Current Hiring Status
We currently are not hiring. Please check back for future updates.
Application Process
The Ronan Police Department is seeking qualified experienced individuals who want to join our team of law enforcement professionals. Our organization is based on our belief in strong professionalism and values where the best services are provided to the citizens of Ronan.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Protects life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.
- Patrols assigned areas.
- Responds to calls for police service.
- Conducts preliminary and follow-up criminal and traffic investigations.
- Conducts interviews.
- Prepares written reports and field notes of investigations and patrol activities.
- Apprehends criminals and testifies in court.
- Work requires extensive contact with outside agencies and the public.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED), college or military preferred
- United States citizen or naturalized citizen
- Age 21 or older
- Currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid MT Driver’s License
- Vision at or corrected to 20/20
- Must be of good moral character and background
- No felony convictions in federal or state courts
- No misdemeanor convictions apart from minor traffic offenses
- Must be current Montana POST certified or as an out-of-state officer must be meet qualifications established by the Montana POST Council to obtain certification through legal equivalency testing and training within first year of employment.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING
THE STANDARD APPLICATION FOR POSITION OF PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER IN THE STATE OF MONTANA MUST BE COMPLETED AND ATTACHED TO THE INTITIAL EMAIL APPLICATION.
1. Please download and complete the Application below and save it to your computer.
2. Send the completed application as an attachment in your initial email to: joinrpd@cityofronan.org
You may be contacted by telephone or email and asked to submit all required documentation if you are selected to proceed further in the process. Once contacted, it is strongly suggested that applicants submit all necessary documentation as soon as possible to prevent any delay in processing your application. Lack of documentation might prevent you from proceeding further in the application process.
When hiring entry level police officers, the Ronan Police Department currently uses the Montana Law Enforcement Testing Consortium for the written and physical abilities testing. The website is at www.mtletc.org. From the website you can download a registration packet and learn about the testing process.
Lateral officers are not required to register with the Montana Law Enforcement Testing Consortium. Applicants need only complete the Standard Application for Position of Public Safety Officer in the State of Montana.
Reserve Police Officer Program
The Ronan Police Department established the Ronan Police Reserve Officer Program as a service organization. A Reserve Police Officer works under the general supervision and in all conditions, performing a variety of law enforcement duties that involve protecting life and property; enforcing laws and ordinances; conducting criminal investigations, crime prevention and suppression; preserving the public peace; performing special assignments in the protection of life and property; and related work as required.
This is a sworn, part-time, volunteer member who has peace officer status where incumbents perform all duties required of peace officers to effectively respond to and resolve situations encountered.
The purpose of the Reserve Program is to assist full-time officers; to aid in traffic and crowd control at any event in which large crowds assemble; such as Pioneer Days and the Lake County Fair; and to assist in routine patrol and enforcement activities at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
All Reserve Police Officers will complete the department’s Field Training Program. In addition, Reserve Police Officers will be required to pass a firearm proficiency test with their firearm.
All Reserve Police Officers are required to attend a Reserve Officer Training course and it will be paid for by the Ronan Police Department. *
All Reserve Police Officers are subordinate to full-time law enforcement officers, and may not serve unless supervised by an on duty full-time law enforcement officer. *
*(Does not apply to Reserve Officers with current Montana Law Enforcement Officer Basic Certification).
Reserve Police Officer Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent (GED)
- United States citizen or naturalized citizen
- Age 21 or older
- Currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid MT Driver’s License
- Vision at or corrected to 20/20
- Must be of good moral character and background
- No felony convictions in federal or state courts
- No misdemeanor convictions apart from minor traffic offenses
- Must have resided in the state of Montana continuously for 1 year and resided in Lake County for a period of at least 6 months prior to appointment
- Must be examined by a licensed physician within 30 days immediately preceding appointment and pronounced in good physical condition
VIPS – Volunteers in Police Service
Volunteers are an important part of any organization and are proven to be a valuable asset to law enforcement agencies. Volunteers help to increase police responsiveness, service delivery, and information input, and they provide new program opportunities. In addition, volunteers can bring new skills and expertise to the job and prompt new enthusiasm. The Ronan Police Department uses qualified volunteers for specified tasks and duties that can create efficiencies for the department and improve services to the community. Volunteers are intended to supplement and support, rather than supplant, sworn officers and civilian personnel.
Volunteer: Someone who performs service for the Ronan Police Department without promise, expectation, or receipt of compensation for services rendered. This may include unpaid chaplains, unpaid reserve officers, interns, and persons providing administrative support.
If interested in a reserve or volunteer position, please contact recruiting at:
joinrpd@cityofronan.org