Police Officer

Embrace the Call: Be Part of Twin Falls' Finest, Our Community's Pride.The Twin Falls Police Department is committed to finding individuals who are ready to serve with PRIDE-Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dignity, and Excellence. The City of Twin Falls offers a strong sense of community, endless opportunities for growth, and a commitment to safety and service. We seek individuals who are ready to wear our badge, protect with honor, and make a lasting impact alongside a team committed to excellence. Answer the call, serve with purpose, and build your future with the Twin Falls Police Department.The City of Twin Falls is conducting open testing for the position of Patrol Officer. This testing is designed to establish a pool of qualified candidates from which current job vacancies will be filled.Sign-on bonus available!PositionPolice Officer IntroductoryPolice Officer 1Police Officer 2Police Officer 3ExperienceNone1 year2 years5 yearsSuccessful completion of the hiring process and at the end of the first pay period$1,250$1,500$1,750$2,000Successful completion of the first year of employment$2,500$2,500$4,000$5,000Successful completion of Field Officer Training and transition to "alone status"$1,250$2,000$2,500$3,000Total Sign-on Bonus$5,000$6,000$8,250$10,000EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: * Effective October 1, 2024 *PositionPolice Officer IntroductoryPolice Officer 1Police Officer 2Police Officer 3ExperienceNone1 year2 years5 yearsHourly Rate$25.46$27.22$29.82$35.15Automatic DisqualifiersApplicants MUST NOTHave used marijuana within the past one (1) yearHave used other controlled substances within the past five (5) yearsHave any felony convictions over the age of 18Have received any DUIs in the last two (2) yearsHave received two (2) DUIs in the last five (5) years orHave received more than five (5) traffic violations in the last three (3) yearsMinimum QualificationsBe a citizen of the United StatesBe at least 21 years of age by the date of hirePossess a valid state-issued driver's licenseHave a high school diploma or equivalentPOST (Peace Officer Standards and Training) Certification (This is a requirement of employment for this position, and the City of Twin Falls provides opportunities to complete this step after you're hired)Preferred QualificationsLaw enforcement experienceCurrent POST CertificationAdditional QualificationsStrong written and oral communication skillsProficient reading comprehensionEmotional intelligenceProblem-solving abilitySuccessful completion of testing requirementsAbility to function independently on a day-to-day basisCommunity-minded with a service orientationBenefits includeComprehensive benefits package offered by the City of Twin Falls includes:Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI)Bi-weekly accrual of vacation and sick leave12 paid holidaysPaid long-term disability and life insuranceTuition reimbursementWellness programMedical and dental insurancePre-employment RequirementsIf selected to move forward in the process, the following outlines steps required before we can hire you:Physical Readiness Test (PRT)Psychological Evaluation to determine job suitabilityThorough background investigationPolygraphDrug ScreenComprehensive medical examinationTo submit an application, click here!Please note, we have a tattoo policy and encourage applicants with visible tattoos to reach out to HR@tfid.org for more information.