ABOUT THE POSITION
WORKING TOGETHER... FOR A SAFE COMMUNITY! As a Police Recruit, you will;- Attend a minimum of a sixteen-week training program under the supervision of instructors in a police academy approved by AZ POST to acquire the minimum and skills necessary to perform in Police Officer classification.
- Read and study instructional or informational material in order to achieve elementary working knowledge.
- Prepare for and take written physical tests to prove knowledge and skill levels.
- Receive field training from certified Field Training Officer (FTO), utilizing and applying knowledge from classroom work; receives evaluations from FTO to track progress.
- Obtain certification upon meeting AZ POST established minimum standards and passing required examinations (or waiver examinations) within a six-month period.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Is skilled in:- Analytical, objective observance of situations and quick decision-making.
- Managing situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and impartially.
- Recording information accurately and completely.
Has the ability to:- Serve our community with courtesy and respect.
- Pass written and physical agility examination.
- Pass oral board interview.
- Pass extensive background investigation.
- Pass polygraph examination and drug test.
- successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation including credit check, polygraph and psychological examination and meet the minimum POST standards for medical examination and physical ability.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED: all requirements must be maintained throughout employment.
- Residency in the United States and within 25 miles of the City of San Luis.
- A valid Arizona Driver’s License at the time of appointment
- Must meet Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZ POST) and City of San Luis standards for appointment as a police officer.
- Must be at least 21 years of age by the time of graduation from the Police Academy.
Education, Training, and Experience:- A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
DESIRED/PREFERRED:- Bilingual in Spanish
- San Luis, Arizona residency
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- OPEN UNTIL FILLED -The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development Applications will be reviewed every Friday starting March 1, 2024.
Candidates deemed to have the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessme nt process. Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position's minimum requirements.
Hiring Process: You will ONLY move through the process if you PASS.
- Physical Ability Test (POPAT):
- Candidates must complete a series for obstacle courses.
- Written Exam:
- A study guide for the Police Aptitude & Character Test (FACT) may be obtained at Fire & Police Selection, INC. (FPSI) .
- Panel Interview
The City of San Luis offers the following benefits to all full-time City employees: MEDICAL/ DENTAL/ VISION INSURANCE - The City of San Luis is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for it's employees which is administered by 90Degree Benefits. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-taxed. Additional information regarding medical, dental and vision benefits may be requested from the Human Resources Department.
ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - City employees are required to enroll in the Arizona State Retirement System.
- Employee Contribution - 12.03%
- Employer Contribution - 12.03%
ARIZONA STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM (ASRS) - LONG TERM DISABILITY (LTD) - Employee Contribution - .014%
- Employer Contribution - .014%
SOCIAL SECURITY AND MEDICARE- FICA (Social Security Tax) - Employee Contribution - 6.20%
Medicare - Employee Contribution - 1.4500%.
PAID TIME OFF (PTO) - Vacation Leave Accruals (Based on years of service and accrued on bi-weekly basis)
Less than 6 years - 3.08 hrs. 6 - 11 years - 4.62 hrs. 11 years or more- 6.16 hrs.
Sick Leave - 3.69 hrs.
LIFE INSURANCE - The City provides eligible employees with a Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit. This plan is administered by Standard.
Basic Life Benefit - $50,000.00
AD&D Benefit - $50,000.00 DISABILITY INSURANCE - Disability insurance is available to all employees who work 30 or more hours per week.
Short-Term Disability - Coverage begins on the 15th day of injury or sickness.
Duration of Benefits - 180 days
Benefits Percentage- 66.67%
Waiting Period - 14 days
Maximum Weekly Benefit: $2,000.00
WORKER'S COMP - Insurance coverage for medical expenses and loss of income due to an on-the-job injury is provided by the City of San Luis for all employees.
