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Non-Confirmed Police Officer

Salary

$4,998.65 - $6,221.17 Monthly

Location

Silver-Bow County, MT

Job Type

Full-time, Regular

Job Number

2025-035

Department

Law Enforcement

Opening Date

05/21/2025

Closing Date

6/19/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

BPPA

+ Description

+ Benefits

General Statement of Duties / Distinguishing Features of the Class

NON-CONFIRMED POLICE OFFICER TESTING PROCESS

**All applicants must complete the physical testing (MPAT) to advance to the interview portions of the process.** Testing information is below:

+ The Montana Physical Abilities Test (MPAT) will be conducted at the Butte Civic Center (1340 Harrison Avenue, Butte, MT 59701) on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. There will be a large Police Testing sign near the entrance for the annex.

+ The written test will be conducted at the Butte Archives (17 W. Quartz Street, Butte, MT 59701) on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

After the above testing portion, two separate interviews will be conducted.** You will be notified if you are selected for an interview and will be informed where the interview will take place

+ The first interview will be conducted by the Police Commission and will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, starting at 9:00 a.m. Location and Times will be announced after testing.

+ The second interviews will be conducted by the Law Enforcement Department on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Times will be announced after the first round of interviews.

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We are searching for candidates who embody the core values of justice and service. This individual will be entrusted with the profound responsibility of preserving public peace, shielding lives and property, thwarting criminal acts, detaining lawbreakers, and upholding the laws and ordinances.

But beyond these essential duties lies a greater calling – to make a tangible difference in the community. Picture yourself as a beacon of hope and security, a person whom citizens look up to with trust and respect. Imagine the pride you will feel as you contribute to the safety and well-being of your neighbors, knowing that your actions are making a lasting and positive impact on countless lives. This role is not just about enforcing laws; it's about embodying integrity, compassion, and dedication. It's about being a guardian of peace and a pillar of strength within the community. Join us and become part of a legacy of excellence and honor. Together, we will create a safer, stronger, and more united community for all.

This is responsible and difficult law enforcement work, which involves patrolling designated areas and enforcement of laws through detection and apprehension of law violators. Discretionary powers include whether to warn, issue citations or to arrest violators. This class is distinguished from that of Confirmed Police Officer by being the first step of a field training program to prepare for full Police Officer responsibilities within a prescribed time. The work is performed under the close supervision of the Field Training Officer, Assistant Shift Commander and Shift Commander but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. Extensive backup and decision review support is provided by other department personnel. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain close cooperative working relationships with other law enforcement personnel, detention and court personnel, and the general public. Because the work involves enforcement of laws and dealing with violators of laws, the work involves an element of personal danger.

An employee in this class is required to maintain complete confidentiality on all matters pertaining to law enforcement operations, Law Enforcement Department personnel and the general public.

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City-County of Butte-Silver Bow and the Butte Police Protective Association.

Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)

+ Patrols an assigned area in order to prevent crime, traffic violations and accidents.

+ Apprehends individuals suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and conducts appropriate tests.

+ Issues warnings and citations for non-moving and moving violations.

+ Places individuals under arrest, delivers Miranda warning, transports suspect, places suspect in detention and completes necessary paperwork.

+ Responds to burglar alarms, armed robberies, assaults, and other crimes in progress and answers general calls for service.

+ Provides information and assistance to motorists, pedestrians and the general public.

+ May operate patrol vehicles in high-speed emergency situations.

+ Negotiates with suspects until arrival of tactical units.

+ Mediates civil disputes such as domestic disturbances, landlord-tenant arguments and community complaints.

+ Secures crime scenes for investigation and the protection of evidence.

+ Conducts criminal investigations and interviews witnesses and interrogates suspects.

+ Responds to and controls disturbances of the peace, fights and other civil disturbances, including communicating with emotionally disturbed persons and restraining uncooperative individuals until tactical units arrive.

+ Serves warrants and summons.

+ Restrains, escorts and transports prisoners for court proceedings, and doctor, dental, psychiatric and other medical or necessary appointments.

+ Renders aid to the sick and injured and maintains personal safety.

+ Eliminates public hazards and preserves the public peace.

+ Prioritizes and manages time in order to address criminal and other law enforcement related problems.

+ Prepares clear and concise reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.

+ Attends meetings, conferences and workshops as requested and authorized.

+ Performs all duties and work assignments in a safe, healthy, and environmentally sound manner. Specifically, complies with the Health & Safety Program; maintain work area in a safe and orderly manner; identifies and reports unsafe conditions; reports all accidents; wears required personal protective equipment; and attends safety-related meetings, training sessions, fit testing, etc.

+ Performs all duties and work assignments in compliance with project quality requirements.

+ Acts responsibly and ethically, and in conformance with generally accepted business, occupational, and professional standards.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Experience, Training, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Good knowledge of law enforcement policies, procedures and practices.

+ Good knowledge of investigative and patrol procedures and techniques.

+ Good knowledge of arrest procedures, prisoner restraint and transportation.

+ Good knowledge of evidence training development and delivery.

+ Good knowledge of traffic control measures.

+ Good knowledge of first aid and personnel safety procedures.

+ Skill in presenting information and evidence in court.

+ Ability to deal with people in sensitive and controversial situations.

+ Ability to handle potentially dangerous and hazardous situations.

+ Ability to function on a day-to-day basis with close supervision or assistance.

+ Ability to successfully complete officer candidate programs.

+ Ability to use and qualify to department standards for firearm expertise.

+ Ability to communicate well with the supervisor, other law enforcement, emergency response, detention and court personnel, and the general public both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other City-County employees, supervisory personnel, law enforcement agencies, emergency response, detention and court personnel and the general public.

+ Ability to prepare accurate and reliable reports containing findings, problems, legal terminology.

+ Ability to operate a personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet and database applications appropriate to assigned duties.

+ Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions.

+ Ability to perform a wide variety of law enforcement tasks with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines and in an atmosphere of personal danger.

+ Ability to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.

+ Demonstrates ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.

Acceptable Experience and Training

+ As established in 2.20.130 Butte-Silver Bow Municipal Code, and

+ Some experience in law enforcement preferred.

Required Special Qualifications

+ Possession of or the ability to obtain by time of appointment a valid driver's license issued by the State of Montana.

+ Able to pass tests administered by the Police Commission.

+ Able to complete Police Officer Standard Training.

+ Must be a resident of Butte-Silver Bow during employment according to Butte-Silver Bow Ordinance. See below.

"2.08.010 Residence during employment. From and after October 1, 1979, all employees of the local government of Butte-Silver Bow shall be bona fide residents within the boundaries of Butte-Silver Bow during the period of their employment by the government of Butte-Silver Bow. (Ord. 85 § 1, 1979)"

*Offering Lateral Transfers up to 5 years for all current Law Enforcement applicants and the written portion of testing is not required for current law enforcement applicants.*

Additional City-County information

The City-County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical disability, or veteran status.

The job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. Tasks and duties of the employee may differ from those outlined above.

This position offers benefits according to a Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Employer

City and County of Butte-Silver Bow, MT

Address

155 W Granite Suite 209 Butte, Montana, 59701

Phone

406-497-6430

Website

https://www.co.silverbow.mt.us/

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