Patrol Officer

Post Falls Police Department - Patrol OfficerLast updated on July 01, 2026PST Partner Agency since December 06, 2023This job posting is for entry level applicants. If you are a lateral applicant, please apply through that job posting. Entry level applicants must complete the PST written exam. All applicants must complete a Personal History Statement to be considered for an interview.If you have questions regarding the agency or hiring process, please contact Sergeant Harmon (208) 262-7716 / sharmon@postfallspolice.gov or Lieutenant Harrison (208) 773-6393 / bharrison@postfallspolice.govRequirementsWritten Examination – Yes, required.LEO/CO Physical Ability Test (PAT) – No, not required (may be required later).PST Personal History Statement – Yes, required within 14 days of passing required exam(s).Minimum Age – 21.High School Graduate / GED – Yes.Driver's License – Required.Felony Convictions as an Adult – Carefully reviewed on a case by case basis.Felony Convictions as a Juvenile – Carefully reviewed.Capability to Read, Speak & Write English – Yes.Vision Requirements – Correctable to 20/20.College Requirement – No.Multiple Scores from Same Applicant – Highest score within the past one year considered.DisqualifiersThe following are automatic and potential disqualifiers. Applicants should not apply if they indicate any of the automatic disqualifiers. Potential disqualifiers will be considered on a case by case basis.Driving – Automatic : Applicant ineligible if they do not possess a valid driving license from state of residence and cannot qualify for Idaho license, or if they have a misdemeanor DUI within two years or two or more within five years.Drug Usage – Automatic : Ineligible for marijuana use within one year; prior controlled substance use within three years if over 18 unless age Criminal Activity – Automatic : Ineligible for past felony (if 18+), misdemeanor DUI within two years or two within five years, domestic violence misdemeanors (with firearm duty or within five years), deceit or sex offenses (within five years).Potential Disqualifiers : Failure to pay income tax or child support; current credit accounts or unresolved collections.Not legally able to possess a firearmNon-United States CitizenMilitary Discharges: Dismissal, bad conduct discharge (BCD), dishonorable discharge (DD) or other non-honorable discharge (OTH)Certification Denied or Suspended : Denied, revoked, or suspended in another state or jurisdiction; basic certificate revoked; unless rescinded.Contact Information1717 E. Polston AvenuePost Falls, ID 83854Kootenai County208-773-6393#J-18808-Ljbffr

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