Patrol Officer (Lateral Entry Only)

City of Springdale•Springdale, OH

About The Position

Under the immediate direction of a Patrol Sergeant or Patrol Corporal, the Patrol Officer is responsible for maintaining law and order, investigating crimes and non-criminal regulatory violations, protecting life and property, and protecting guarantees established by the Constitution of the United States of America, the Constitution of the State of Ohio, and the Charter of the City of Springdale. Police work has a responsibility unmatched in other professions that encompasses the possibility of life and death, the deprivation of freedom, and the disruption of lives. The authority and responsibility by law vested in law enforcement officers is tremendous. Patrol Officers are the primary service providers to the public. Patrol Officers should do their best for those who call, regardless of the service. Although a Patrol Officer’s duty is to the public, it should never be forgotten that the public comprises people. There is no greater duty than that of helping your fellow man. At all times, the Patrol Officer’s professional and personal conduct shall maintain the tenets of his\her oath of office. Typical Tasks (Illustrative Only) The duties listed below are intended to be illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related to, or a logical assignment to the position. Circulates throughout assigned patrol area to maintain law and order Responds promptly to reports of crimes and citizen complaints Interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects of crimes, accidents, and disturbances Apprehends persons violating the statutes of the State of Ohio and the ordinances of the City of Springdale Appears in both civil and criminal court as required Investigates suspicious persons and activity Questions individuals to determine facts and to draw reasonable and logical conclusions Enforces the traffic code and directs/controls traffic Controls crowds at public events, demonstrations, and gatherings Follows up and records data on all previously reported crimes and accidents Serves and follows up on all lawfully executed warrants and processes, including subpoenas Cares for the welfare of prisoners Searches individuals in custody Follows all Department directives, regulations, procedures, and administrative memoranda May use physical force, less than lethal force, or lethal force to protect oneself or others, to maintain order, or to make an arrest Maintains proficiency with assigned equipment, including firearms Maintains positive public relations, including but not limited to discussing appropriate topics of interest with civic groups, students, and others Attends required training Performs any other duties accurately, efficiently, timely, and completely, as assigned

Requirements

Open to OPOTA-certified candidates
Currently employed full-time officers with a minimum of one (1) year of experience
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age
Must possess a valid driver’s license
Must meet the training standards for certification as a police officer as required by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Council
Knowledge of police procedures and techniques and the rules and regulations of the Police Department
Maintain the ability to use firearms and other police weapons to the Police Department’s standards
Ability to periodically engage in strenuous physical activity to make an arrest or to defend oneself or others
Knowledge of criminal law, criminal investigation, and crime prevention methods
Knowledge of traffic law, traffic investigation, and traffic enforcement/regulation methods 10. Knowledge of rules of evidence and laws governing search and seizure
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, City officials, and the general public
Knowledge of constitutional and civil rights laws
Ability to write and speak clearly and concisely
Ability to read, hear, comprehend, and react to oral instructions
Ability to drive an automobile and to maintain a valid driver’s license at all times
Ability to operate effectively under pressure with little supervision
Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule, including overtime as needed
Ability to swiftly and accurately deal with adverse situations in a legal and tactful manner
Must be able to provide creditable testimony

Responsibilities

Circulates throughout assigned patrol area to maintain law and order
Responds promptly to reports of crimes and citizen complaints
Interviews victims, witnesses, and suspects of crimes, accidents, and disturbances
Apprehends persons violating the statutes of the State of Ohio and the ordinances of the City of Springdale
Appears in both civil and criminal court as required
Investigates suspicious persons and activity
Questions individuals to determine facts and to draw reasonable and logical conclusions
Enforces the traffic code and directs/controls traffic
Controls crowds at public events, demonstrations, and gatherings
Follows up and records data on all previously reported crimes and accidents
Serves and follows up on all lawfully executed warrants and processes, including subpoenas
Cares for the welfare of prisoners
Searches individuals in custody
Follows all Department directives, regulations, procedures, and administrative memoranda
May use physical force, less than lethal force, or lethal force to protect oneself or others, to maintain order, or to make an arrest
Maintains proficiency with assigned equipment, including firearms
Maintains positive public relations, including but not limited to discussing appropriate topics of interest with civic groups, students, and others
Attends required training
Performs any other duties accurately, efficiently, timely, and completely, as assigned