Performs complex investigations, renders service, enforces traffic and criminal laws, and generally provides for the safety of the public
Interacts and works with diverse groups of people within the department and the community to render service and collect information
Uses problem solving skills, creativity, and innovative approaches to identify community concerns, present options of courses of action, identify resources, plan for implementation of desired changes, and evaluate success.
Obtains information and increases knowledge about persons and conditions within an assigned area
Identifies the causes of crime within an assigned area
Works with community members to identify and analyze crime and other problems within an assigned area and to design strategies to address these problems
Anticipates crime trends and makes plans to break negative patterns before they become established
Creates an environment in which community members are motivated to organize and assist in the implementation of problem-solving strategies
Works with youth in daily activities and special projects consistent with organizational values
Coordinates information and resources with Leadership and other department employees, public and private agencies, and citizens regarding crime problems and solutions.
Works with other departments employees as well as public and private agencies in designing and implementing problem-solving strategies
Effectively shares information with other officers within the department
Establishes two-way communication and acts as an informational source to citizens regarding crime problems and solutions
Reads and accurately applies departmental Standard Operating Procedures, policies, rules, regulations, instructions, laws and ordinances, and general literature
Analyzes and accurately interprets legal codes and criminal evidence
Prepares accurate and thorough written reports and memoranda summarizing information
Uses computers for reports, communications and information retrieval
Testifies in court when required
Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Responsible for safety of self, others, materials and equipment
Ascertains all facts available at the crime/accident scene by taking statements, conducting interviews and/or interrogations of victims, witnesses, suspects and other persons
Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations of all pending matters
Searches persons, vehicles, places and other items
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.60 - $26.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
