Patrol Officer

City of Union City•Union City, GA

14d•$23 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

To support the vision, mission and guiding principles of the City. While performing any procedure, all associates and contract personnel must observe applicable Safety, Health, and Environmental rules and guidelines. Attend and participate in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position. Adhere to appropriate City operating procedures, benefit rules, employment, and safety policies/practices. The purpose of this position is to protect the public and ensure a safe environment within the City of Union City as well as surrounding communities. Successful implementation of the work results in a safer atmosphere and a decrease in citizen victimization. The work involves performing various duties in protecting life and property and enhancing public safety in the City of Union City. The incumbent is required to perform varied duties including physical observation, simultaneous operation of vehicle and computer, processing reports and interpersonal communication – often in adverse situations. Diversity of population served, rapid growth in population and rotating shifts add to the complexity. Job has recurring work situations involving moderate degrees of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and procedures is high. Errors in judgment and execution will waste time and resources adversely impacting unit performance. Incumbent operates independently but work is verified by supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
valid Georgia Driver’s license
US citizen
at least 21 years of age
meets POST requirements for Peace Officer Certification and/or academy admittance pursuant to GA law
successful completion of the pre employment process which includes written exam, oral interview, background check, criminal records and traffic history check, medical and drug screening, polygraph evaluation, successful completion of Police Academy
equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of law enforcement concepts and terminology, including criminal investigation, law enforcement and crime prevention; first-aid principles and techniques; report preparation and record keeping; and human behavior theories related to criminology, crisis intervention and crowd control
Knowledge of laws and court decisions pertaining to law enforcement, including search and seizure, suspects and prisoner’s rights, and custody and protection of evidence; operational principles and practices of criminal investigation, law enforcement and crime prevention; court and trial procedures
Knowledge of the use and effects of law enforcement weapons; methods of self-defense and physical restraint
Knowledge of Union City Police Department, policies and procedures; geographic layout of City; vocabulary of technical/specialized fields of law enforcement such as identification, detention and pathology
Skill in learning, interpreting, applying and explaining complex laws and regulations; reading and interpreting documents such as maps, diagrams and textbooks
Skill in performing accurate mathematical calculations; comprehending and retaining factual information and applying what is learned
Skill in observing and remembering details of events, names, faces, numbers and physical descriptions; preparing and maintaining clear, accurate and concise reports and files
Skill in communicating effectively in both verbal and written form; exercising tact, self-restraint, judgment and strategy in dealing with people of all races, ethnicities and socio-economic groups and who may have emotional or physical difficulties
Skill in exercising sound independent judgment in emergency or stressful situations; correctly interpreting a given situation and taking appropriate action under a variety of conditions
Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergencies
Ability to operate the computer and various programs
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to gather, assemble, analyze and evaluate facts and evidence and to draw sound conclusions; working ability to obtain valid information by interview and interrogation
Ability to work rotating shifts, varying hours and be on call

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Patrols assigned geographic area
Receives and responds to dispatched calls
Investigates and takes appropriate action on assigned calls
Conducts security checks of businesses, parks, public building, industrial areas and residences
Issues citations and/or makes arrests for violations of laws including traffic violations and local ordinances
Prepares incident and accident reports
Attends and testifies in various levels of court, including Superior, State, Juvenile, Administrative and Municipal, on cases investigated or reports written
Responds to natural and man-made disasters
Locates defendants and serves criminal warrants
Assists with crowd control and security assignments at various public gatherings or incident scenes
Reports hazardous conditions on public roadways and bridges
Conducts surveillance
Provides assistance to the public as needed
Provides information and guidance regarding victim’s rights
Assesses victims, rendering aid to the injured prior to EMS arrival
Requests assistance of other agencies including emergency and towing services
Processes arrested persons following established procedures
Renders aid to other law enforcement personnel
Attends/participates in daily roll call including inspection and training prior to going on duty; participates in training programs to improve knowledge and skills; performs a minimum of twenty training hours to include firearms, defensive driving, use of force, and legal updates; performs specialized short or long term assignments including administrative, technical and investigative duties as required; duties to include but not limited to court, City Hall security and , transporting inmates to and from medical facilities; may serve as field training officer; works with public, civic organizations, etc. in conducting community activities.
Maintains traffic control through observation and the use of speed detection devices
Conducts road closures
Detains and tests drivers suspected of driving under the influence
Directs traffic at scene
Prepares accident reports
Conducts and prepares investigations of vehicle accidents
Duties include special details that include but are not limited to assisting the public with various traffic related concerns; surveying intersections for new traffic control devices including but not limited to stop signs and speed signs; works with public, civic organizations, etc. in conducting community activities.
Maintains peace within controlled community settings
Investigates community incidents
Collects evidence and property
Completes incident and accident reports
Serves warrants
Testifies in court
Gathers victim, defendant and witness information
Prepares and delivers oral presentations in school and community settings
Works with at-risk populations
Analyzes data on crime trends and citizen complaints and determines appropriate response
Plans and organizes community involvement
Participates in problem-solving activities aimed at reducing crime and increasing community safety
Performs other duties as assigned