Capitol Police Officer

State of careers Rhode Island • Meriden, CT

9d • $59,684 - $68,574 • Onsite

About The Position

To protect and provide police services and general security at the State Capitol, annexes, properties contained therein, and adjacent state buildings, grounds, premises and designated state properties against the ordinary hazards of trespass, theft, fire and damage; to maintain order on the premises; to provide for the safety, security, and protection of the public, employees and property; and to do related work as required. This role involves protecting and providing police services and general security at the state capitol, annexes, and adjacent state properties. Responsibilities include maintaining order, ensuring the safety and security of the public, employees, and property, and performing patrol duties to detect and prevent hazards. The position also requires coordinating evacuations, providing entrance security, gathering intelligence, investigating accidents, responding to emergencies, and directing traffic. Cooperation with other law enforcement agencies and preparing reports are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

• LATERAL TRANSFERS EXPERIENCED LAW ENFORCEMENT (POST-CERTIFIED) AND CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS ONLY.
• POST-CERTIFIED (i.e. graduates of the Rhode Island Municipal Training Academy), graduates of the Rhode Island State Police Academy, Providence Police Academy, Rhode Island Department of Corrections Academy, or any candidate with comparable law enforcement, correctional or other custodial certification from a program offered by any state, federal or municipal agency (collectively and for ease referred to as "POST-certified").
• Successfully complete a background investigation.
• Successfully complete a psychiatric evaluation.
• Successfully complete firearms recertification.
• Successfully complete a physician's examination certificate verifying fitness for duty.
• Successfully complete any other training program determined by the Director of DPS.
• Successfully complete the FTO program.
• Successfully complete the probationary period.
• Possess a working knowledge of the tactics, techniques and procedures involved in providing police services and general security to safeguard state buildings and grounds.
• Possess a working knowledge of the methods and responsibilities of patrolling and police work relating to the protection of people and property.
• Possess a working knowledge of the methods of investigating accidents and other incidents.
• Possess a working knowledge of primary marksmanship fundamentals and skill in the use of firearms.
• Ability to detect and respond to dangerous conditions within state facilities, and the capacity to respond independently to threats and emergencies.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public.
• Ability to keep simple records, and use the same to prepare clear reports.
• Ability to analyze and appropriately act in emergency situations, develop effective courses of action and successfully facilitate safe outcomes to the same.
• Must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician's certificate.
• Must submit to and satisfactorily pass a full background criminal investigation (BCI).
• Must have been evaluated and tested by a certified psychologist and receive a satisfactory rating in writing.
• Must meet the State of Rhode Island qualification requirements to carry service weapons used in the performance of duty, and must maintain such qualification requirements as a condition of employment.
• Must successfully pass the Capitol Police training program as required by the Director of Public Safety.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must successfully complete and pass a CPR/first aid training course specified by the Department once every two (2) years.

Responsibilities

• Protect and provide police services and general security at the state capitol, annexes, properties contained therein, and adjacent state buildings, grounds, premises and designated state properties against the ordinary hazards of trespass, theft, fire and damage.
• Maintain order on the premises.
• Provide for the safety, security, and protection of the public, employees and property.
• Regularly patrol the State Capitol, annexes, adjacent state buildings and grounds to detect and prevent fire, theft, vandalism and/or defacement of property.
• Preserve peace, order and make arrests when necessary.
• Prevent trespassing, loitering, and other public nuisances, such as soliciting and peddling in and on state properties.
• Provide an effective building security program that maintains the physical security of the State Capitol and other state facilities.
• Coordinate the evacuation of state officers, state personnel and the public from state buildings when necessary.
• Provide entrance security and operate security equipment at designated state buildings and areas, ensure physical security, and restrict access of unauthorized persons.
• Keep the occupants of state buildings free from outside annoyances and interference by solicitors, peddlers, and other unauthorized persons.
• Assist in developing and maintaining building security procedures.
• Perform patrol duties in accordance with a designated homeland security threat mitigation posture during times of elevated threat levels or when otherwise directed.
• Assist in developing, implementing, monitoring, and controlling evacuation procedures at state buildings during times of fire, bomb threats, or other natural and man-made crises.
• Maintain order and provide crowd control at various events and activities occurring on state properties.
• Gather intelligence and conduct tactical threat assessments of state buildings, to enhance security of the same and protect occupants from all threats.
• Investigate and report accidents occurring in state buildings and on state grounds.
• Interact with the public and provide information pertaining to the location of state offices and personnel.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide CPR and/or first aid to injured persons.
• Check the physical security of buildings and ensure that entrances and windows are secured.
• Direct motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic on state properties and monitor and control parking in and around the premises.
• Stay on duty, when so ordered or until relieved, and pass on any special instructions or pertinent information to relief officers.
• Cooperate with local/state and federal law enforcement agencies in conducting police and security operations.
• Prepare accurate written and verbal reports.
• Do related work as required.

Benefits

• For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
• All employees hired after September 30, 2014 will be required to participate in the direct deposit system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed