Police officer jobs in Idaho

About the role

The Idaho Falls Police Department (IFPD) is creating a list of eligible candidates for the position of Police Officer.  We are continuously accepting applications with passing written exam and physical agility test scores. The IFPD conducts all police officer testing through   www. publicsafetytesting.com     (PST).  This allows you to take our written and physical agility tests at various locations around the country, as found on PST’s website.  Make sure to select the Idaho Falls Police Department on the PST website when you sign up so we are notified of your results if you aren’t testing in person at IFPD. IFPD will administer the in-person written exam and physical agility test in Idaho Falls periodically. Please check with IFPD about upcoming test dates by calling (208)612-8656 or emailing  PoliceRecruitment@idahofalls.gov Whether you test in-person at IFPD, or online through PST,   you must fill out an application on the City of Idaho Falls website   www.idahofallsidaho.gov   ,  and you must register for testing through PST’s website .

What you'll bring

• United States citizenship (this is a POST Certification requirement).
• 21 years of age by date of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (copy of transcripts required).
• A valid driver's license.
• The ability to successfully complete all testing requirements.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• The ability to function on a day-to-day basis with limited supervision.
• Certified by the Idaho Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) Council within one year of employment.
• Successful candidates must pass a thorough background investigation.
• Successful candidates must pass medical, polygraph and psychological examinations (after a contingent offer of employment).