Police Testing Dates and Interview Dates Announced
The Town of Jackson is accepting applications from both lateral and entry level applicants. The Police Department is seeking experienced, motivated, and value-centered individuals with proven leadership skills to join our law enforcement team.
Jackson is an active year-round resort Town and the Department has a community oriented policing approach. Primary duties include public service and protection through a variety of methods including law enforcement, crime investigation and prevention, patrol, call response, initiative and discretion, and apprehension. Minimum qualifications for application submittal include US citizenship, 21 years of age upon completion of the Police Academy, and possession of a valid driver’s license.
For lateral applicants, typical qualifications in addition to those above would be equivalent to: certified peace officer status, an Associate Degree or two years of college level coursework, and three years of experience as a peace officer. Preference will be given to applicants with a Wyoming Peace Officer certification and Spanish language fluency. Up to $350/month Spanish fluency stipend. $3000 signing bonus.
The ideal candidate will also possess experience in patrol procedures and tactics, investigations, special assignment work, a positive and energetic outlook, as well as excellent communications skills, both written and verbal.
Wyoming has no state income tax and the Town of Jackson offers a competitive benefit package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, retirement benefits and Paid Time Off (PTO) which covers holidays, vacation and sick leave. Rental housing provided with first year reduced rent, take home car program in place.
Questions: (307) 733-3932, nlee@ci.jackson.wy.us Interviews and testing occurring September 23 and 24 in Jackson. Successful applicants accepting employment with the Town of Jackson will receive full reimbursement for travel expenses.
For a complete job description and to apply, visit:
www.jacksonwy.gov/jobs
Deadline: Friday, September 20, 2019 at 5:00 PM
Drug Free Workplace /Equal Opportunity Employer