Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUCEMENT
Police Officer(s)
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
Open until filled
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Performs proactive responsible police work involving the protection and safety of the community through prevention and control of crime, preserving peace, regulating traffic, and providing emergency services; performs related duties as required. Reports to Captain of Police, Full time position with the following benefits; take home patrol unit, Night differential wage, Sunday premium wage, full coverage health insurance, competitive 401k package. Special Assignment and advancement opportunities; Emergency Response Team, Dive Team, K-9 Handler, Patrol Sergeant, Narcotic Task Force, SAR Team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Enforce Tribal and Federal laws on the Red Lake Reservation.
Maintains and demonstrates technical competence and/or expertise in areas of assigned responsibilities.
Responsible for the concepts and standards of police operations, evidence and crime scenes.
Must have the ability to relate to people in a manner that allows for cooperation and coordination in the performance of their duties as well as make decisions on information gathered from individuals.
Responsible for organizing and recording relevant information.
Respond to all calls as directed by dispatch.
Safeguard scenes, preserve evidence; identify and obtain information from witnesses and develop preliminary investigative leads.
Enforce all laws and regulations.
Assists with traffic control at accident scenes, community events and celebrations.
Proficient with report writing.
Assist in serving court process; appear and testify in Tribal or Federal Court as needed.
Knowledge and skills in professional techniques in dealing with individuals in criminal matters and with the public in crisis and or/hostile situations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE/Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must have basic knowledge of general office equipment and computers.
Expected to comply with training requirements.
Excellent verbal, organizational and written communications skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations in a professional manner.
Ability to communicate with the public in a professionally courteous manner at all times. Ability to work independently and follow directions.
Must have good work attendance, ethics and be dependable.
Possess a valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
Comply with drug testing in accordance with the Red Lake Band’s Personnel Policy and Background check.
Adhere to and have knowledge of the Data Privacy Act.
Must be of high moral character to uphold the integrity of the court.
Ability to work cooperatively with the Victim Advocate, other Law Enforcement Officers and personnel to ensure that services to victims are made available to them in a timely and respectful manner.
Must become familiar with Tribal and Federal laws.
Must be legally certifiable to carry firearms.
To Apply: Applications, Supplementary Questionnaire, and copies of certificates/diplomas accepted at Government Center – Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 546, Red Lake, MN 56671 – Phone: (218) 679-1847 Fax: (218) 679-4176.