Police Officer

About This Role

The Police Officer is responsible for the protection of life and property, prevention of crimes, apprehension of criminals, and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Duties normally consist of routine patrol, preliminary investigations, and traffic regulation in order to provide a safe environment for citizens and visitors. Must respond and engage in calls for service, ranging from friendly assists to highly stressful and dangerous situations. In certain cases as assigned, the incumbent is responsible for training probationary officers. <br><br>The Police Officer is involved with regular and irregular shift work and shift rotations necessary to provide police services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year (weekends and holidays included). <br><br><strong>Safety/Security Sensitive Designation: </strong>This position is classified as safety/security sensitive under the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Amendment and is therefore subject to random drug and alcohol testing. <br><br><strong><u>To apply all interested candidates must:</u></strong><ol style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li>Submit a completed City of Springdale application.</li><li>Register for a Law Enforcement - Fron

Requirements

<ul><li>High school diploma or GED plus specialized training and/or additional college courses and 19-23 months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>For Field Training Officer: 3 years of related experience and/or training and a minimum of 2-6 months of management experience.</li><li>Must possess a valid Arkansas Driver’s License. </li><li>Must be able to obtain a Basic State Law Enforcement Training Certification, BAC Datamaster-Operator, Radar, SFST, Driving Course, Defensive Tactics, Firearms course.</li><li>ACIC Level I or CJIS Certification.</li><li>For Field Training Officer: Instructor Development and Field Training Certification.</li><li>Must be proficient in the use of a personal computer, standard office equipment,