Police Officer

Cayuga Nation Police Officer

The Cayuga Nation Police Department is a tribal law enforcement agency established by the Cayuga Nation’s sovereign government to protect its citizens, properties, customers, and visitors. The agency’s patrol area is the 64,015 acre Federally recognized reservation spanning portions of Cayuga and Seneca Counties in Central New York State. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Patrols and protects Cayuga Nation citizens, properties and visitors.
• Conducts criminal investigations.
• Analyzes statements and evidence to understand how and why a crime occurred and to identify possible perpetrators.
• Assists with arrests, warrant service, and similar police activities.
• Communicates with victims and other concerned parties regarding case status and progress.
• Collaborates with prosecution to prepare for court appearances; testifies in court regarding means and methods used in investigation.
• Safeguards evidence from contamination.
• Performs other related civil enforcement duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong interview and interrogation skills.
• Thorough understanding of police and investigative procedures, processes, and techniques.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Extensive knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Ability to correctly and safely handle and operate weapons and police equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn investigative tools, applications, and software.
• Must be able to pass a psychological test.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation.
• Must be physician certified as physically fit for strenuous law enforcement duty.
• Must be a current or formerly certified federal, state, local, tribal or territorial police officer, agent or investigator.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; accredited college degree in a field related to law enforcement or public service preferred.
• Graduation from a recognized law enforcement academy and subsequent completion of a probationary period of employment required.
• At least three years of sworn law enforcement experience required.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.

Physical Requirements:

• This job is inherently dangerous and presents substantial risk to life and limb.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, walking, bending, and climbing at crime scenes.
• May require periods of running or extremely heavy lifting to apprehend suspects or assist victims.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to perform duties in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to pass a department administered physical fitness test.

Hours per week:

• Part-time: up to 29 hours per week

24 hours (2 shifts) per month minimum required

Potential opportunities to become full-time

• Full-time: 40+ hours per week

Job Type:

• Part-time 
• Full-time

Salary:

• Dependent upon Experience
• $33.72/hr. Part-time rate
• Competitive Full-time rate
• Annual performance-based increases (full-time only)

Benefits:

• Bi-weekly pay
• 401 (k) matching/up to 7%
• Paid vacation time/accrued at initial rate of three weeks/year
• Paid personal time/front loaded upon anniversary date at one week per year
• Paid life insurance
• Holiday pay
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Coupons & Discounts with Life Mart

Full-time benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 80% of childcare cost reimbursement
• Overtime opportunities

Schedule:

• 12-hour shifts (Pitman Shift Schedule)
• Every other weekend off (Full-time)

Additional Information:

1. No New York State earnings waiver is required for officers who retired in good standing from municipal law enforcement positions.
2. A limited number of part-time opportunities are also available, requiring a minimum commitment of 24 hours per month, with a modified benefits package.

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