to take and pass required;
o Extensive written examination
o Physical fitness test
o Oral board evaluation
o Extensive FBI & criminal background check
o Polygraph examination
o Extensive psychological examination and evaluation
o Medical fitness examination
Preference Points will be given to those individuals who meet one of the following criteria-
- Military experience, must submit a long form DD-214
- Sixty-four (64) college credits. College credits must be from
an accredited institution and may include academic or
technical courses.
- Bilingual in Spanish/English - A language fluency test will be
conducted.
Documentation for preference points must be submitted at the oral board interview
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions Statement(s)
1. Enforces all local, State, and Federal laws within the jurisdiction of the City in coordination with other Police Departments in surrounding jurisdictions.
2. Provides information and assistance to motorists, pedestrians, and the general public as it relates to law enforcement functions.
3. Patrols all assigned areas, monitors activity to identify violations of applicable law, and takes appropriate actions to deal with the situation, including making arrests and charging suspects, issuing citations, issuing written warnings, or rectifying the situation through a dialogue with all parties involved as warranted.
4. Maintains a highly visible presence within the community for the purpose of deterring crime, maintaining good community relations, and providing an identifiable source for citizen assistance, guidance, protection, and service.
5. Evaluates the need to advise suspects of their constitutional rights and advises all arrested individuals as required.
6. Enforces all traffic laws and issues citations or warnings for violations.
7. Responds to calls and/or complaints from citizens, takes statements from all parties involved, identifies any violations, and determines appropriate action as the situation warrants.
8. Informs supervising officers immediately of any situation which appears to be out of the ordinary.
9. Performs complex investigative work, including investigating crime scenes and traffic accidents, making arrests as warranted, performing crime scene control, interviewing victims, suspects, and witnesses, photographing crime scenes, dusting for fingerprints, and storing and maintaining evidence in accordance with prescribed guidelines as required.
10. Performs residential and business security checks.
11. Provides emergency medical attention to citizens when responding to calls for assistance.
12. Maintains all appropriate reports and records of criminal and arrest activity for use in both documentation and prosecution and gives testimony in open court.
13. Coordinates crime scene control and investigations, including conducting interviews.
14. Evaluates and determines the use of lethal force using the greatest level of discretion.
15. Maintains security and possession of a firearm and related equipment at all times.
16. Monitors an assigned area in order to prevent crime, traffic violations, and accidents, including stopping motorists for vehicle maintenance violations, and/or unsafe, illegal, or suspicious actions as necessary.
17. Apprehends individuals suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and administers appropriate tests as required.
18. Protects and secures accident, disaster, and crime scenes to ensure the preservation of evidence for investigation and protection of persons and property.
19. Responds to burglar alarms, armed robberies, assaults, other crimes in progress, and general calls for police assistance, and warns, summons, or arrests violators as appropriate.
20. Conducts investigations of criminal complaints and other deceptive practices, including collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, appearing and testifying in court, and applying and serving search and arrest warrants as necessary.
21. Locates and processes stolen vehicles.
22. Assists motorists with inoperable vehicles and arranges for the immediate removal of stranded vehicles to ensure public safety.
23. Responds to civil and disturbance of the peace calls, and takes appropriate action to ensure public safety, including communicating with emotionally disturbed persons and restraining uncooperative individuals.
24. Prepares complete and accurate reports on all arrests, citations, warnings, and other enforcement activities as required.
25. Appears and testifies in court as required.
26. Acts as a liaison between the Police Department and the news media, local organizations, schools, and the general public to ensure effective working relationships and positive public relations, including working with other local civic groups to educate the general public on issues such as public health, child safety, traffic safety, and anti-drug and violence campaigns.
27. Addresses citizens' complaints or concerns regarding significant and/or controversial issues and takes appropriate measures to ensure an expedient resolution or citizen satisfaction.
28. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement.
29. Oversees the use and care of equipment as required.
30. Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions.
31. Assumes responsibility for other duties as required or assigned.
ESSENTIAL RELATIONSHIP EXPECTATIONS
Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
Communicates information and states concerns in a clear and professional manner.
Respects the opinion of others and demonstrates a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors and others.
Accepts and performs in a timely and effective manner changes in work assignments and/or how work is performed.
SKILLS/ABILITIES
Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language and deal with a wide range of persons, including situations in which individuals may be upset over some issue involved with City activities and policies.
Ability to work with a variety of individuals from different ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds.
Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures, and instructions, use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions, and prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations. Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
TO APPLY PLEASE VISIT: WWW.CITYOFNAMPA.US. AND WWW.NATIONALTESTINGNETWORK.COM. Position may close prior to closing date.
Special Conditions:
The City of Nampa has a Drug/Alcohol Free Workplace Policy. Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug test, background check and driving record check.
The City of Nampa is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
The City has reviewed this job announcement/description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the City reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the City may deem appropriate.