CERTIFIED PATROL OFFICER

City of Brandon•Brandon, MS

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About The Position

Individual performs general, technical & investigative law enforcement duties to protect life and property while enforcing City's laws and orders.

Requirements

Minimum High school graduate or GED
Police academy graduate within the first year of employment
Knowledge of modern principles, law enforcement and limitations of departmental authority
Knowledge of federal, state, and municipal criminal laws, codes, and ordinances
Working knowledge of equipment, tools, and vehicle
Knowledge of City personnel policy and the department's GOG
Perform and take risks in dangerous situations serve the public, responsible for their general safety.
Organization and record keeping skills.
Skills in use of variety of firearms; accurate marksman in stressful situations & care of firearm
Problem-solver
Able to think, then quickly and calmly in developing and/or emergency situations.
Able to maintain composure with people in heated, difficult situations.
Able to analyze situations quickly and objectively.
Able to meet and effectively deal with public officials and citizens and to exercise tact and courtesy with the public.
Able to express ideas clearly and concisely -both oral and in writing.
Successful applicants will have NO previous convictions for felony crimes, or misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence or possession of illegal narcotics. Applicants must also have a social security card, valid driver’s license, and a clean driving record with no convictions for DUI.
Certified applicants will agree to participate in
Drug screen to include the presence of steroids
Physical and psychological examination
Thorough background investigation
Interviews with the Chief of Police, Assistant Chief of Police, and Mayor
Able to meet medical and physical standards as required by MS Police Academy.
Require considerable physical stamina in working in dangerous/hazardous conditions.
Work may require strenuous exertion under adverse conditions as well as periods of extended periods with little diversion.
Vision: able to perceive & discern objects with eye including reports, maps, vehicles, etc.
Motor coordination: eye-hand coordination. Requires use of fingers and hands to work radio & telephone; equipment controls; hand arms. Will frequently stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch or bend.
Speaking/Hearing: ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening. Presentation skills required to speak to civic & school groups about crime prevention.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas and beats of City to protect life and property; to preserve law and order; prevent or discover crime and to assure law enforcement activity efficiency; enforce traffic and parking regulations; and enforce MS state code and city ordinances.
Conduct preliminary investigations of crimes, accidents, and other minor criminal activities; search for and preserve evidence at the crime scene; questions suspects, witnesses, and victims; make arrests if necessary.
Exercise attention to detail in criminal/accident reports
Interacts positively with the public.
Able to observe an area; identify colors; judge space & distance and vehicle speed.
Transport prisoners: act as court bailiffs and may testify in court.
Make suggestions to superiors to improve and/or enhance operating policies and procedures; implement and enforce departmental directives.
Respond to calls and complaints involving fires, vehicle accidents, robberies and other types of misdemeanors and felonies.
To assist in presentations and educational programs to the public and other government officials about police function and enforcement.
Accurately prepare written reports and other forms; write violation citations; perform minor clerical duties.
Check equipment and vehicles for operational efficiency and safety prior to use.
Maintain confidentiality and professional management of privileged information.
Practice safety measures
INCUMBENT PERFORMS OTHER JOB-RELATED TASKS AS ASSIGNED AND REQUIRED; ANY DUTIES/TASKS INCLUDED IN THE EMPLOYEE'S PERFORMANCE EVALUATION ELEMENTS ARE ESSENTIAL TO THAT EMPLOYEES POSITION WITHIN THE JOB CLASSIFICATION.