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General Summary You must complete theHigh School Intern Application (See High School Guidance Counselor for application or visit City Hall). DO NOT COMPLETE AN APPLICATION ONLINE. We have provided your High School Counselors with all the needed information. Please submit the completed application by 6:00 p.m., Friday, September 20, 2019. To be considered, you must turn the completed application in to City Hall 39700 West Civic Center Plaza, scan and email to jamie.westmiller@maricopa-az.gov or give to your counselor. Departments available: * Community Services (Sports, Membership - Copper Sky) *Police Department (Operations, Support, Victims Services) *Fire Department (Administrative) *Development Services (Building Safety, Permitting, Planning, Engineering) * Administrative Services The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. This position is FLSAnon-exempt and seasonal. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Essential Duties are not intended to be anall-inclusivelist of all responsibilities, duties and skills.They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned: File documents. Make copies and/or packets. Data entry. Answer phones. Set up conference rooms. Other duties as assigned. Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications Must be a Junior or Senior in High School, 16 years old by start of the internship and live in Maricopa.Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (not weighted).Must have reliable transportation to and from the City andbe able to work 10-20 hours per week for 10 consecutive weeks. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for evaluation at the discretion of city management. Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: Basic filing; Email, MS Office, Google Docs

General Summary This position will perform various maintenance duties at the community and regional parks. This position will report to the Park Supervisor and will be responsible for adhering to maintenance and safety standards that strengthen the community image and sense of place in all City Parks. This position will possess a strong orientation towards customer service, a stewardship philosophy toward ecosystem management, and will be committed to professional development and perform related duties as required.First review date is September 30, 2019. The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at hr@maricopa-az.gov . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Basic knowledge of irrigation systems, including timers, sprinkler heads and lines Basic knowledge of turf management principles Maintain athletic activity areas (including mowing and weed control), fences, benches, drinking fountains, sidewalks and restrooms Maintain park by blowing, weed eating and power washing facilities Maintain and repairs playground equipment (including safety checks) Remove graffiti from park area Clean and remove litter from parks, streets, and other public areas Operate and/or drives a variety of light and heavy equipment Inspect and repair tennis and basketball courts (including safety checks) Open and lock public facilities as warranted (e.g. restrooms, concession stands, etc.) Plan, organize, schedule, conduct and direct recreation activities at city facilities or other designate facilities Lead and enforce program policies and procedures with participants Maintain site records, prepare weekly reports, develop program brochures and informational schedules Prepare and distribute flyers, posters and other advertisements for City of Maricopa programs Other duties as assigned. Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications Education and Experience The equivalent of a high school diploma and at least one year experience equivalent to that of a Parks Worker, in supervising youth/adult sports programs and Municipal Park or private landscape companies. Pesticide Applicators Certificate, within one year of appointment is required Preferred qualifications Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and First Aid Course certifications Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: Understanding of current Parks and Recreation principles and trends (is desired but not required) Skill in: Tasks require the ability to operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials, commensurate with duties of the position. Professional social and interpersonal communication skills, requiring significant internal and external interaction. Ability to: Schedule, coordinate, and manage various projects of varying degrees of difficulty, size and complexity Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and innovation in situations involving evaluation of information.

General Summary The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at hr@maricopa-az.gov . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. This is the Intermediate level class in the Accounting Specialist series. Positions in this class are normally filled by advancement from the class of Accounting Specialist I or, when filled from the outside, require significant prior related work experience which allows the employee to meet the qualification standards for the I and II levels. Positions at this level facilitate and perform a variety of complex accounting functions in one or more of the following areas: general accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing and payroll. This position works with highly sensitive, confidential banking and employee information, along with budgets, and related accounting data. This position performs tasks that require strong logical understanding of system functionality using financial software systems under limited supervision. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers, communicates with City staff, associate personnel, vendors, and the general public to establish and maintain effective working relationships. • Prepares, reviews, finalizes and monitors or follow up on a variety of accounts payable/receivable or payroll activities including requesting information from departments, updating and reconciling of data for report preparation. Receives, reviews, and verifies check requests/invoices and supporting documentation; Sorts, codes and match invoices, set invoices up for payment, enter and upload invoices into the City's financial management system. Prepares and performs check runs, and reconcile accounts payable/receivable transactions. Monitors accounts to ensure payments are up to date; research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues. Prepares information for State of Arizona Transaction Privilege Tax monthly filing. Reconciles vendor statements, researches and amends discrepancies. Maintains and oversees department's use of Accounts Receivable program. Maintains and oversees departments and vendors use of Accounts payable program. Prepares program expenditures for the budget process. Assists in annual 1099 forms preparation and distribution to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Corresponds with vendors and responds to inquiries Maintains vendor files. Provides supporting documentation for audits. Assists with payroll processing duties. Provides written and oral information to City staff concerning accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll inquiries. Communicates with City staff, associate personnel, vendors, and the general public to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Comprehends and makes inferences from a variety of written material Applies critical thinking to identify, create, propose, implement and measure continuous improvement activities. Prepares and processes journal entries as needed. Produces monthly reports; assists with month end closing. Completes special projects as assigned. Collects and tabulates data to assist supervisor with special projects. Performs other job-related duties as needed Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications Education and Experience A high school diploma (or GED equivalent) At least two (2) years of related accounts payable/receivable and/or payroll processing work experience. Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS Will be required to pass a Microsoft Office test with intermediate level of knowledge. Will be required to pass a typing test with 45 WPM. Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver's license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS An Associate's Degree (or higher) in accounting, finance or related field and/or experience in the processing of accounts receivables. Three (3) years accounts receivable/payable and/or payroll processing experience. One (1) year of accounting experience with general ledger. Experience working with MUNIS or similar financial management system. Experience in government, municipal, or non-profit utilizing fund accounting. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for Preferred Qualifications at the discretion of the hiring authority. Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: Bookkeeping principles and practices Accounts payable/receivable and/or payroll processing Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment Basic mathematical principles Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations Automated financial accounting software Data entry techniques Skill in: Keyboarding Using computers and related software applications Operating standard office equipment Ability to: Perform basic mathematical calculations Maintain records and files Manage and execute multiple tasks Perform general ledger entries Provide customer service Compile data Prepare, maintain, and proofread a variety of financially related reports Review documentation to monitor compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules, and regulations Apply and explain applicable policies and/or procedures, laws, codes or regulations

General Summary MEMO To: All Personnel From: Steve Stahl, Police Chief Date: August 26, 2019 Re: UPCOMING POLICE LIEUTENANT PROMOTIONAL PROCESS The City of Maricopa Police Department and the Human Resources Department will be hosting a Police Lieutenant promotional process tentatively scheduled for September/October 2019. Additional details regarding the exact time, date, and testing location will be provided as they become available and are approved by the Human Resources Department. This notification is being provided to allow interested internal Sergeants notice of the selection process and provide time to prepare. The bullet points below provide additional information on this process. Process will create a 6-month list that can be extended for six additional months at the Chief's discretion. List will be used for all future Acting Lieutenant positions for the duration of the list. All Interested applicants will submit a resume' and letter of interest uploaded in Governmentjobs. ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofmaricopaaz/promotionaljobs ). Governmentjobs will send a confirmation email notification to each candidate when their respective letter of interest is received. Closing date will be September 23, 2019. Posting will be for internal and external candidates. Internal candidates must have 2-years of current consecutive years of experience as a Maricopa Police Sergeant and possess a Bachelor's degree. As per policy 3.60, revised 09/2019. External candidates must have 3-years of consecutive experience as a Lieutenant with an agency comparable in size or larger to the Maricopa Police Department (50-100 sworn officers) and possess a Bachelor's degree. External candidates must still possess their Arizona Peace Officer Certification.External candidates must provide any documentation including disciplinary history for the previous 3 years, work notes compiled by previous supervisors and performance evaluations as requested by the Maricopa police Department. External candidates must meet all requirements of AZPOST certification including a background investigation, polygraph and medical examination. 7. Job description and salary will be consistent with HR guidelines. Selection Process Letter of Interest and current resumé uploaded in Governmentjobs ( https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofmaricopaaz/promotionaljobs ) by 4 p.m. on September 23, 2019. The Candidate evaluation process will consist of the following components and be used to identify those candidates meeting the basic requirements to be selected to be a Lieutenant. Take Home Written Assessment - A take home written assessment will consist of 3 items that lieutenant's review on a regular basis. Candidates must evaluate each item and take the best course of action and support why their actions are the best. This assignment must be your own work with no outside assistance. Panel Interview - A panel comprised of supervisors from both inside and outside the department will conduct the interview. Written Assessment/Role Play Presentation - The candidate will be asked to give 3 presentations to the interview panel. This will be an interactive exercise where the candidates are asked questions about the presentations and evaluated on their responses. The candidate will be making the presentation to evaluators representing the Command staff of the Maricopa Police Department. Scores will be weighted as follows: Take home Written Assessment 20 points Panel Interview 35 points Role Play/Written Assessment Presentation 45 points Candidates must obtain a score of 70% during the selection process to eligible to participate in the interview with the Chief of Police. Human Resources will compile an alphabetical list of the top five candidates eligible for interviews with the Chief of Police. The Chief of Police may provide study materials to any of the candidates selected to be interviewed by him. During the Chief's interview candidates will be evaluated on: Past work performance including interpersonal skills, problem solving and critical decision making. Work station file Discipline history for the previous 3-year period Leadership abilities Critical decision making and problem solving List will be retained for 6-months with an option for a 6-month extension at the Chief's discretion. If there are any questions about this process, please contact Commander Campbell for clarification. Thank you all for your hard work and I wish all candidates much success! The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned, and expected commensurate with the administrative needs of a newly incorporated city. The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at hr@maricopa-az.gov . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Essential Duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Working in succinct collaboration with the next level of Command Staff, the fundamental reason this classification exists is to supervise the activities of an assigned area or within a section of the Police Department; or perform responsible staff and administrative functions. Incumbents of this class function as the commanding officer of a uniformed police team or an assigned shift of the patrol section. In some assignments, incumbents are required to become involved in situations requiring extreme physical exertion. Supervision is exercised over Police Sergeants, Police Officers, civilian supervisors and employees. In the absence of the next level of Command Staff, assumes charge of police activities at the scene of major criminal incidents, civil disturbances, and other major emergencies or events. Work is performed under general orders received from a Police Commander or other higher ranking supervisor, and performance is reviewed through observation of results and evaluation of reports submitted. 40 hours per week minimum; average range 50-60 hours per week. This position may require irregular working assignments, which includes working nights, weekends, holidays, rotating shifts, swing shifts, and occasional callbacks, as needed, or as assigned. Designated as an "essential employee," incumbent may be required to remain on duty without advance notice due to emergencies or staffing shortages. Assists with plans, operations and administrative resources to accomplish department goals and objectives. Responsibility for patrol operations; special event planning; emergency management investigations, reports and report writing; application and enforcement of departmental policies and procedures, professional standards performance evaluations, customer and staff relations development and execution of in-service training and (new hire) field training & evaluation; crime prevention education; and community based outreach & initiatives. Assists the next level of Command Staff in the implementation, and maintenance of internal policies, procedures, and practices. Ensures that all operational, administrative, and organizational matters are uniformly executed, and effectively communicated. Selects, trains, supervises and evaluates staff. Plans, organizes and directs the work of management, professional, clerical/technical and other personnel in administrative/support services. Investigates, analyzes and reports upon employee performance and misconduct; recommends specialized training, professional development, disciplinary and corrective actions. Manages criminal and non-criminal case loads employing proper investigative and interview techniques, including processing of crime scenes, rules of evidence, court system and proper courtroom procedures, search and seizure laws, and federal and state asset forfeiture procedures. Incumbent exercises considerable knowledge, training and experience for executing duties independently, and within applicable legal/ policy parameters and limitations. Other duties as required. Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications Education and Experience Minimum four (4) years' experience as a Police Sergeant in a medium to large municipality. Must demonstrate sound knowledge and practical application of police administration, operations, organization, planning, personnel management and resource management. Essential skill set includes excellent customer service based skills, advanced supervisory and managerial performance, and experience in providing a full range of public safety services in a similar Police environment. Additional essential skill sets include excellent customer service based skills, to include ability to communicate effectively and efficiently both orally and in writing (i.e. preparing professional business correspondence, policies manuals and presentations). Must obtain an Arizona driver's license within 30 days of hire Must pass an AZ POST background check and polygraph examination, medical exam, drug and alcohol screening and be AZ POST certified at time of appointment Use of personal or City vehicles on City business is required; individual Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, public administration or related field Successful completion of IACP/AZ Post leadership in police organizations course Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for evaluation at the discretion of city management. Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: Principles and practices of supervision and personnel administration United States and Arizona Constitutions, Federal, State and City criminal and traffic laws and ordinances, and related court decisions General social problems and cultural diversity of citizenry Modern police methods, practices, and procedures Geography of the City, community service organizations, location of facilities and buildings, City of Maricopa Policies, Rules and Procedures Skills required: Produce written documents in the English language with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation, and grammar Demonstrate proficiency in widely used and contemporary computer based applications (i.e. Microsoft Office suite) Communicate in the English language by phone, police radio system, or in person in a group or one-to-one setting Evaluate a situation, make effective decisions under pressure, and take appropriate action Recognize and control sources of personal stress in order to perform requirements Ability to: Perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others Work cooperatively, courteously, but firmly with all segments of the public Observe and monitor data, objects, people or behavior to determine compliance with prescribed operating or safety standards and recall details Use firearms and related police emergency equipment Comprehend and make inferences from material written in the English language and learn job-related material through observation, structured lecture or oral instruction Remain in a standing or sitting position for extended periods of time Maintain moral integrity Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others Travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces Maintain acceptable level of physical fitness to meet department standards

General Summary Serves as the primary contact for technical assistance for end users requiring support of IT applications, services and equipment. Troubleshoots and supports break/fix issues including analysis and repair of connectivity, software and hardware, access requests, equipment configuration, quality control, software installation and upgrading. Essential Duties & Responsibilities The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Provides first level technical support for end users, over the phone and through email, and chat.Receives incoming customer requests for application, software, hardware, and telephone support. Creates, maintains and troubleshoots network (Active Directory based) user accounts. Provides software support, which includes including installing, maintaining and troubleshooting all client operating systems in use and successive releases. Provides hardware support, which includes installing, configuring, upgrading, maintaining and troubleshooting numerous hardware, desktops, laptops, servers, printers, iPads, tablets, MDCs, smartphones, mobile phones, digital phone systems, projectors, etc. Performs setup and troubleshoots network printers and copiers. Provides on-site and remote technical training assistance in support of IT initiatives and projects as needed. Performs related work as required. Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience A high school diploma (or GED equivalent) At least three (3) years of related work experience working as IT technician Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Licenses or Certifications CompTIA, A+, or Network+ Certification Possession of (or ability to obtain within 1 month of hire) a standard driver license Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: New technology and uses for end user Computer hardware and work related software applications Network and standalone multi-functional printer devices Various copiers, printers and fax machines Active Directory Console Microsoft Office 2010 and higher Operating systems Door access and badging systems. Skill in: Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature Verbal and written communication Customer service and support Prioritization and time management Active listening Troubleshooting Ability to: Install and configure authorized software Meet deadlines and manage multiple projects Speak in clear concise easy to understand terms Remain current and understand and use new technology Use and implementation of specialized video software Provide one-on-one specialized training to end-user Download and install printer drivers for multiple printer products Troubleshoot copiers, printers, and fax machine by using remote access and verbal communication Meet schedules and deadlines of the work Follow oral and written instructions

General Summary * The first review date will be July 25th. The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at hr@maricopa-az.gov . Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The Plan Reviewer plans, organizes and supervises plan review operations, as required within the Development Services Department (Building Safety Division). Incumbent works under the supervision of the Building Official or from other supervisory or management staff. Incumbent performs a variety of highly skilled technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs technical review of residential and commercial buildings and construction plans for compliance with the City and other applicable building codes, including but not limited to architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire safety, health, and other applicable codes. Interprets codes and regulations related to plans review and construction projects; researches and brings forward recommendations for updates. Approves or denies plans as appropriate; signs off on approved plans; obtains signatures for approved plans and legal documents. Consults with architects, engineers, designers, contractors and homeowners concerning deficiencies with structural and non-structural requirements; explains codes and regulations. Assists building inspectors on difficult or unusual code requirements for residential and commercial structures. Researches alternate products, materials and methods of construction for compliance, and make recommendations to the Building Official. Coordinates with City Fire and other departments regarding public health, fire and life safety issues. Conducts field/site visits when needed; inspects sites to identify potential construction difficulties due to existing items not reflected on construction plans. Recommends and assists in the implementation of goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for plan reviews and permit issuance; implements policies and procedures as directed by the Building Official. Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications; prepares various reports on operations and activities. Reviews building plans to determine code compliance. Recommends changes in codes to resolve design and interpretation issues and to accommodate new materials and new design concepts; interprets provisions of the construction and zoning codes for architects, engineers, contractors, inspectors and building owners. Confers with architects, engineers, contractors and owners on proposed projects to resolve problems prior to submittal; conducts preliminary plan reviews of projects before they are formally submitted. Attends various project meetings to inform applicants of the City of Maricopa's building code requirements, policies, and procedures; serves as a skilled technical advisor. Prepares regularly scheduled reports. Answers questions and advises the public by telephone or at the counter concerning codes and plan check reports; advises building inspectors of unusual design, construction or installation problems. Other duties as assigned. Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications Education and Experience Bachelor's Degree from accredited college or university with major course work in civil, structural, mechanical or electrical engineering, architecture or a related field; Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience in building design and construction. ICC Certification as a Building Plans Examiner is required at time of hire. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job, may be substituted for Preferred Qualifications at the discretion of the hiring authority. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience in code administration and enforcement; Experience in commercial and residential plans examination; Full-time experience in commercial, industrial, governmental, or large-scale residential development; Previous public sector experience. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license. Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: Federal, state, and local ordinances, regulations and codes. Skill in: Initiative and independent judgment; Operate a personal computer including job-related software applications (Microsoft office and Outlook) that apply to the work performed. Functional reasoning skills enabling the analysis of major problems that necessitate complex planning for interrelated activities that can span one or several work units. Situational reasoning skills allowing for the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and innovation in situations involving broader aspects of the organization. Ability to: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with citizens, business owners, city management and co-workers; Work patiently and tactfully with a diverse customer environment. Function in a major organizational unit requiring significant internal and external interaction. Operate, maneuver, and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials, commensurate with duties of the position. Schedule, coordinate, and manage various projects of varying degrees of difficulty, size and complexity.

General Summary This posting is for someone who is already a Certified Police Officer. The attached AZPOST application must be notarized, and submitted with your application in order to be considered for any additional testing. Successful candidates in prescreening interview will be required to pass a Physical and Written exam through. See below for the testing requirements. Due to the high level of interest we are unable to respond to individual job applicants. Please read the application instructions ; only complete applications will be considered. The City of Maricopa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Management's vision is "to be open, responsive and accountable while serving the public with integrity." Job Description The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned, and expected commensurate with the administrative needs of a City. This is a FLSA- Non-Exempt position. General Purpose The job of a Maricopa Police Officer is "To ensure safety and security for each person in our community through proactive, progressive and professional law enforcement services," and to adhere to the core values and code of ethics put forth by the Department. Performs general duty and investigative police work in the protection of life and property through crime prevention and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. The principal function of an employee in this class is to enforce state and local laws and ordinances, respond to calls for the protection of life and property, conduct criminal and non-criminal investigations, make arrests and to perform other assigned law enforcement and public safety duties. Duties normally consist of patrol and traffic activities in the city on an assigned shift. Officers may be delegated to assignments in specialized areas such as neighborhood services, community services, criminal investigations services, administration, or other assignment. Work is performed under the general direction of a supervising Sergeant. Considerable latitude is granted to the employee but work is subject to periodic performance audits and annual evaluations. The principal duties of this class are performed in both a general office environment and an outdoor environment that may include exposure to adverse weather conditions and to potential personal danger. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Essential Duties are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. Enforces state and local laws and ordinances. Patrols assigned areas of the City in a car, bicycle, motorcycle, or on foot. Maintains community presence and/or responds to calls for service and takes appropriate action. Responds to calls related to the protection of life and property, traffic incidents, and other public safety emergencies. Responds to patrol calls which include domestic incidents, burglaries, juvenile disturbances, health and welfare assists, civil standby, business and residential alarms, thefts, traffic accidents, civil protection order/no contact order violations, bomb threats, hazardous material spills, and other public and life safety incidents. Determines the existence of probable cause and identifies and takes suspects and offenders into physical custody, or refers charges for review and prosecution. Prepares reports of arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed. Completes reports and other related documents in a timely manner. Conducts both preliminary and follow-up investigations and collects evidence in disturbances, criminal incidents, hazardous incidents, vehicle accidents, and deaths. Verbally interacts with witnesses and victims, suspects, and offenders to obtain information. Conducts examinations of persons, vehicles, premises, or areas to determine the presence of individuals or illegal activities or articles. Takes suspect or offender into custody and delivers them to appropriate confinement location, maintaining security and safety of individuals being moved from one location to another. Performs self-initiated patrol consisting of traffic stops, patrolling high crime areas of the City, warrant arrests, drug interdictions, DUI emphasis patrol, seat belt emphasis, juvenile drinking emphasis, and other relevant law enforcement activities. Coordinates and conducts detailed investigations of violent crimes, child abuse, property crimes, vice, gaming, and narcotics violations. Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City and Department policies and procedures. Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions. Follows City-wide safety policy and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the City's Safety Handbook. May serve in other specialized areas such as neighborhood services, community services, criminal investigations section, administrative services, or other assignment. Performs undercover surveillance activities. Develops and maintains good relationships with informants and contacts which may be helpful in criminal investigations. Prepares search and arrest warrants. Contacts and cooperates with other law enforcement and non-law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses. Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Other duties as assigned. Minimum and Preferred Entrance Qualifications Meet all minimum qualification of Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (AZ POST and successful completion of all minimum requirements of an AZ POST certified academy as designated by the Maricopa Police Department. AZ POST requirements: Applicants must be a United States citizen. At least 21 years of age by graduation from Police Academy. No upper age limit. Requires graduation from high school or GED. Undergo a complete Background Investigation that meets the standards of AZ POST. Undergo a complete medical examination that meets AZ POST standards. As outlined by AZ POST, vision is acceptable if it is 20/20 uncorrected or 20/20 or better corrected by glasses. If vision is uncorrected at 20/80 or better, and can be corrected to 20/20 by use of glasses or hard contacts, it is acceptable. If vision is uncorrected at 20/20, it must be corrected to 20/20 with soft contacts. An eye examination by an optometrist of the City's choice will be required prior to appointment. Radial keratotomy may be accepted once visual acuity is stabilized. Applicants may NOT have been convicted of a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in Arizona. Applicants must not be under any indictment for any felony in any state or jurisdiction. The applicant may not have been previously denied, revoked or have had their certification suspended. Applicants may not have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces. Must possess an Arizona Class D Driver's License by hire date. No license or registration suspensions within the last 3 years from the date of application. Prior to appointment or attending an academy, an applicant shall meet the following minimum qualifications: Must not have illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale marijuana; Not have illegally used marijuana for any purpose within the past three years; Not have illegally used marijuana other than for experimentation Must not have illegally sold, produced, cultivated, or transported for sale a dangerous drug or narcotic; Not have illegally used a dangerous drug or narcotic, other than marijuana, for any purpose within the past seven years; Not have illegally used a dangerous drug or narcotic other than for experimentation; Not have a pattern of abuse of prescription medication The illegal use of marijuana, or a dangerous drug or narcotic is presumed to be not for experimentation if: The use of marijuana exceeds a total of 20 times or exceeds 5 times since the age of 21 years and the use of any dangerous drug or narcotic, other than marijuana, in any combination exceeds a total of 5 times, or exceeds 1 time since the age of 21 years Due to the nature of the position, driving is required to perform the duties of a Police Officer. Factors which could prohibit a candidate from moving forward in the testing process include: Loss of license due to driving violation points and/or two Chargeable accidents within the previous 3 years. Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties Knowledge of: Police methods, practices and procedures with ability to apply this knowledge to specific situations; Departmental rules and regulations and state and City laws and ability to enforce, interpret and explain the same; The geography of the City of Maricopa and established police beat; Crime patterns and trends in an assigned area; Conflict management techniques; Crime scene investigations and preservation of evidence; Techniques of interviewing and interrogations; Community service organizations and facilities; Skill in the use of firearms and operating a motor vehicle. Ability to: Analyze situations and adapt quickly, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances; Identify potential crime situations or traffic hazards and take preventive action; Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; deal courteously, but firmly, with the general public; Deal effectively with people having diverse social and economic backgrounds; Maintain composure and operation efficiency under high stress situations; Perform the physical requirements of a Police Officer; Learn how to utilize a computerized record system; Develop and use confidential information sources. **In order to be considered for you must complete and attach the following documents.** APPLICATION PROCESS If you meet the minimum qualifications as set forth AZ POST standards: Complete the following paperwork: AZ POST Statement of Personal History and Application for Certification form: http://www.maricopa-az.gov/web/humanresources-home/resource-center?download=1076:az-post-application Cover Letter Three (3) recent police reports that best demonstrate your abilities as an investigator and report writer. Please upload them in your application as extra attachments. NEXT STEPS The remaining steps occur after the documentation listed above is received: Pre-Background interview Maricopa PD Background Questionnaire Physical Aptitude Testing Passing scores for the Physical Aptitude Test are: Push-ups - 25 or more (no time limit); Sit ups - 29 or more (timed - 1 minute); 1.5 Mile Run - 15:00 minutes or less. Written Testing: Passing scores for the Aptitude tests are 70% and above per section and there are 4 sections; Arithmetic Reading Comprehension Grammar Incident Report Writing Oral Board interview Background investigation Polygraph examination Interview with the Chief of Police Psychological exam Medical examination Drug screen Lateral Officer can not be offered more than step 2 which is $53,764.34