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CITY
OF KENAI POLICE DEPARTMENT:
The
City of Kenai is located on the east shore of Cook Inlet at the mouth of
the Kenai River, positioned midway between Homer and Anchorage. Kenai has
a population of 7000, expanding during the summer with tourists and an
active commercial fishing industry. The community is also a major base
for the oilfield service industry. Kenai encompasses 34 square miles.
The
Kenai Police Department was formed in 1969 with only
three officers. Nineteen officers, eight dispatchers
and support personnel currently staff it. During summer
months, four seasonal enforcement officers are hired
to accommodate the increase in calls for service.
Community programs offered by the KPD include D.A.R.E.,
Neighborhood
Watch, Business Watch and Crime
Stoppers.
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The department
stresses training and education of its officers in order to remain
responsive to community needs. Officers are required to possess at least
an AA degree.
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Gus Sandahl, Police Chief
107 South Willow Street
Kenai, Alaska 99611
Phone (907) 283-7879
Fax (907) 283-2267
Email:gsandahl@ci.kenai.ak.us
Kenai Police Dept. Staff
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MISSION:
Our mission,
together with the community of Kenai, is to make our city a place where
all people live safely and without fear.
VISION:
The Kenai Police Department has a well-deserved reputation for
excellence. We maintain the highest standards of law enforcement ethics
and personal integrity. We are committed to the philosophy of community
policing and problem solving with those that we serve. We employ both
time-tested police methods and innovative approaches in protecting our
community. Our communication is direct, open and respectful. We value our
unity and our differences, recognizing that there is strength in both.
Our commitment to a safe and healthy work environment is shown in high
morale, job satisfaction, and continually enhanced performance.
CORE
VALUES:
In our individual conduct and in our professional responsibilities we
value:
 Integrity and ethical conduct
without compromise at all times
Courage
in meeting all challenges and all adversity at every level of danger with
a recognition of the higher standards for which we are accountable.
Respect
for the rule of law and the dignity of all human beings
Acceptance
of full responsibility and accountability for our actions.
Empathy
and compassion for others.
Resolving
differences in a mutually supportive and positive way, through open and
direct communication.
Equal
treatment of all members of the department.
Individual
and team effectiveness in solving crime and crime related problems.
Attention
to community needs.
Quality
training and commitment to personal and professional growth.
Flexibility
in adapting to change
A
methodical, thorough approach to problem solving.
Responsible
management of our resources
Excellence
and continuous improvement in all we do.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
SWORN OPPORTUNITIES:
Those interested in becoming a Kenai Police Officer must be intelligent, exhibit
good judgment, and be healthy both physically and emotionally. Kenai
Police Officers are confident and often must make quick assessments for
sound decisions. We seek to reflect our community in the quality
men and women we employ. The officers of the Kenai Police Department
possess a strong sense of community and a service orientation.
CIVILIAN OPPORTUNITIES:
In addition to Police Officers, the Kenai Police Department regularly
hires individuals for a wide variety of positions. Civilian
employees provide many of the crucial functions of the department, such
as 911 dispatching, administrative and clerical support. The
Department is consistently looking for intelligent, conscientious
applicants who possess a wide range of interpersonal and technological
skills.
PRESS RELEASE:
Hunters are reminded that shooting is restricted within the city limits
of Kenai. Discharging a shotgun only is allowed along the Kenai river
tidal flats area, but not within 100 yards of a residential or commercial
structure or road. Firearms may also be used within the city limits north
of the Kenai Spur Highway from a line in the vicinity of Beaver Creek
west to Marathon Road. For further details contact the Kenai Police
Department at 283-7879.
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OFFICERS AND STAFF OF THE KENAI POLICE DEPARTMENT
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CHIEF GUS SANDAHL
LIEUTENANT
DAVID ROSS
PATROL OFFICERS
SGT. BEN LANGHAM
OFF. KELLY GEORGE
OFF. JAY SJOGREN
OFF. ALEX DOUTHIT
OFF. DAN SMITH
OFF.
ALEX PRINS
OFF.
TODD HAMILTON
OFF. AARON TURNAGE
OFF. CASEY HERSHBERGER
OFF. TREVOR MILLER
OFF. LEVI RUSSELL
OFF. JAYMS HARRIS
UNIFORMED INVESTIGATIONS
INV. JEFF WHANNELL
INV. MITCH LANGSETH
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DISPATCH
MICHAEL NUSBAUM, SUPERVISOR
NANCY WILES
GREG BECKMAN
ERICA SHINN
STACEY DAY
DANIELLE BRAUN
LISA LINEGAR
ERIN PEALATERE
ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT
EVIDENCE CUSTODIAN
KELLY HOLT
INVESTIGATIONS SERGEANT
SGT. SCOTT MCBRIDE
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 Kenai Police Department
Frequently Asked Questions
Officer Contact Information
Report
Request Form
ATV-Off
Road Flier Informational Flyer
Firearm
Discharge In City Limits Map
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