Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Applicants must comply with title 7-32-303 MCA which states that no peace officer in the State of Montana shall be appointed who does not meet the following peace officer qualifying standards:
• Be a citizen of the United States; be at least 18 years of age; pass a finger-print criminal records check; not have been convicted of a crime for which the person could have been imprisoned in a federal or state penitentiary; be of good moral character, as determined by a thorough background investigation; be examined by a licensed physician appointed by the employing authority to determine the applicant is free from any mental or physical condition that might adversely affect performance of the duties of a peace officer
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
- Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation;
- Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
- Telecommunications — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems
- Technology — Knowledge of personal computers, telecommunications systems and specialty enforcement, service and reporting software applications
- Mathematics — Knowledge of basic math
- Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and financial records, and other office procedures and terminology.
- Computers and Electronics — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Required Application Materials:
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed above.
Other Information:
- The following requirements must be fulfilled pre-employment:
• Pass the 4-part National Police Officer Selection Test
• Complete the Montana Physical Abilities Test (MPAT) administered by the Montana Law Enforcement Academy (MLEA) within a specified time
• Successful applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the Department prior to offer of employment
- The following are conditions of post-employment:
• Graduate from the MLEA or equivalent
• Retain a basic certificate from the Montana Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)
• Take a formal Oath of Office
• Successfully complete a structured Field Officer Training (FTO) program
Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
*!The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711.
Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
