Police Officer (St. Croix)



Job Details

Police Officer (St. Croix)
Employer

Government of the Virgin Islands

Salary

$40,953.00 Annually

Location

St. Croix, VI

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

201700003

Department

Virgin Islands Police Department- STX

Opening Date

05/01/2017

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

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This is responsible police work involving the maintenance of order, and protection of life and property. Work involves responsibility for the performance of a variety of assigned tasks in the maintenance of order and the protection of life and property. Employees usually work on a rotating shift and are expected to use judgment in the enforcement of laws rules and regulations in accordance with established departmental practices and procedures. Duties are usually assigned in the field but employees may perform desk duties as part of their regular assignment. The nature of the work requires that employees in this class be courteous and impartial in dealing with the public. Supervision is received from a superior police officer and work is reviewed through periodic inspections or by analysis of reports submitted.

Duties and Responsibilities

Patrols commercial, business, and residential districts and maintains order by picking up persons committing public disturbances.

Apprehends law violators and escorts them to the police station for booking, or calls the police station in order to have the violators taken into custody.

Directs traffic, both vehicular and pedestrian and provides general assistance to the public.

Issues traffic citations to violators of traffic laws.

Serves warrants of arrest and subpoena.

Check locks on business establishments and calls property owners or other responsible party if buildings are found to be open.

Reports as directed for duty in crowd control, election duty, parades, special events or mounted patrol.

Gives testimony in court.

Makes preliminary investigations of robbery, burglary, larceny, and other crimes and assists other police personnel in the investigation of such crime.

Drives official car for superior officers or to pick up law violators.  

Prepares reports of activities and work performed, processes arrested persons and maintains police records at headquarters.

Confers with welfare authorities, guardians and educational personnel to gather information on juvenile cases under review.

Reports findings to supervisor for referral to appropriate agency for final disposition of juvenile cases.

Performs other work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:


At least twenty (20) years of age but not have reached his/her forty-six (46) birthday. A candidate for enlistment must be a citizen of the United States of America. No criminal record (misdemeanors, juvenile offenses and traffic record of moving offenses to be evaluated by the Commissioner of Police). May not have any convictions for Domestic Violence or any Domestic Violence restraining orders in place against him/her, or any other Brady Act prohibitions that would preclude possession of a firearm. Certification from the Department of Health as to physical fitness and agility. Pass psychological examination administered by the Department of Health or a qualified medical practitioner. Possession of or ability to qualify for a motor vehicle operator's license. (must have operators license by end of training period). Must successfully pass written examination for qualifying purposes. Successful completion of training requirements administered by the Police Department. Must successfully pass a physical agility test, administered by the Virgin Islands Police Department. Must pass a comprehensive background check conducted by the Internal Affairs and Applicant Screening Bureau of the Virgin Islands Police Department. Applicants are subject to all selection and entry standards of the Virgin Islands Police Department, including, but not limited to:

• Polygraph Examination

PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING (POST) CERTIFICATION

Applicants who possess a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification will be waived from the entrance examination and the twenty-six (26) week Police Recruit Training Program. Once hired certified officers will attend and complete a four (4) week training program. The applicant's POST Certification must not be under review for possible suspension revocation. A certified copy of the POST Certificate must be attached to the application for employment and must indicate the academy attended and is POST certified. Applicants whose POST certification has expired within the issuing jurisdiction must not be separated from a recognized law enforcement agency more than one (1) year at the time of applying for this position.

Position Factors

FACTOR 1- KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.

Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies.

Ability to deal tactfully, courteously and impartially with the public.

Ability to understand and execute. oral and written instructions.

Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms and the operation of motor vehicles.

Ability to observe and record details.

Ability to express oneself clearly concisely, orally and in writing.

Ability to observe and record details.

Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms and the operation of motor vehicles,.

Physical stamina and agility in carrying out the responsibilities of the position. 

FACTOR 2 - SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:

An employee in this position receives direct supervision from a superior police officer. Work is reviewed through periodic inspections, or by analysis of reports submitted.

FACTOR 3- GUIDELINES

Guidelines consist of departmental rules and regulations, Virgin Islands Laws, general orders and the Virgin Islands Codes.

FACTOR 4 - COMPLEXITY:

This is entrance level police work where the employee is expected to use judgment in the enforcement of laws, rules, and regulations in accordance with established departmental practices and procedures.

FACTOR 5 – SCOPE AND EFFECT:

The purpose of this work is to maintain law and order, and to protect life and property. The employee is expected to use good judgment in carrying out his/her duties and to be impartial in dealing with the public.

FACTOR 6 – PERSONAL CONTACT

Contacts are made with co-workers, supervisors and the general public.

FACTOR 7 - PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:

Contacts are made in the daily performance of duty. Contacts are made to investigate, report, record, assist and identify what took place during the course of the duty hours.

FACTOR 8-PHYSICAL DEMAND

This may require, some physically strenuous activities, to include running, riding bicycle, and directing of traffic which includes standing for long periods of time.

FACTOR 9-WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is mostly performed outdoors. A vehicle may be also used to assist in carrying out the functions of the assignment.

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The Government of the Virgin Islands aspires to provide the highest level of comprehensive benefits, services and programs to eligible employees, retirees, and their dependents which:

  • Meet and anticipate their individual needs;
  • Assure the GVI's competitiveness with other employers to attract and retain employees;
  • Maximize cost effectiveness; and,
  • Assure optimal health and productivity of employees.
To achieve this goal, from time to time, the carrier for the GVI's insurance may change. Please contact the Group Health Insurance Office of the Division of Personnel in St. Thomas and St. Croix at GroupHealthInsurance@dop.vi.gov for more information regarding carriers.

Medical and Dental Coverage
Enrollment
The Virgin Islands government offers to full-time employees and their eligible dependents, a group health and dental insurance plan.
 
Full-time employees must enroll within thirty-one (31) days of hire unless they can provide proof of medical coverage from another source. An employee who does not enroll within 31 days of employment will be automatically enrolled in the health insurance plan with single coverage.
 
If an employee fails to enroll dependents within the initial eligibility period he/she must wait until a period of "open enrollment" is announced or have a qualifying event as determined by the health insurance carrier to enroll dependents or make changes to their coverage.
 
Effective Date of Coverage
If enrollment forms are received on or before the 6th of the month, coverage will be effective on the first day of the first month following the receipt of enrollment forms. If enrollment forms received on the 7th of the month or later, coverage will be effective on the first day of the second month following the receipt of the enrollment forms.
Example:
Date Forms Received May 1st May 8th January 6th February 7th
Coverage Effective Date June 1st July 1st February 1st April 1st
 
Dependent Coverage
Dependents of eligible employees may participate in the Group Health and Dental Insurance Program according to the terms and conditions imposed by the Health Insurance Board of Trustees and/or the carrier. Eligible dependents are the employee's:
  1. Legal spouse;
  2. Natural children;
  3. Adopted children; and
  4. Step children.
 
When a new dependent is acquired, you must enroll them within thirty-one (31) days after acquiring such dependent. When enrolling a dependent at any time, the following may be required:
  1. Birth certificate;
  2. Marriage certificate;
  3. Adoption papers; and/or
  4. Legal papers of appointment.
Various other documents may be required to determine the eligibility of the dependents.

Cost of Coverage
The GVI contributes toward the cost of Health Insurance for each employee enrolled under the Group Health Insurance Program. The GVI reserves the right to change the amount of the employee contribution when necessary for financial or other reasons.
 
Waiver or Discontinuation of Benefits
An employee may opt to decline coverage, or discontinue coverage under the Group Health and Dental Insurance Plan at any time. An employee who waives coverage upon employment, or who drops out of the program must provide proof of medical coverage and will be subject to the eligibility requirements imposed by the carrier in order to re-enroll in the program. This provision also applies to dependents that are dropped from the plan.
 
Coverage discontinues on the last day of the month following a qualifying event or on the date of an employee's separation.
 
After separation, an employee or dependent may be eligible to convert their group policy to an individual policy within 30 days, depending on the insurance carrier. If an employee would like to convert their policy to an individual policy a notice of conversion must be sent to the insurance carrier. Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation (COBRA) coverage is not available in the Virgin Islands after loss of coverage. 
 
Dental Insurance
As a condition of participation, all employees must enroll in medical coverage to qualify for Dental Insurance.
 
Leave without Pay
The GVI will maintain group health insurance plan coverage for employees on leave without pay. This coverage will remain at the level and under the conditions for which coverage would have been provided if the employee had continued employment continuously for the duration of the leave. However, employees on leave must arrange to pay into the Group Health Insurance Fund the employee's share of their health insurance premium to maintain coverage.

Retirement Benefits
Retired employees and their dependents are eligible to continue to participate in the Group Health and Dental Insurance Program. Retirees must provide updated contact information to the Group Health Insurance Division to maintain coverage.

Life Insurance
The government provides a complementary basic non-contributory $10,000 basic life insurance benefit. In order for the benefit to be effective, an enrollment form must be forwarded to the Group Insurance Office at the Division. The enrollment form must be signed, dated and must indicate a designated beneficiary.
 
Employees may also select additional life insurance in either 1x, 2x, 3x or 4x base salary or $10,000, $15,000, $25,000, $50,000, $75,000, $100,000 or $150,000 amounts as supplemental contributory coverage. The employee pays the cost of this additional insurance, and may be required to submit evidence of insurability when increasing coverage after initial enrollment. Insurance enrollment forms and booklets explaining in detail the plan of benefits, as well as claim forms and a schedule of costs may be obtained from the Group Health Insurance Office.
 
Upon retirement life insurance benefits may be reduced.
 
Upon death the designated beneficiary will be eligible to receive the life insurance proceeds of the insurance participant, the Division must be notified of the death in order to initiate the claim process. Life insurance benefits are payable by the contracted insurance company and a subject to the limitations established by the insurance company.

Supplemental Insurance
The GVI has several supplemental insurance plans that provide for coverage over and above the regular medical, dental and life insurance coverage.
 
These plans are voluntary and are not contributed to by the GVI. A list of the current supplemental insurance plans is available through the Group Health Insurance Office. An employee who does not wish to enroll in medical coverage is eligible to enroll in supplemental insurance.

Moving and Relocation Allowance
It is the policy of the GVI to provide a reasonable relocation allowance inclusive of airfare, to eligible employees, based on their employment contract, to help defray the costs associated with relocation from outside the Virgin Islands to accept employment with the GVI. This allowance is made in lieu of any and all claims for reimbursement of relocation and moving expenses.
 
This policy applies to new employees recruited from off-island and who are approved by the Department Head to receive the benefit of a relocation allowance for moving and relocation expenses.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
The GVI will provide confidential and voluntary assistance through its Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to all employees and their family members who may be faced with dynamic challenges of financial concerns, legal issues, alcohol or drug problems, marital problems, illness of a family member, emotional worries, child care problems, etc. For the welfare of employees as well as effective business operations, the GVI encourages its employees to take advantage of this valuable benefit of employment with GVI.
 
Application
Employees and their family members can refer themselves to the EAP. The program may be reached 24 hours a day on weekdays and weekends.
 
EAP counselors are available to meet with employees or family members to assess a problem and develop a plan for resolution. The counselors may suggest a referral to an outside resource, such as a therapist, Departmental resource, physician, treatment facility or other professional that would be appropriate to assist in resolving the problem or situation. Where an employee may be in need of information, a referral or suggestion may be made over the telephone. There is no charge for employees or their families to use the services of the EAP.
 
Participation in the EAP Program does not jeopardize job security or promotional opportunities. However, it does not excuse the employee from following GVI policies and procedures or meeting required standards for satisfactory job performance except where specific accommodations are required by law.
 
Time Away from Work
Employees who want to visit the EAP during regular work hours must use sick, vacation or personal time after their first meeting. If illness is involved, compensatory, sick, and/or annual leave may be used for treatment or rehabilitation on the same basis that it is granted for other health problems.
 
Mandatory EAP meetings will be completed using administrative leave.
 
The EAP counselors will make every effort to coordinate referral for ongoing treatment with the employee's health insurance coverage as well as his/her ability to pay.
 
Mandatory EAP
When an employee's job performance or attendance is unsatisfactory or there appears to be signs of other problems during the work day, the supervisor should counsel the employee in consultation with the human resources officer or designee. If the employee appears to be unable or unwilling to correct the situation, the employee may be referred to the EAP to assist in the resolution of the problem. Depending on the situation, the employee may accept or refuse participation in the EAP. However, there may be situations where continued employment with the GVI may be contingent upon the employee calling the EAP for assistance.
 
REMINDER: All contact between an employee and the EAP is held strictly confidential. In cases where an employee's continued employment is contingent upon calling the EAP, the EAP counselor will only verify whether or not the employee has contacted the EAP, if ongoing treatment is necessary, and that the employee is following through on the treatment.

Government Employees Retirement System (GERS)
Eligibility
All full-time employees on regular appointments are eligible to participate in the Government Employees Retirement System.
 
Enrollment
The appropriate enrollment application forms should be completed at the time of orientation and will remain on file in the Departmental Human Resources Office. Contribution will begin on the next available payroll period following enrollment in the retirement program.
 
Contribution Rates
Contribution rates to GERS are established and amended according to the Virgin Islands Code.
 
Vesting
Members become vested in the retirement system after ten (10) years of credited service.
 
Plan Type
The Virgin Islands Government Employees Retirement System is a defined benefit retirement program to which both the GVI and the employee contribute. The benefit at time of retirement is based upon the employee's age, years of service and salary history.
 
Retirement Age
Employees with forty (40) years of service may retire at any age at full annuity. A member who is fifty (50) years old with ten (10) years credited service may retire at a reduced annuity. Members who have thirty (30) years of service may retire at any age.
 
Final Average Salary
The Final Average Salary is the average of highest annual salary up to a maximum of $65,000 during any consecutive five (5) year period in the last ten (10) years. Total maximum benefit may not exceed 100% of maximum salary which may not exceed $65,000.
 
Retirement Benefits
Vested participants should contact GERS for detailed retirement benefit information at least one year but no later than six months prior to the retirement date.
 
Military Service Credit
Qualified members may receive military service credit toward retirement. Vested participants should contact GERS for details.
 

01
Are you at least twenty (20) years of age but not have reached your forty-six (46) birthday?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you a citizen of the United States of America?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Do you have a criminal record (except misdemeanors, juvenile offenses and traffic record of moving offenses which will be evaluated by the Commissioner of Police).
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have any convictions for Domestic Violence or any Domestic Violence restraining orders in place against you, or any other Brady Act prohibitions that would preclude possession of a firearm?
  • Yes
  • No
05
Are you able to obtain a certification from the Department of Health as to physical fitness and agility?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Are you willing to complete a psychological examination administered by the Department of Health or a qualified medical practitioner?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Do you possess or are able to to qualify for a motor vehicle operator's license? (must have operators license by end of training period).
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you understand the following? You must successfully pass a written examination for qualifying purposes. Successful completion of training is a Police Department requirement. You must successfully pass a physical agility test, administered by the Virgin Islands Police Department. You must pass a comprehensive background check conducted by the Internal Affairs and Applicant Screening Bureau of the Virgin Islands Police Department. Applicants are subject to all selection and entry standards of the Virgin Islands Police Department, including, but not limited to: • Polygraph Examination PEACE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING (POST) CERTIFICATION Applicants who possess a P.O.S.T. (Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification will be waived from the entrance examination and the twenty-six (26) week Police Recruit Training Program. Once hired certified officers will attend and complete a four (4) week training program. The applicant's POST Certification must not be under review for possible suspension revocation. A certified copy of the POST Certificate must be attached to the application for employment and must indicate the academy attended and is POST certified. Iif your POST certification has expired within the issuing jurisdiction must not be separated from a recognized law enforcement agency more than one (1) year at the time of applying for this position.
  • Yes
  • No
09
Do you have a High School Diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution?
  • Yes
  • No
10
Test Waiver: Candidates are exempted from sitting the written examination if they satisfy the below criteria.
  • I have a Degree (Associates or above) from an accredited institution
  • I have been honorably discharged from any branch of the U.S. Armed forces
  • Not Applicable
11
The answers you provide to the supplemental questions will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Please note that in order to qualify for a position you must satisfy the criteria outlined in the minimum qualifications section of the vacancy announcement and submit supporting documentation. If using a diploma, degree, certification or license to qualify for this position the diploma, degree, certification or license must be uploaded as an attachment(s) to your application. Only education from an accredited school will be accepted to satisfy an education requirement. If you are using college credits to qualify for this position you must upload your transcript. Only education from an accredited school will be accepted to satisfy an education requirement If you are using experience to qualify for this position your experience must be detailed on your application (attaching a resume does not supersede this requirement). Your responses pertaining to specific work experience must be clearly shown in the area for work history on your application. If you are required to be a veteran to qualify for this position you must attach your DD214. An incomplete application, missing documents, or false responses to questions may result in disqualification and/or termination if hired. It is important that your application include all relevant education and experience, including that with the Government of the Virgin Islands. All items must be attached at the time of applying even if the information has been received by the Division of Personnel in paper form prior to May 1, 2017. Your application must be completed in full before it is submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. We do not accept additional information after your application has been received by the Personnel Department. Do you accept
  • Yes
  • No
12
Test Waiver: Candidates are exempted from sitting the written examination if they satisfy the below criteria.
  • I have a Degree (Associates or above) from an accredited institution
  • I have been honorably discharged from any branch of the U.S. Armed forces
  • I have served as a National Guardsmen/Air Guard Reserve in specialized Military Police (MP) unit for at least two (2) years in good standing
  • I am a current or former Police Cadet who successfully completed the established Police Cadet curriculum along with written verification from VIPD officials
  • Not Applicable

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Employer
Government of the Virgin Islands
Address
STT: 34-38 Kronprindsens Gade GERS Bldg 3rd Floor
STX: 3009 Orange Grove Shopping Ctr
Territorywide, U.S. Virgin Islands , STT: 00802 STX: 00850
Phone
340-774-8588
Website
http://www.dopusvi.org