Police Service Assistant Apprentice: Till Filled

POLICE SERVICE ASSISTANT APPRENTICE – OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Lake Havasu City is seeking motivated, professional, and community-minded individuals to join our Police Department as a Police Service Assistant Apprentice. This is a time-limited contract opportunity with a maximum duration of three years.

• Position: POLICE SERVICE ASSISTANT APPRENTICE*
• Location:
  
  Lake Havasu City, AZ
• Salary: $19.28 per hour upon contract
• FLSA Status:
  Non-Exempt
• Department:
  Police Department / Patrol Division
• Closing Date:
  Open Until Filled
• Job Announcement: OTF
  26-242

• Provide administrative and operational support to front-line officers and police staff
• Handle telephone and face-to-face enquiries from the public
• Assist with maintaining accurate records and reports
• Learn how to use police systems and procedures securely and effectively
• Support community policing and crime prevention efforts

• A genuine interest in policing, community safety, and public service
• Has or currently participates in a Police Explorer or Cadet program that is interested in future law enforcement
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism

• High School diploma or GED
• Interest in law enforcement
• 18+ years of age at the time of application
• Coursework in criminal justice preferred
• Valid driver license required

• Meet the objectives outlined in the training procedural manual for the apprenticeship program within the set timeframe
• Ability to pass an extensive background investigation
• Valid Driver’s License of the appropriate class

• Real-world experience in a structured and supportive environment
• Potential for future employment or advancement within the police service
• Full access to learning and development resources
• A chance to make a difference in people’s lives every day

• Employer provided Medical/Rx (EPO or HDHP)
• Dental/Vision
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account / Health Savings Account
• Employer Provided Basic Life Insurance
• Optional Additional Life Insurance
• Optional Insurance - Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Indemnity
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Bereavement Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Optional Deferred Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards

Lake Havasu City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. Applicants should be aware of city policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol.

The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions require pre-employment drug testing. The City reserves the right to consider the most qualified applicants. The succeeding examination processes may include training and experience, testing, panel interview, EEV requirements, PEP, polygraph, background investigation, and alcohol/drug screening. Appointment is subject to successful background investigation and city-paid post-employment medical examination after offer of employment.