To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed within are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform essential functions, which include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Maintaining community order and compliance with ordinances and statutes through but not limited to the following activities:
o Controlling the assigned area using generally accepted police procedures.
o Establishing positive rapport with the general public.
o Recognizing and reporting situations which may be particularly disturbing or a threat to the general public order.
o Recognizing and reporting potential health and safety hazards to the appropriate agency.
o Responding to general public calls for assistance.
- Enforcing state law and local ordinances through warning or arresting persons who have violated laws or ordinances through but not limited to the following activities:
o Investigating accidents, complaints and reported possible criminal activity.
o Performing surveillance and investigation.
o Recognizing, locating, possessing and securing evidence while preserving the chain of custody.
- Engaging in traffic control activity which may include but are not limited to the following:
o Monitoring compliance with local, state, and county ordinances.
o Directing and rerouting traffic around obstacles, accidents, crime scenes, or other needed rerouting.
o Investigating traffic accidents, administering first aid until arrival of emergency medical technicians, or appropriate medical help.
o Issuing traffic citations for moving and non-moving violations.
- Testifying in state and municipal courts, as required.
- Maintaining a record of all reportable events and filing the reports, as directed.
- Inspecting all assigned equipment prior to the shift to determine its adequacy and safety.
Supervisory Responsibility
Officers may supervise probationary officers, auxiliary officers and/or student interns as necessary.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. An Officer is assigned to a rotating shift, working a four days on, two days off schedule. The shift may be days, early or late. Must have the ability to work extended hours and/or report to work outside of assigned hours as needed.
