Lateral Police Officer

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Boise, ID
Job Type: Full Time Regular
Job Number: 05965
Department: Patrol Valley Division
Opening Date: 10/18/2022
Closing Date: Continuous
Summary Statement
The City of Boise is looking for highly motivated Lateral Police Officers with unwavering integrity, strong moral character and who represent diversity in thought and experiences. The Boise Police Department values its reputation as a premier agency that earns the public's trust through community partnerships and commitment to making the city safe for all residents. Candidates must have strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing, possess good interpersonal skills, common sense, and the ability to problem-solve.
THE CITY OF BOISE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING LATERAL POLICE OFFICER APPLICATIONS FOR 2024.
(ANTICIPATING JANUARY AND JULY ACADEMIES)
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify as a lateral transfer you must:

• Be a citizen of the United States
• Be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire
• Have held a full-time, sworn, certified law enforcement officer position with an Idaho P.O.S.T. Basic Patrol Officer Certificate or greater/equivalent within the last five years
• Be in good standing with current/most recent department(s)

Automatic Disqualifiers
Applicants must not:

• Have used marijuana within the past 1 year or while employed as a law enforcement officer
• Have used any other controlled substances within the past 5 years or while employed as a law enforcement officer
• Have any felony convictions over the age of 18
• Have received any DUIs in the last 2 years or
• Have received 2 DUIs in the last 5 years or
• Have received more than 5 traffic violations in the last 3 years

Compensation
The Boise Police Department offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package for incoming recruits. You can see the complete wages and benefits for new hires, specialties, and more laid out in our current BPD Union Contract.
BPD Wages and Benefits
BPD reserves the right to make changes to the hiring process based on department needs.
Hiring Process for 2024 Lateral AcademyDateRecruitment TimelineMay 20, 2023
June 17, 2023
July 15, 2023
August 5, 2023
September 9 , 2023
October 7, 2023
November 4, 2023Physical Readiness Test (PRT) -REQUIRED

• Applicants are required to self-schedule their appointment online.
• Applicants traveling more than 2 hours to the testing site in Boise may request a PRT at the time of the written exam.
• Within 1 week of the PRT testing, those who pass will receive an invitation to an oral board interview.

May 30-31, 2023
June 26-27, 2023
July 24-25, 2023
August 28-29, 2023
September 25-26, 2023
October 30-31, 2023
November 27-28, 2023Oral Board Interviews -REQUIRED

• Applicants traveling more than 2 hours to the testing site in Boise, Id may request to do a virtual Oral Board or to take the polygraph on the same day as their interview.
• Applicants who pass their Oral Board will be notified within 1 week and placed on an eligibility list.
• All applicants participating in Oral Board after August 2023 will be considered for the July 2024 academy.

Estimated 3 - 4 week timelineBackground and Polygraph Testing -REQUIRED

• Top-ranking applicants will be notified when they transition from the eligibility list to the background investigation phase.
• Applicants will be required to submit a background packet within 7 business days of notification. Please see our website for packet specifics.
• Applicants will be notified by email of their status when their background has been completed and reviewed.

Estimated 2-week timelineFinal Onboarding Appointments -REQUIRED

• Applicants will receive instructions to schedule and complete their final appointments. These include medical evaluation, psych evaluation, fingerprints, onboarding appointment, and uniform fitting. These appointments are in-person.

Upon Final ApprovalFinal OffersJanuary 16, 2024
July 2024 (TBD)Anticipated Academy Start Date
The City of Boise Police Department periodically offers voluntary prep sessions for both written and oral evaluations. Please see our website for more information. Study guides are also available for purchase through the test manufacturer's website.
Essential Functions
Provides information and assistance to motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians regarding traffic violations, traffic issues, and relevant issues as required. Patrols an assigned area with the goal of preventing traffic violations and accidents. Aids persons in trouble and makes referrals to other agencies as appropriate. Issues warnings and/or citations for nonmoving and moving violations. Conducts traffic stops, performs appropriate field tests on citizens suspected of Driving Under the Influence (DUI), searches vehicles, and arrests suspects based on probable cause. (40%)
Responds to reports of suspected violations in-progress and general calls for services such as burglar alarms, armed robberies, assaults and batteries, disturbance of the peace, mental health crisis, and other issues as they arise. Identifies issues upon arriving on scene, and takes appropriate actions such as mediating disputes, securing crime scenes, gathering evidence, etc. Interview available victims, witnesses and suspects. Handles and assists with criminal investigations. (25%)
Initiates, performs, and assists with probable-cause arrests in compliance with all city, state, and federal standards. Responds to, assists with, and/or otherwise notifies proper authorities of emergencies, immediate public safety issues, and related incidents as they occur. (20%)
Assumes command responsibility for conduct and effectiveness of patrol officers and other specialists when acting as the Field Commander in the absence of a Sergeant. Responds to calls and assists officers in particularly difficult or hazardous assignments. Ensures appropriate emergency and related agencies have been notified of issues as required. Reviews reports for compliance with departmental standards. Maintains positive rapport with prosecutors, courts, witnesses, victims, and related staff. Provides court testimony, depositions, and related case management support as required. May be selected for assignment to the following Specialist areas: Acting Field Commander: Assumes command responsibility for the conduct and effectiveness of patrol officers and other specialists in the absence of a Sergeant. Responds to calls and assists officers in particularly difficult or hazardous assignments. Ensures appropriate emergency and related agencies have been notified of issues as required. Reviews reports for compliance with departmental standards.
Patrol: Provides an initial response to any request for police services. Works to suppress criminal activity in a proactive manner. Criminal Investigation: Conducts investigations of alleged major crimes, suspects, and crime scenes, independently and in conjunction with various law enforcement, government, and related agencies as required. Identifies suspects, witnesses, and persons of interest, and recovers stolen property.
Community Outreach: Supports the safety of the community through several specialized units which are tailored to provide services to certain geographic areas and populations or address specific crimes and pattern crimes. Work with community residents and stakeholders bringing community resources together to address long-term issues related to safety and the quality of life in Boise neighborhoods. Promotes a crime-free school environment by investigating juvenile crimes and serving as an informational resource for students, school officials, and citizens. (15%)
Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time. Total Percentage = 100%
Requirements
Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Must be 21 years of age by date of hire
• Have held a full-time, sworn, certified law enforcement officer position with an Idaho P.O.S.T. Basic Patrol Officer Certificate or greater/equivalent within the last 5 years
• Possess a current Basic (or greater) POST certification for patrol or equivalent
• Be in good standing with current and/or previous department
• Include a cover letter and resume with application

Working knowledge of:

• The criminal justice process
• Federal, state, and city rules, regulations, procedures, and judicial rulings related to evidence, searches, seizures, arrests, and police-citizen encounters
• Investigative processes and interrogation techniques; crime scene processing and surveillance techniques
• Social service agencies and community resources and their use and applicability to investigative processes
• Courtroom testimony procedures
• Departmental rules, regulations and procedures
• Crime prevention techniques, principles, and practices; underlying causes of criminal behavior
• Safe and effective arrest techniques
• Basic first aid and CPR
• Dispute resolution techniques
• Computer applications and software used in spreadsheets and word processing

Ability to:

• Maintain a calm demeanor and effectively communicate with officers and the public in potentially controversial situations
• Identify and research various issues arising from investigations
• Investigate, review, provide testimony about, and otherwise handle graphic, disturbing, or otherwise sensitive information or evidence
• Effectively and tactfully work with victims, witnesses, and various other parties regarding allegations of crimes
• Articulate and develop thorough, logical, and accurate reports
• Observe and recall detail
• Provide credible testimony in a court of law
• Manage time effectively
• Prioritize work and identify alternatives to problems and make sound decisions
• Stay abreast of pertinent federal, state and city laws, statutes and ordinances, and judicial rulings
• Effectively and safely operate various law enforcement tools and equipment including firearms and non-lethal weapons
• Communicate and maintain contact with field units via radio and computer
• Assess crisis situations, and establish priorities to determine actions necessary in life-threatening and operational situations
• Work safely without creating unnecessary direct threats to self or others
• Effectively see during times with minimal or no sunlight
• Properly utilize all required safety equipment such as helmets, masks, vests, etc.
• Display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Complete assignments in a timely fashion
• Understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations
• Maintain prompt and regular attendance
• Perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

• Previous law enforcement experience

Licensing And Other Requirements

• Valid Idaho driver's license
• Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) Certification

Special Requirements
Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Credit History Check
• Driving Record Check
• Education Verification
• Post-Offer Medical Examination
• Polygraph Exam
• Physical Fitness Test
• Psychological Evaluation (by a licensed psychologist)
• Criminal Justice Information System background check (CJIS)
• Drug-Free Workplace: In accordance with the City of Boise Drug-Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety-sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hiring. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test.

This position is required to qualify and maintain qualification standards to carry firearms.
Working Conditions
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Physical Efforts
While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and frequently lifting/carrying up to 100 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and frequently pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally moderate. Work includes the sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, run, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Additional physical efforts include: a Police Officer's duties range from periods of physical inactivity to situations requiring extreme physical exertion, stress and which may involve danger.
Working Environment
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, wet and humid conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist, gases, or other airborne matter. Employees...