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Police Officer

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.

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