The Emmett Police Department is currently accepting applications for future positions for full time police officers.
THE OPENING
Currently accepting applications for future POLICE OFFICER positions within the Emmett Police Department. Entry level applicants will be accepted with preference given to lateral applicants.
REQUIREMENTS
* At least 21 years of age
* Minimum of a High School diploma or GED
* Must be able to complete POST physical agility requirements
* Must have a clean background and pass extensive background check
* Pass employment based polygraph, drug testing and psychological exam
* Preferred possess a minimum of a POST Basic Certification.
ABOUT US
Imagine a community small town diners, mom and pop stores, locally owned businesses, friendly people, and green agricultural fields with nearby mountains, as far as the eyes can see. Have you ever dreamed of working in law enforcement in a community that still appreciates and supports its police officers that desire law and order while embracing Constitutional freedoms? Does serving a strong and growing municipality, rich in history, with old fashion Western culture and values, appeal to you? If you have answered yes to the above, then look no further than Emmett, Idaho!
The largest city and county seat of Gem County, the City of Emmett is home to more than 7,000 citizens within its incorporated city limits. With several chain stores among the small-town businesses, Emmett is the commercial hub of the county; bringing in a larger day time population. As a growing community in the Treasure Valley, there are 4 schools within the city limits and a community hospital. Emmett is close to several recreation type activities including motocross, golf, ATV riding, hiking, fishing, hunting, boating, horse events, camping and many more. With two state highways running through town, many enjoy being able to travel to Boise, Meridian, and Nampa for the "big city" experience, but return home to Emmett.
Emmett is a growing police department that has developed a working partnership with our community, which we strive to continually improve. The Emmett Police Department currently employs 14 commissioned police officers who serve in various divisions, including patrol and criminal investigations / community relations, and administration. We are also one of the few rural agencies that has our own Crime Scene Investigator (Investigations Tech).
OUR MISSION
The City of Emmett Police Department will safeguard the lives and property of the people we serve. We enforce the law and partner with the community to reduce crime. We will act with integrity and honor at all times with those we serve while maintaining public confidence.
OUR TEAM
14 full time sworn (includes Patrol, Code Enforcement, Investigations, SRO, Sergeants, and Command)
1 full time non-sworn (1 Reception/Records Clerk)
Part time positions (Including Reserve Officers / 1 Investigations Tech)
PATROL ASSIGNMENTS
UAS (Drone Operator)
Code Enforcement
Breath Testing Specialist
Instructor Positions
Drug Recognition Expert
School Resource Officer
Detectives
K9 handler (Narcotics)
Sgt. Positions (Patrol/Investigations)
SCHEDULING
4 days on, 3 days off
10 hour shifts
Rotating shifts
PATROL SHIFTS
Day (0700-1700)
Mid-Day (1100-2100 and 1400-2400)
Swing (1700-0300)
Graveyard (2100-0700)
ALL UNIFORMS & EQUIPMENT PROVIDED
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​Duty Belt and Accessories
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Uniforms - shirts, pants, jackets, hat, gloves, boots, etc.
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Variety of uniforms including external carrier and load bearing external carrier
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Uniform Allowance annually $400
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Traction slip-ons (for winter)
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Protective equipment (safety glasses, disposable gloves, ear protection, etc)
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Body Armor (custom fit for each officer with new armor issued every 5 years)
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Kevlar Helmet (Revision Viper 3A)
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Steel Rifle Plates (Point Blank 555 steel plates with plate carrier & molle)
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Short Barrel Patrol Rifles with optic and Mag-link for 2nd magazine, with Sig Sauer Suppressor
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Gen 4 Glock (.40 cal) with Streamlight TLR-HL1 weapons light
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Taser X2 with cartridges and holster
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Lifeloc PBT
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Laptops with all patrol units
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Axon Body cameras
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Integrated Spillman / Motorola Flex CAD system
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Forms totes with all forms needed including note pads, jump drive, etc
Take Home Patrol Vehicle Issued
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Must live within 20 minutes of Emmett City Limits and within Gem County
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All patrol units are 2017 or newer
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New technology including back up camera
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E-Citation program
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Patrol cars are set on a 4 year rotation (leased)
PAID & ONGOING TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Training is mission critical to our agency. We not only value training, but strive to meet the goals of each officer for professional development. We look for opportunities to host training in Emmett and the city also actively sends officers to offsite training locations in and out of Idaho.
BENEFITS & WAGES​
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Overtime opportunities available
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Pay period is every 2 weeks.
RECOGNIZED HOLIDAYS
Twelve official holidays are provided for full-time regular employees. Full-time regular employees receive compensation for that day even though they do not work.
New Year's Day Columbus Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. /Human Rights Day Veteran’s Day
Presidents' Day Thanksgiving Day
Memorial Day Day after Thanksgiving
Independence Day Christmas Day
Labor Day Employee’s Birthday
Employees will not be required to take their actual birthday off, but have the option to take a day off within their birthday month.
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VACATION TIME
Earned leave starts October 1 each year. New employees hired after October 1 receive pro-rated annual leave.
Vacation Accrual Length of Service
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80 hours/year October 1st of second year of employment through fifth year September
120 hours/year October 1st of sixth year of employment through fourteenth year September
160 hours/year October 1st of fifteenth year of employment through nineteenth year September
180 hours/year October 1st of twentieth year of employment
INSURANCE
The City of Emmett pays 100% on employee insurance for health coverage. The current provider is Select Health for health insurance. Employees pay approximately 10-15 % of premium and city pays rest for their spouse, and dependents can be added to the plan as well. Vision and dental plans are optional at a plan rate, but not paid for the employee or their dependents at this time. The city also offers a Life flight Network (medivac) membership discount for employees and their families. The city is always looking for best insurance deal and we utilize an insurance committee composed of employees.
RETIREMENT
The City participates in the retirement program of the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) and with Social Security (FICA). PERSI requires the City to withhold a percentage of an employee’s gross salary for pension purposes, and to contribute an additional larger amount on behalf of the employee. PERSI members are fully vested after 5 years of employment and receive a lifetime monthly payment upon retirement, which can be passed to the employee's designated beneficiary.
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PUBLIC STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS
As a full-time, public sector employee your student loans may qualify for the public student loan forgiveness program. If you are employed full-time for the City of Emmett (or any qualifying public employer) for 10 years, and make qualifying payments during that time, the Federal government may "forgive" the remaining balance of your student loans.
PAID SICK TIME
Sick leave benefits are provided to regular full-time employees at the rate of one “work day” (10 hours for patrol) per month. Sick leave is a benefit to provide relief to the employee when an illness or injury prevents the employee from working productively or safely, or when an immediate family member’s (spouse, child, parent) illness presents no practical alternative for necessary care.
ROD AND GUN CLUB MEMBERSHIP
The police department pays for membership into the Gem County Rod and Gun Club for all sworn officers. This gives officers full access to the firearms range.
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MISCELLANEOUS BENEFITS
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401K through PERSI Choice
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Direct deposit
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Life Insurance
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Long Term Disability plans
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Bereavement Leave
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Employee Assistance Plan
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Comp time w/ a maximum of 62 hours accrual
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Court pay
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HIRING PROCESS
After submitting an application, the testing process will be as follows:
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Lateral applicants are exempt from the physical agility and written test
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Physical Agility Test:
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Set by the state of Idaho, preparation for the test can be found here: Idaho Physical Readiness Test
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Written Test:
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This is a test that measures an applicant’s basic reading, writing, math and problem solving skills. The test takes approximately three hours to complete. A photo ID may be required when checking in for the written test.
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Oral Board Interview:
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Applicants will get to meet with members of the police department in an interview setting. This is the chance for the applicant to talk about their personal experiences and for the panel to see how the applicant responds to various questions and scenarios.
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Background Investigation:
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After the interview, applicants will meet with a background investigator and go over a personal history statement. The background investigator will evaluate the applicant's character via interviews and an investigation to make sure the applicant is in compliance with ethical standards set by the City of Emmett and IDAPA. Those standards can be found here: https://adminrules.idaho.gov/rules/current/11/111101.pdf
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Polygraph:
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In conjunction with the background investigation applicants will attend a polygraph examination. The polygraph will evaluate the applicant's honesty. We acknowledge everyone is human and may have done things in their past, which are not proud moments. However, it's the ability to be honest and not have repeated errors in judgment that are accounted for.
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Conditional Stage:
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If an applicant has passed the above stages, they are given a conditional offer of employment which will then have a psychological evaluation, medical evaluation, and pre-employment drug testing.
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The Emmett Police Department is currently accepting applications for future positions for part time Code Enforcement.
CODE ENFORCEMENT OPENING​​
Responsible for enforcing the city ordinances of the City of Emmett. Engages community members by using proactive community policing to address concerns and complaints of the community. Gains compliance with code violators through using problem solving skills while educating community members of the violations. Pursuant to city code, this position also acts as the primary animal control officer for the City, works with a variety of other city entities and actively participates in the licensing process for animals within the city.
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Receives and responds to complaints regarding nuisances, weeds, abandoned vehicles and other city code violations. Manage, organize, prioritize, and coordinate a case load of ongoing violations of city code up to 100 cases at a time. Identifies, investigates, and addresses violations of city code including researches property ownership, variances, user permits, and other documentation related to the violation and proving ownership. Has contact with a variety of people, some who may be adversarial in nature.
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Conducts appropriate follow up with persons/property to ensure compliance has been met and documents such compliance or non-compliance. Performs abatement of hazardous or public nuisances, prepare and issues citations for non-compliance, provides information to the city attorney for civil resolution and/or to the prosecuting attorney for criminal prosecution. May testify in court as needed. Acts as the animal control officer (formerly known as pound master) and is responsible for animal control enforcement as listed in city code. This includes picking up dogs at large, handling loose livestock calls, handling and enforcing kennel licenses and large animal permits. Identifies abandoned and wrecked vehicles that meet elements for removal pursuant to city code and state law. Coordinates notification to owners and removal of abandoned and wrecked vehicles pursuant to city code and state law. Interprets and explains city codes, regulations, and compliance conditions to the public. Works with a variety of departments within the city in addressing code enforcement related issues including city fire, public works, clerk’s office, planning and zoning, city attorney, and other city staff.
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This position may also assist patrol officers with traffic control duties, responding to lost/found property, and other non-emergency call. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.
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REQUIREMENTS​
Requires education and/or experience to attain the following:
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High school diploma, GED or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Knowledge of city governments; criminal justice system; the functions of law enforcement; and the impact of code enforcement actions.
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Ability to operate a computer with demonstrated proficiency using contemporary and related database,
word processing, and spreadsheet software applications at an appropriate level for efficient job performance. Operate a variety of investigative equipment; autonomously apply field discretion to assess violations, develop solutions, and make decisions; communicate with and effectively manage difficult people and remain calm and professional during verbal abuse or threats.
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Read and understand complex laws and other written documents; accurately apply mathematical computations; verbally present or educate the public on applicable laws or codes; Maintain strict confidentiality; display an attitude of cooperation and work harmoniously with all levels of City employees, the general public and other organizations; communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; complete assignments in a timely fashion; understand and comply with all rules, policies and regulations; maintain prompt and regular attendance; Working knowledge of methods used in the safe, effective and humane handling and restraint of a variety of animals, including those that are sick, injured, aggressive and/or difficult to control; standard safety precautions and equipment used in animal care, control and shelters; physical and behavioral characteristics of different species and breeds of animals; methods and techniques of documentation.
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And perform all essential and marginal functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without a reasonable accommodation. Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.
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PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING​
Prior experience in code enforcement or planning and zoning. Some experience and knowledge with domestic animals and large animals including livestock.
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LICENSING AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS​
Appropriate Idaho Law Enforcement Terminal (ILETS) and/or National Crime Information System (NCIC) certification within six months of employment. Successful completion of the Training Program within one calendar year from employment start date, Valid Idaho driver's license.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS​
All applicants must be able to successfully pass a background check processes which include reference checks and criminal history checks. Applicants additionally must be able to pass, or have: Driving Record Check Medical Exam, Polygraph Exam, and Psychological Evaluation
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DRUG FREE WORKPLACE​
In accordance with the City of Emmett Drug Free Workplace Regulation, this position is designated as safety sensitive and is subject to testing requirements including Post Offer Applicant Testing, Random Testing, Reasonable Suspicion, Post - Accident, etc. Applicants will be required to submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to hire. Appointment to this position is contingent upon a negative pre-employment drug test. This position is required to qualify and maintain qualification standards to carry OC pepper spray and an electronic control device (ECD), which may be a Taser.
WORKING CONDITIONS​
The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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PHYSICAL EFFORTS​
While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, the noise level is occasionally loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell, touch and feel. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, run, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity. Additional physical efforts include: duties range from periods of physical inactivity to situations requiring extreme physical exertion, stress, and which may involve danger.
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WORKING ENVIRONMENT​
The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, in wet and humid conditions, with areas of dust, odors, mist, gases or other airborne matter. Employees work in/at heights and confined spaces. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Employees are subject to other conditions such as uneven surfaces, construction sites, ice, traffic, open and enclosed areas with dogs, and public and private spaces. Work includes protected exposure to infectious bacteria, bodily fluids, and chemicals. Additional environmental conditions include: work at scenes which may be hazardous or unsanitary, located in houses, buildings, outdoors in adverse weather conditions, etc.
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DRESS ATTIRE​
Dress attire required will be the non-sworn uniform provided by the department. Clothing that is tattered, torn, or contains holes is not permitted.
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JOB INFORMATION​
Position Type: Part-time
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Reports To: Chief of Police or sworn officer designated by the Chief of Police
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