Police Officer

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness resources

Open Until Filled

Police Officer

Reports to:

Police Chain of Command

Salary (Grade): D.O.E.

Status: Reg. Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Location:

BIA/Office of Justice Services/Winnebago Police Department in Winnebago, NE

The purpose of this position is to perform a wide variety of duties concerning the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; control traffic flow; enforce local, Tribal, State and Federal regulations; issue citations; participate in and conduct a variety of criminal investigations; make arrests; provide support and assistance to special crime prevention and law enforcement programs; and perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of law enforcement services and activities.

• Demonstrate the Winnebago Tribe’s core mission, vision, and values.
• Abide by all policies/procedures of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska and the BIA/OJS.
• Must attend training to become or sustain law enforcement certification.
• Maintain law and order within the area of assignment by patrolling, investigating suspicious activity, and taking appropriate action.
• Work with law enforcement personnel to address community concerns and evaluate community input for issue resolution.
• Organize community forums and provide community orientation on special law enforcement programs.
• Develop and implement special community and law enforcement programs as directed by the established Chain of Command.
• Assist tribal programs and tribal court on follow-up of court cases as requested.
• Respond to calls concerning felonies and misdemeanors under Tribal, State, Federal and local laws.
• Respond to emergencies such as traffic accidents, confrontations, altercations, and disorderly conduct.
• Administer first-aid, NARCAN and/or CPR when necessary.
• Determine necessary action in serious crime or personal injury traffic accidents.
• Perform duties related to radar on high traffic roadways and participate in traffic and crowd control at community events.
• Make arrests in cases of crimes and present suspects to appropriate authority.
• Testify at hearings and trials as an expert witness as required.
• Prepare statistical reports and submit daily and weekly narratives as needed.
• Diligently enforce laws and regulations related to controlled substances.
• Perform all other law enforcement related duties as assigned.

• Certified Law Enforcement Candidates preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet driver’s eligibility requirements.
• No felony or serious misdemeanor convictions.
• No DUI convictions within the last 5 years.
• No domestic violence convictions or history.
• Must be of good moral and ethical character.
• Basic knowledge of radio procedures and ability to operate radio equipment.
• Must acquire and retain law enforcement officer certification.
• Must acquire and retain first-aid and CPR certification.
• Proficient in various computer software programs.
• Ability to handle situations and people with tact and respect.
• Knowledge of law enforcement methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of local, Tribal, State and Federal laws.
• Knowledge of Constitutional protections and handling suspects.
• Thorough knowledge of criminal vs civil infractions.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws correctly.
• Knowledge and certification in the use of firearms.
• Maintain strict confidentiality due to access to sensitive information.
• Ability to pass a federal background check and pre-employment drug screen.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• College Degree preferred.

• Willingness to pursue a training and educational plan.
• Attendance at all department training and meetings as directed.
• Completion of basic Police Academy training within the first year of employment.

• Law Enforcement Certification is required.
• Compliance with 45 CFR 1301 regarding arrests and convictions.

• Must be physically fit for duty.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Regularly required to talk, hear, smell, and taste.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Manual…