Career Paths
Nearly 100% of MSDM students are employed either when they graduate or, in some cases, prior to graduation. Having a Master of Security and Disaster Management degree helps the marketability of each student and it demonstrates your focus, discipline, knowledge and experience.
Having a master鈥檚 degree in security and disaster management provides the knowledge and skills to be successful in management and supervisor positions in the following career areas:
- Disaster response coordination
- Fire departments
- Homeland security
- Emergency medical services
- Program coordination
- Emergency management
- Red Cross
- Military
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Local, state and federal government jobs
- Law enforcement
- Business continuity
- Risk management
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May 20, 2026
Come join the UPS Team today in Eagan as a Package Handler, you could be hired the same day as applying!Shifts: Sunrise/Preload (10 PM-3 AM M-F, some Sat)Wage: $21 / HourTo complete an application please follow the steps below!Go to聽www.upsjobs.com and search by location.Once you are viewing the position, you will click 鈥淎PPLY NOW鈥.Create a profile so you can save your place in the process and keep track of your progress.Watch a couple of short videos to see what the job is really like.Provide some basic information in our online application process.Receive your job offer and schedule your first day of work.聽Who exactly are UPS Warehouse Workers? Also known as Package Handlers, many of our Warehouse Workers load/unload packages in and out of UPS trailers or our signature brown trucks. Others sort packages to ensure they make it to the right destination. They are a diverse, collaborative, energetic team- and they enjoy fast-paced work.So, what does it take to make it through a busy shift moving boxes and packages?The ability to lift up to 70 lbsStamina 鈥 this is a workout like no other!Legal right to work in the U.S.An eye for detailReliable and responsibleAnd a good pair of sturdy work shoeWhat鈥檚 in it for you? You鈥檝e read about the quick application process, tight team, and active work鈥 but what else do we offer to that makes being a UPS Warehouse Worker such a great opportunity?Excellent weekly payGrowth opportunities401(k)Defined-benefit pension planMedical, dental, and vision after waiting period$0 healthcare premiumPaid vacationPaid Sick and Family and Medical Leave time as required by lawPaid holidaysDiscounted Employee Stock Purchase ProgramEmployee Assistance Program聽So, what is UPS all about? Well, you鈥檙e probably already familiar with us 鈥 we鈥檙e the brown trucks delivering everything from diapers, dish towels and holiday gifts to college care packages and life-saving medicines.But we鈥檙e more than that. We鈥檙e also hardworking, efficient package handlers and friendly, focused drivers. We鈥檙e professionals working in finance, technology, engineering, marketing, and more. We are building our business ethically, sustainably, and in an environmentally conscientious way. We are here to deliver what matters 鈥 to customers, communities, colleagues, the world, and you and your career.UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law
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May 20, 2026
We鈥檙e hiring Criminal Investigators for the federal government through the Pathways Recent Graduate Program. This is an excellent entry point into federal law enforcement for recent graduates.What you鈥檒l do:Work with senior criminal investigators to conduct criminal investigations by gathering, analyzing, and documenting factsAssist with surveillance operations to monitor suspects and locationsCollect and preserve physical and digital evidence while maintaining proper chain of custodyHelp conduct interviews with witnesses, victims, and suspects using established protocolsLocations: Phoenix, AZ, Los Angeles, CA, Washington, DC, Miami, FL, Atlanta, GA, Chicago, IL, Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, and San Antonio, TX.U.S. citizenship is required. Recent graduate eligibility (within 2 years of degree/certificate, or 6 years for veterans), background investigation, and physical/medical requirements apply. Strong attention to detail, integrity, and ability to perform under pressure are essential.
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May 20, 2026
The British Government鈥檚 Consulate in Houston is offering an exciting opportunity to join the Political Team as a Political and Communications Officer. This is a meaningful role which supports and further develops the special relationship between the UK and the US - contributing to work shaping international diplomacy to make a real difference globally.The US Network offers a unique, career-enhancing opportunity and is committed to supporting its staff through a comprehensive benefits package- including generous leave, competitive insurance options, a top-tier 401(k) programme, and access to world-class learning and development resources.We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and supporting employee wellbeing through a structured hybrid working model that includes opportunities for remote work and flexible hours, where operational needs allow.In this role, you will be part of a dynamic international environment spanning the British Government鈥檚 extensive network across the United States and the United Kingdom, which includes the Embassy in Washington, the UK Mission to the United Nations, multiple Consulates, and other Government Offices鈥攃omprising over 900 staff and supporting the work of approximately 30 UK government departments and agencies.As the Political and Communications Officer, you will play an important role in strengthening collaboration between the United Kingdom and the United States on key political and communications issues. Working within the Consulate鈥檚 Political Section, you will engage closely with internal partners such as the Consul General, political teams in Washington, D.C., colleagues across the wider US Network, and policy teams in London. You will also work with external partners including state legislators, staffers, journalists and policy leaders. Your work will directly support the United Kingdom鈥檚 strategic objectives in deepening the bilateral relationship and will offer valuable experience in international engagement and cooperation across government. You will provide support on our social media campaigns including coming up with creative ideas to deliver UK Government messages.We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, and confident professional with recent knowledge of, or experience working in, state level politics. You will bring strong written and verbal communication skills, the ability to build and maintain effective networks, and a proactive approach to identifying insights and opportunities that advance the UK鈥檚 priorities.聽Roles and responsibilitiesCommunications (Digital and Press) (60%)Deliver the day-to-day management of the Consulate's social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, X, and LinkedIn) delivering high-quality and engaging content aligned with agreed communications priorities. Routinely update social media platforms and the Consulate website.Support the development and delivery of communications campaigns and strategies, contributing creative ideas and content in line with agreed messaging and priorities. Proactively identify opportunities to amplify Consulate activity and support UK Government messaging, liaising with colleagues and external stakeholders where appropriate.Deliver consistent and impactful public communications across the full range of Consulate priorities, including regular reporting on content performance, social media analytics, and media impact. Assess impact of social media activities (key performance indicators, monitoring visitor statistics, reach, engagement, followers鈥 growth, etc.) and use this to suggest areas for improvement.Support visits programmes including high level ministers, developing communications content and media plans in line with UK priorities.Work with communications teams across the British Government鈥檚 US network to gather and share content and communications ideas.Support the Head of Political, Press and Public Affairs with press monitoring, drafting press materials, coordinating media engagements, and assisting with media enquiries.Political Engagement (40%)Engage with political stakeholders across the Consulate鈥檚 five-state region, particularly with state-level legislators and their offices. This will sometimes require out-of-state travel.Identify political developments across the patch which may be of interest to policy makers in DC and London and provide accurate, insightful, and timely written reporting.Working under the direction of the Head of Political, Press and Public Affairs, and in collaboration with the Global Issues Officer to support delivery of political engagement activity for the Consul General.Act as notetaker during political engagements.*These percentages are indicative and may shift over time depending on team priorities and organizational needs.聽Essential qualifications, skills and experienceGood understanding of state-level politics in the central-southern US.Understanding and interest in British politics and culture.Confidence engaging with external stakeholders and building effective professional relationships.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including drafting for digital, policy, and media audiences.Experience using social media platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, X and Facebook in a professional context.Legal status to live and work in the US in your own right, from time of application. Please note this position is ineligible for visa sponsorship.聽Desirable qualifications, skills and experienceExperience managing social media platforms professionally, including data analytics.Recent experience working in an office of an elected official.Experience supporting/coordinating visits and events.聽All selected candidates are subject to background checks and will require a security clearance prior to starting work.聽EligibilityYou must have the right to live and work in the US in order to take up this role, whether in your own right or as a dependant, and be able to demonstrate that when required. If you are not a US citizen, dual US citizen or US Permanent Resident, it is your responsibility check your eligibility to work for a foreign government in the United States, and specifically to work in this role at this location, and provide proof of your eligibility via an Employment Authorisation Document or other relevant document when required. The UK Government does not routinely sponsor work visas; the job advertisement will state clearly whether sponsorship is available.You may refer to our website for additional information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-the-usa.聽Core Hours/Hybrid WorkingWhile many jobs in the US Network are able to offer flexibility in terms of working hours, core business hours are 09:30 to 15:00 (in the local time zone) Monday through Friday.Employees will be expected to work from office full-time during the first 90 days of employment. After this time employees may work from home no more than 40% of the working week, subject to operational needs.All working hours and hybrid working are position specific and subject to change at any time, without notice. If you have any questions, please address them with the hiring manager.聽Other benefitsThe British Embassy and its US Network is committed to all employee鈥檚 ongoing learning and development needs. We offer a comprehensive platform for personalised learning for everything from soft skill development (communicating with impact, handling difficult conversations, time management) to more technical or professional skills necessary to complete your job (software training, formal qualifications etc.).The UK Government operating in the US offers a substantial benefits package including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities and a great work/life balance.聽Working patternsThis role is full-time at 40 hours per week. Please note some out of hours work (e.g. evening events) and travel (mostly domestic) will be required in this role.聽The deadline for applications is 23:55 CDT on 3 June 2026.聽Job CategoryForeign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Policy & Political roles)聽Job SubcategoryCommunications, Press and Media聽Required behavioursCommunicating and Influencing, Managing a Quality Service, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together聽GradeExecutive Officer (EO)聽Type of PositionFull-time, Permanent聽Working hours per week40聽RegionAmericas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories聽Country/TerritoryUnited States聽Location (City)Houston聽Type of PostBritish Consulate General聽Number of vacancies1聽SalaryUSD $62,640 per year聽Start Date27 July 2026
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May 20, 2026
Duties DescriptionMaintain facility security.Key control.Perimeter inspections.Vehicle and visitor checks for contraband.Camera surveillance of facility.Monitor movement throughout the facility.Youth Support Assistants are required to attend training in approved Office of Children and Family Services restraint techniques two times a year (four hours each).Additional duties will be discussed in detail during the interview.These positions exist in secure, limited secure and residential programs operated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Anticipated vacancies are located throughout the state.The nature of this position requires shift, weekend, holidays, and overtime assignment, including mandatory overtime.聽Minimum QualificationsOne year of full-time experience in the care and programming of youth* from ages 6-21; ORPossession of a high school or equivalency diploma*Direct 鈥揷are experience with youth involved in the juvenile justice system or in an institution, camp, school, community center, youth rehabilitation program, mental health or correctional institution or residential center.Satisfactory completion of the probation period must include successful completion of the Basic Academy Training鈥檚 two-week training course, possession of a valid New York State motor vehicle operator鈥檚 license, ability to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State and participation in ongoing restraint training and other training, as required.Additional CommentsPlease specify in your cover letter and/or resume how you meet the minimum qualifications (as described above) when responding to this posting. For example, you should provide specific date ranges for qualifying experience, qualifying education or certifications, or the age range of individuals served. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.Appropriate verifiable part-time experience will be accepted on a prorated basis.These positions exist in secure, limited secure and residential programs operated by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services. Anticipated vacancies are located throughout the state. The nature of this position requires shift, weekend, holidays, and overtime assignment, including mandatory overtime.Background Investigation Requirements:1) All prospective employees will be investigated through a Criminal Background Check (CBC), which includes State and federal Criminal History Record Checks. All convictions must be reported; conviction of a felony or misdemeanor, or any falsified or omitted information on the prospective appointee鈥檚 employment application, may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case will be determined on its own merits, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Prospective employees will be fingerprinted in order to obtain a record of their criminal history information, and may be required to pay any necessary fees.2) All prospective employees will be screened against the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment (SCR). Prospective employees will be required to pay any necessary fees.3) For Division of Juvenile Justice and Opportunities for Youth (DJJOY) prospective appointees will be checked against the Staff Exclusion List (SEL) maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs. Prospective employees whose names appear on the SEL as having been found responsible for serious or repeated acts of abuse or neglect will be barred from appointment and may have their names removed from the eligible list(s) for the title(s) if applicable.The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) is an equal opportunity employer. OCFS does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We devote special attention to dismantling racial injustice and recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We are committed to the diversity of our staff, and encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. In furtherance of Executive Order 31 and OCFS鈥檚 mission to have a diverse workforce, all people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must be dedicated to working in and sustaining an environment of inclusion that affirms and celebrates the backgrounds, learned and lived expertise, whole identities, and individual perspectives of our staff. Applicants of all backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.
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May 19, 2026
POLICE DISPATCHER (Multiple Vacancies) - Range 32 / APDSalary聽$38.17 - $52.53 HourlyLocation聽4501 Elmore Road, Anchorage, AKJob Type聽Regular / Full TimeJob Number聽2026-00207Department聽Anchorage Police DepartmentDivision聽Emergency Communications CenterOpening Date聽04/02/2026Closing Date聽ContinuousDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob Information聽聽聽Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.聽This position is represented by the Anchorage Police Department Employees Association (APDEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.聽DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Police Department聽HOURS OF WORK: Shifts vary during training;聽Must be willing to work days or nights with various days off, as well as weekends and holidays.3/12s: twelve (12) hour shifts during three (3) consecutive twenty-four (24) hour periods in one week; twelve (12) hour shifts during three (3) consecutive twenty-four (24) hour periods; and1/8s - one eight (8) hour shift during the other weekTotal of 80 scheduled hours in one pay periodLOCATION: 4501 Elmore Road聽To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.聽Example of Duties聽聽聽Under supervision, performs a variety of radio dispatch, public information, and clerical duties in support of the Anchorage Police Department's Communications Center. Works with considerable independence of judgment and action within defined policies and instructions in deciding whether, where and when emergency personnel should be dispatched. Perform other duties as assigned.Additional Information:Answers emergency 911 and non-emergency calls, determines nature of call and routes it to the proper agency or takes appropriate action to complete call for service. Obtains all pertinent information necessary for assignment of required resources. Establishes priority of complaints and determines level of response necessary. Dispatches police personnel using radio and telecommunications equipment and provides explicit response information. Maintains radio contact with on-duty units and maintains record of all radio transmissions. Enter appropriate data in CAD program on dispatch cards, computer, and report forms, as required. Retrieves information from law enforcement information systems, local, state, and national. Operates automated and manual recording, processing, and telecommunications equipment, as well as standard office equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.聽Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences聽聽High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent, and three聽(3)聽years of experience which involved a substantial amount of public contact and office clerical duties, one聽(1)聽of which must have been as a Police Call Taker with the Municipality of Anchorage, or the equivalent elsewhere.Must possess and/or obtain:聽Must possess the ability to type at a net speed of 35 WPM. [ NOTE: The typing certification or documentation must by presented by time of hire, contain the applicant's name, and be current within the past 1 year. ]聽Satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.聽Satisfactory national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160, AS 12.62.400, 13 AAC 85.010, and 13 AAC 85.210) and financial review.聽Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within thirty (30) days of hire.聽Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check at time of hire.聽Satisfactory psychological assessment (determines job suitability).聽聽Satisfactory audiological exam at time of hire.聽Must possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License and satisfactory driving record at time of hire.Preference:Experience in dispatching and/or receiving a high volume of calls for service. Some examples are:Emergency or public safety callsTransportation聽Private Security聽Utility Company聽Travel Industry聽Call Center聽Switchboard聽Intake ReceptionistCustomer Service AgentAbility to type at a net speed of 70+ WPM. [ NOTE: The typing certification or documentation must contain the applicant's name, be current within the past one (1) year, and attached to the application. ]The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:聽Health / Medical Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/AudioLife InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts 鈥 Health and Dependent CareHealth Savings AccountsRetirement:聽State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program401(k) up to 6% employer match457 Deferred Compensation PlanEmployer Paid Benefits:聽Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Leave Plan13 Paid HolidaysEducation Incentives:Paid Tuition and Books4% Pay Raise for Associate's Degree8% Pay Raise for Bachelor's DegreeAdditional Benefits:Leave accrual earned each pay periodSeparate Sick Leave accrual earned each pay periodShift differentials paid for qualifying swing (3%) and mid (6%) shiftsTake Home Car Program for qualifying positions
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May 19, 2026
POLICE CLERK - Range 14 to 15 / APDSalary聽$26.36 - $37.11 HourlyLocation聽4501 Elmore Road, Anchorage, AKJob Type聽Regular / Full TimeJob Number聽2026-00208Department聽Anchorage Police DepartmentDivision聽RecordsOpening Date聽04/02/2026Closing Date聽ContinuousDescriptionBenefitsQuestionsJob Information聽聽聽Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.聽This position is represented by the Anchorage Police Department Employees Association (APDEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the Union.聽DEPARTMENT: Anchorage Police DepartmentHOURS OF WORK: 4/10s; Shifts and days off vary by seniorityLOCATION: 4501 Elmore Road -OR- 716 W 4th Avenue聽Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.聽Example of Duties聽聽Under general direction, the Police Clerk is responsible for extensive contact with the public, both in person and over the phone. Maintain working knowledge of community, municipal, and internal resources and route citizens appropriately. Take reports of crime over the phone and compose formal department police reports. Type and compose routine correspondence, various reports, letters, memorandum. Extensive data entry. Research and enter data from police reports and citations into various computer systems, including but not limited to Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN), National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Records Management System (RMS). Coordinate with internal personnel and external agencies under time constraints to process arrests and charging documents. Perform cashiering functions and process all traffic citations. Process monetary entries for receipt of all monies for various types of permits, fees, reports. Provide court testimony as required. Perform other related duties as assigned.All Police Clerks with five (5) years position seniority as Police Clerk shall be re-classed to a Senior Police Clerk聽Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences聽聽High school diploma, GED, or equivalent, and聽two聽(2) years of clerical office experience.Must possess and/or obtain:聽Satisfactory national criminal background investigation (13 AAC 85.010, and 13 AAC 85.210) and financial review at time of hire.聽Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN) / National Crime Information Center (NCIC) certification within thirty (30) days of hire.聽Satisfactory Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) background check at time of hire.聽Satisfactory drug screen at time of hire.聽Alaska Police Standards Council (APSC) and Anchorage Police Department standards regarding misdemeanor and/or felony convictions, traffic violations, and use of controlled substances.聽Typing test at a net speed of 35 WPM at time of hire.聽Valid State of Alaska Driver鈥檚 License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.Preference:聽Experience in greeting the public, receiving complaints, answering questions, responding to calls and/or transferring calls. 聽聽Experience in handling cash and keeping a cash journal for receipts of transaction.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:聽Health / Medical Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision/AudioLife InsuranceDependent Life InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts 鈥 Health and Dependent CareHealth Savings AccountsRetirement:聽State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program401(k) up to 6% employer match457 Deferred Compensation PlanEmployer Paid Benefits:聽Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Leave Plan13 Paid HolidaysEducation Incentives:Paid Tuition and Books4% Pay Raise for Associate's Degree8% Pay Raise for Bachelor's DegreeAdditional Benefits:Leave accrual earned each pay periodSeparate Sick Leave accrual earned each pay periodShift differentials paid for qualifying swing (3%) and mid (6%) shiftsTake Home Car Program for qualifying positions
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May 19, 2026
The Juneau Police Department is located in the Lemon Creek area, but officers are responsible for responding to calls throughout the City and Borough of Juneau. Patrol Officers work 12-hour shifts and rotate between days and night on a quarterly basis. One of the best things about a career at JPD is the ability to work in specialty units or have ancillary duties that allow officers to have a variety of growth in their career. Officers can laterally transfer to units like the Criminal Investigations Unit, Drug Unit, School Resource Officer, Airport Officer, and Downtown Officer. They can also have ancillary duties, such as, SWAT, Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Crisis Negotiation Team, Accident Reconstruction Team, Drug Recognition Expert, Firearms Instructor, Arrest Control Tactics Instructor, Less-than-Lethal Instructor and many others.聽Typical ResponsibilitiesConducts patrols on foot, bicycle, or in a police car to observe activities found on City Borough streets, business establishments, residential areas, and public areas. 聽Uses discretion as to when to take enforcement actions or initiate peacekeeping measures.Operates police car or other vehicle; observes the public; investigates accidents, determines violations of applicable laws, issues citations; takes necessary action to enforce compliance with federal, state, and local laws and city ordinances.Takes charge of situations which require involvement of law enforcement personnel, such as, car accidents, emergencies, and public disturbances. 聽Assesses the situation and determines immediate response to ensure protection of life and property. 聽Administers first aid, directs traffic, and requests emergency assistance or vehicles. 聽Performs on-site personal interviews and records facts.Responds to calls for service or through self-initiated activity investigates civil and criminal complaints, crimes, disturbances or other unusual circumstances; evaluates the situation and determines if violations of the law occurred or if police action is required, then takes appropriate action.Questions and obtains statements from witnesses, collects and preserves evidence, prepares criminal and civil complaints, serves process papers and citations.Refers victims to appropriate agencies, such as, Family and Youth Services, medical authorities, or appropriate domestic violence programs.Properly uses specialized police equipment, such as, cameras, radar, blood-alcohol testing instruments, radios, and various less lethal and deadly weapons.Apprehends, pursues, restrains, and detains suspects and violators. 聽Makes arrests and transports prisoners.Testifies in court in both civil and criminal cases.Prepares reports of investigations, activities, and conditions that are dangerous to the public or are of unusual circumstances.Assists other law enforcement agencies.Completes special duty assignments, such as, public speaking, conducting search and rescue operations, conducting public educational programs, and special training sessions. 聽Performs special police/community relations, investigation unit, or metro unit assignments.Performs other related duties as required聽Minimum QualificationsExperience:聽聽 聽 NoneEducation: 聽聽 聽 聽High school graduation or possession of a GED certificate.Other:聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽Must be a citizen of the United States or U.S. National;聽AND聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment; AND聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽聽聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 Applicants must possess or obtain a valid Alaska Driver's License by date of appointment and for continued employment.
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May 19, 2026
The Evidence and Property Technician works as part of a two-person work unit and must be a self-starter and able to work both independently and collaboratively on the team as the workload changes from day-to-day. 聽The incumbent is responsible for clerical and physical work, such as placing evidence items on shelves, moving bicycles and boxes, checking property in and out of the secure facility. 聽This work involves the systematic receipt, storage, release, disposal, and security of a wide variety of confiscated property and evidence including money, firearms, found property, vehicles, plus recovered or received items as a result of search warrants. 聽Evidence employees work closely in person or through other correspondence with officers, attorneys, prosecutors, and other agencies, such as AST, ATF, FBI and DEA. 聽聽The incumbent sends evidence to the crime lab and handles the coordination of various items for disposal or destruction, such as narcotics, hazardous materials, and weapons. 聽The incumbent plays a vital role in helping to maintain the integrity of all evidence and a chain of custody in accordance with established standards, policies, procedures, and departmental guidelines.聽Minimum QualificationsEducation:聽 聽 聽聽High School graduation or the equivalent.聽Experience:聽聽 聽One year (1) of work experience that included working with databases or a wide variety of computer applications.聽Experience in a legal or law enforcement setting is preferred.聽Substitution:聽 聽Post-secondary or vocational training in a related area to the position may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of; three (3) semester or four (4) quarter hours of post-secondary education are equal to one month of experience; 150 hours of vocational education are equal to one month of experience.聽Other: 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽 聽Not less than 21 years of age at time of appointment.A valid Driver鈥檚 License at time of appointment. Must obtain Alaska Driver鈥檚 License within 3 months for continued employment.
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May 19, 2026
You will be part of a team of people who work to ensure law enforcement cases are processed effectively. 聽This position provides customer service to the public at the front counter and by phone, answering a wide and interesting variety of questions. 聽In addition, it supports Juneau Police Department operations through document processing, releasing reports, and FBI Uniform Crime Reporting.聽This position works regular business hours and does not typically require shift work.聽聽WE ARE LOOKING FOR:A friendly, patient, and observant person who can balance customer service, data maintenance, and record processing.聽It is important to have the interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with a diverse range of customers. The ideal candidate maintains the strictest confidence while handling sensitive documents and information. 聽聽聽WORK HOURS:The Records Unit provides essential support to operational units of the police department and staffs the public-facing front window of the police department Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM 鈥 4:30 PM excluding observed holidays.聽Typical ResponsibilitiesIn this position, you will be responsible for both clerical and technical work, such as data entry, filing, answering phones, providing customer service, conducting routine and complex redactions of information in documents, audio and video files, releasing information to the public, justice partners, and private companies. This position will learn to perform coding and classification of crime data in the JPD Records Management System which is then submitted to the State and Federal government via the National Incident Based Reporting System.Records work involves systematic receipt, storage, release, disposal, and security of all documentation related to police records. You will play a vital role in helping to maintain the integrity of all records with established standards, policies, procedures, and departmental guidelines.Minimum Qualifications聽Education:聽聽 聽 聽聽High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.聽Experience: 聽聽 聽Six (6) months of work experience in a law enforcement office or clerical work using specialized databases or processing legal documents.聽License: 聽聽 聽 聽 聽 聽Valid Alaska Driver鈥檚 License at time of appointment and for continued employment.聽聽APSINThis position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). 聽 A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. 聽DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. 聽Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance.BACKGROUND CHECKAs part of the selection process, applicants are subject to a background investigation pursuant to AS 12.62 and 13 AAC 68.215 that includes a criminal background review, fingerprinting*, investigative review, psychological exam, and receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances (this includes: new hires, short term temp, long term temp, transfers from another CBJ department, or former JPD employees who have been separated from JPD employment for more than 30 days). All information provided by the applicant will be verified. 聽 Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from further consideration or dismissed if already employed.聽聽
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May 19, 2026
This is a full-time union represented position typically working a combination of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts for 40+ hours per week. 聽Shifts regularly include work during the evening, overnight, weekends, and holidays. 聽 Employees receive extra pay differential when working swing shift (4.5%) and night shift (6.5%). 聽Overtime is paid, and extra leave is granted when working holidays. Work assignments and personal leave are bid and scheduled based on seniority.The Communications Center is located at the Juneau police station on Alaway Avenue in the Lemon Creek area and has plenty of free, convenient parking available in a secure parking lot.聽Typical ResponsibilitiesYou will be answering phones, 9-1-1 lines, managing radio channels, providing customer service, solving problems, sharing information with the public, and tracking all of this activity in a computer-aided dispatch system. Duties quickly fluctuate between performing data entry, talking to callers during their times of need, and making critically important decisions in support of the community, Juneau Police Department, and Capital City Fire/Rescue responders. Most calls for service involve either police, community service, fire, EMS, the Mobile Crisis Team or Sobering Center responders, with some calls getting all of the above.聽聽It is important to be able to work with considerable independence, use good judgment, and take actions based on policy while taking into account different situations and conditions on the fly. Tasks are constantly prioritized, re-evaluated, and re-prioritized. There are times of very heavy workload, and there are also periods of down time when administrative tasks are performed.聽Minimum QualificationsEducation: High school graduation or the equivalent.聽Experience: 聽聽The required experience listed below may be gained concurrently and must have been obtained within the last ten (10) years.聽聽Twenty-four (24) months of general administrative, communications or technical work experience requiring gathering, analysis, categorization and documentation of information; andTwelve (12) months of experience using computer systems to input, research, maintain and retrieve information; andTwelve (12) months of customer service, call center, collections, legal office or reception work explaining services, program requirements, procedures, summaries of actions and eliciting information.聽Other: At least 18 years of age at the time of appointment.聽SPECIAL NOTES: Appointment to Public Safety Dispatcher positions will be made conditionally pending successful completion of all portions of the background process, psychological evaluation, and pending receipt of verified negative results of pre-employment testing for controlled substances (this includes: new hires, short term temp, long term temp, transfers from another CBJ department, or former JPD employees who have been separated from JPD employment for more than 30 days). All information provided by the applicant will be verified. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from consideration or dismissed if already employed.聽聽Audiometric testing shall be performed on each candidate who has received a conditional job offer. This test will detect any physical or medical condition that could adversely affect the candidate鈥檚 ability to safely perform all essential job tasks. Audiometric testing will be administered by a licensed physician and will occur prior to employment. Former Juneau Police Department dispatchers are required to submit to this test.聽NOTE: Although marijuana usage is legal in Alaska, such drug use is not federally legal. Furthermore, according to departmental policy and Alaska law, an applicant with marijuana use in the past one (1) year will be automatically disqualified.聽APSIN NOTIFICATION:聽Please be aware 鈥 this position requires the use of the Alaska Public Safety Information Network (APSIN). 聽A security clearance issued by the Department of Public Safety (DPS) is necessary to use APSIN. 聽DPS will deny security clearance for any applicant who has been convicted of a聽felony or misdemeanor in this state or another jurisdiction, or who may be a fugitive from justice. 聽Additionally, security clearance will be withdrawn if DPS discovers that material information was falsified or omitted at the time of the initial application for security clearance. With written consent (see supplemental document), a criminal history report will be obtained prior to any testing or interviews in order to evaluate a candidate鈥檚 suitability in obtaining an APSIN clearance.聽Physical Requirements:聽 See well enough to quickly read fine print, charts, graphs, maps, VDTs and to see fine detail with no color deficiencies; hear well enough to understand radio and telephone transmissions through headsets, handsets, and speakers, sometimes with interference, static and background noises, such as with others talking in the room, audible radio noise and telephones ringing; hear others whether or not they are in view; discern various tones, rhythms and series of "beeps" through a headset and over a speaker; speak in a clear, understandable voice with sufficient volume and tone quality to project effectively over the radio, telephone, and in person; stamina to sit for long periods; use of fingers and hands to write, operate computer keyboards and radio computer equipment.聽聽Department Requirements:聽 聽Ability and willingness to work shifts, holidays, weekends, scheduled and emergency overtime, and be available for required on-call duty; attend local and out of area training courses as authorized and required; willingness to wear a uniform and comply with department grooming standards; maintain minimum unscheduled absences and a high rate of attendance; maintain a positive attitude and be flexible to change.聽Supplemental InformationAll applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation to determine suitability for police support work and the maintenance of confidential records. The background investigation includes a criminal background review, fingerprinting, and investigative interview. All information provided by the applicant will be verified. Applicants who materially misrepresent any information provided in the employment process will be excluded from consideration or dismissed if already employed.
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