Police Officer - Certified Lateral

Company Description

Incorporated in 1957, the Town of Clarkdale operates under the council-manager form of government. The Town Council consists of the Mayor and four Council Members, all elected at large to serve staggered four-year terms. A Vice Mayor is chosen internally by a vote of the Council every two years. The Town Manager is appointed by the Town Council. The Town Council also appoints the Town Attorney and Town Magistrate.

The Town employs approximately 58 employees and its Fiscal Year 2025 budget is $43 million with a five-year capital improvement plan budget of $19.3 million. Clarkdale provides residents with an array of municipal services, including planning, permitting, zoning, economic development, special events, parks and recreation, public safety, utilities, and public works. The organization also provides financial, human resources, risk management, information technology, and emergency management functions for the Town.

The Clarkdale Police Department is hiring seasoned officers who are hardworking team players looking for an exciting career in law enforcement to join our close-knit team. Your ideas are welcomed here as we nurture your interests and specialties allowing you to flourish. As a patrol officer at Clarkdale Police Department, you’ll do it all, from running traffic to taking calls for service to investigating crimes.

Special assignment opportunities include GIITEM gang task force, SWAT, Field Training Officer, and Drug Recognition Expert, among others. We have a take‑home car policy and visible tattoo policy too!

The hiring range for a lateral hire is $30.52 - $43.41 per hour. DOQ.

Full long‑term range of the position $30.52 minimum, $36.97 mid, $43.41 max. This is an hourly, FLSA non‑exempt position. Our compensation package includes Medical and Dental coverage paid at 100% for the employee and a partial percentage for dependent coverage, generous paid time off for vacation and holidays as well as paid sick leave, PT stipend, take home patrol vehicle, allotted time for PT while on duty, fitness facility, on call pay, uniform allowance, overtime (1.5 times regular pay when you work more than 40 hours in a week) and participation in Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS).

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain certification as a law enforcement officer through Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Board.

Town of Clarkdale Police Officers perform a variety of sworn law enforcement activities including patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigations, crime prevention and community relations.

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain certification as a law enforcement officer through Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Board. The Police Department has worked to foster and uphold a positive presence within the community by providing exceptional community relations. The ideal candidate is eager to join our dedicated team of officers in preserving the unique, small‑town environment our citizens value.

Under direction of the Police Sergeants, this position performs a variety of sworn law enforcement activities for the Town of Clarkdale. Essential to this role is patrolling the Town of Clarkdale in the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order, conducting preliminary investigations, and carrying out special assignments in the field of policing. This position also understands public trust and models the highest standards of personal and professional integrity expected of those working in public service.

This is a full-time, FLSA non‑exempt position which includes a benefit package.

Essential functions and duties may be modified at any time at management’s discretion. Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Participates in the implementation of goals, objectives, priorities, policies and procedures of the Town of Clarkdale and the Clarkdale Police Department.
• Conducts or assists in the investigation and filing cases of criminal law violations, traffic accidents and other crimes by obtaining…