Police Officer - School Resource - Grade 17

The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the position of:
Police Officer-School Resource Officer-Grade 17.
Position Details
Wage Range Starting at $26.73 per hour (DOE)
Status: Non-exempt/Full-time
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until February 7, 2024.
*Applications without a resume will be disqualified.
North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Certification/License from a Reciprocal State is required with a minimum of two-years of experience as a Police Officer and/or School Resource Officer.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property.
MAJOR DUTIES

• Patrols the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
• Responds to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others.
• Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, and securing crime scenes.
• Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; subpoenas witnesses.
• Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary.
• Assists motorists.
• Provides traffic direction as needed for events such as parades, funerals, events, and school crossings.
• Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary. Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports.
• Inspects and maintains assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment.
• Serves in special positions and on special teams and units as assigned, including Detective, Field Training Officer, Warrant Officer, K-9 Officer, SWAT, School Resource Officer, Traffic Control, etc.

Performs related duties as School Resource Officer to include:

• Enhancing the services provided to those persons within the School District and the community with an emphasis in the reduction and prevention of school-related violence and crimes committed by juveniles and young adults.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and orderly learning environment for students, teachers and staff.
• Address crime and disorder problems, gang and drug activities affecting or occurring in or around the School District.
• Build upon the respect and understanding between law enforcement and the school communities.
• Serve as a proactive role model to instill in student's high moral standards, good judgment and discretion, respect for other students, and a sincere concern for the school community.
• Promote citizen awareness to enable students to become better informed and effective citizens. The SRO will empower students with the knowledge of the law, the obligation regarding enforcement, and the consequences for violations.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, city codes, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of law enforcement principles and practices.
• Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures. Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
• Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
• Skill in the use of a computer. Skill in operating police vehicles, firearms, and emergency equipment.
• Skill in operating radios and communications equipment. Skill in operating radar equipment.
• Skill in restraining persons without causing physical harm.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Certification/License from a Reciprocal State is required with a minimum of two-years of experience as a Police Officer and/or School Resource Officer.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification for the State of North Dakota. North Dakota Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Certification/License from a Reciprocal State required.

After open position(s) is/are filled, applicants who have successfully completed the interview process may be placed on a hiring list to be considered for future openings.
Notes:

• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran's preference must include Form DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran's preferences must also include Form DD-214 and a letter less than one year old from the Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD-214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indication disability, or the veteran's death certificate.
• Applicants who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Human Resources at 701-667-3217.
• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• The City of Mandan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.