Police - Recruit

Police Recruit

The City of Kingman Police Department is seeking individuals interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement as a Kingman Police Officer. This position operates in a 24/7 law enforcement environment and includes academy training, certification, and field training for qualified non-certified recruits.

The role requires sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to respond effectively to both routine and complex situations. The Kingman Police Department is accredited through the Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program and was one of the first agencies in Arizona to receive this accreditation.

About You: You are interested in a career in law enforcement and are committed to serving the community with integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment. You are able to work independently, communicate effectively, and remain composed in high-stress or emergency situations. You are willing to work rotating shifts, extended hours, and respond to call-backs as needed to support department operations.

What You'll Do For The City Of Kingman:

Patrol, Enforcement & Emergency Response (45%): Patrol assigned areas, respond to dispatched calls, enforce criminal and traffic laws, make arrests, conduct searches, control crowds, direct traffic, and respond to emergencies including evacuations and hazardous situations to ensure public safety and welfare.

Investigations & Evidence Handling (25%): Conduct at-scene and follow-up investigations, interview witnesses and suspects, collect and preserve evidence, prepare investigative findings, serve subpoenas and warrants, testify in court, and support the judicial process.

Community Interaction & Public Assistance (15%): Interact with the public, mediate disputes, assist individuals in need, perform welfare and security checks, communicate with informants, and maintain professional working relationships with community members and partner agencies.

Reporting, Records & Professional Standards (15%): Prepare detailed reports, maintain required records accurately and timely, operate law enforcement tools and systems, maintain proficiency with equipment, follow department policies, work safely, and support department operations through regular attendance and professionalism.

Commitment to Safety and Wellness: It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.