Police Officer - SPD C.A.R.E.S

The Stevensville Police Department is excited to collaborate with Stevensville Public Schools and the Stevensville Parks & Recreation Department for youth support services in the community. SPD C.A.R.E.S is a community and relationship-oriented program focused on providing educational and mentoring opportunities for youth in the Stevensville community. The program meets community needs by achieving goals for improving school safety and community service and resource programs.

This is a sworn law enforcement position with a strong emphasis on Community Policing, focused on youth crime prevention, organizational excellence, community engagement, and inclusion. Stevensville Police Officers work within the Town of Stevensville to preserve life, maintain human rights, protect property, and promote individual responsibility as well as community commitment. A Stevensville Police Officer functions and communicates effectively within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds. Officers serve the community in many unique and rewarding ways. 

This position will work a schedule consistent with the academic school year, while leading and participating in Stevensville Parks & Recreation programs during the summer months.

Current possession of POST certification from the State of Montana, or an equivalency, is highly desired for this position but not required to apply.

More information about the SPD C.A.R.E.S Program is located in the supporting documents section of this page.

RECRUITMENT DETAILS

Deadline for applications is 5:00pm Wednesday, September 22, 2021

• COMPLETE APPLICATION, PERSONAL HISTORY STATEMENT and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.
• INTERVIEW PANEL
• IN-DEPTH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION
• QUALIFYING PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAM
• QUALIFYING MEDICAL EXAM

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or GED certificate is required.

Previous experience with youth centered programming and crime prevention is highly desired.

The incumbent should be comfortable developing and implementing curriculums focused on youth.

To be hired applicant must have the ability to:

Meet and all requirements for employment as required by the State of Montana law and the Town of Stevensville.

Successfully pass a criminal history and driving record check and a credit check.

Ability to pass entry-level police written examination and MLEA physical and agility test

Successfully complete basic course  at Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA) or equivalent as designated by Public Safety Officer Standards & Training (POST) advisory council  or as determined by the Chief of Police.

License or Certificate:

Must possess a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record at the time of hire or have the ability to obtain a valid Montana drivers license within six months of hire.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Those starting at entry level will be paid $20.89/hr. Lateral/experienced transfers will be compensated according to the established wages and compensation plan. Contact Human Resources for further information.  

Benefits:

The Town offers a competitive insurance and benefit package that includes:

RETIREMENT:

PERS Retirement Contributions (Employer= 8.97% / Employee= 7.9%)

paid time off:

• 12 paid holidays/year
• 15 vacation days annually (1-10 years of service, addl. vacation time with longer service)
• 8 hours paid sick leave earned monthly
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for birth or adoption of dependent

Insurance:

Health Insurance: The Town of Stevensville offers competitive and affordable insurance plans for employees, spouses, and dependents. There are 4 plans to chose from, and the Town covers the premium for the employees for the lowest cost plans (up to $642/mo). The employee contributes the cost difference of higher cost plans and their dependents pre-tax.

Vision/Dental: The Town contributes 1/2 the premium amount of the employee premium for dental and vision coverage. ($4.08/month vision, $16.50/month dental)

Life Insurance/AD&D: The Town offers low-cost life insurance and accident plans at the employee's cost, often pre-tax.

uniform/Vehicle:

Standard uniform and equipment costs are covered by the department including replacement. In most cases, when residing locally, the department provides a take-home vehicle for official use. 

For more information or to ask questions about pay & benefits, please contact the Human Resource Department.

TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and completed SPD application packet to:

Town of Stevensville

Human Resources Department

206 Buck Street

Stevensville, MT  59870

Or

email: wendi@townofstevensville.com

PLEASE ENSURE THE JOB REFERENCE NUMBER ON THIS POSTING IS INCLUDED ON YOUR COVER LETTER