Police Officer II

Fulton County•Various Locations In Fulton County, GA

1d•$63,000

About The Position

This classified position in the Fulton County Police Department protects life and property, deters criminal activity, and enforces local, state, and federal laws, statutes, and regulations. It is distinguished from Police Officer I by requiring at least two years of law enforcement experience. The starting salary is $63,000.00. The officer patrols assigned areas, responds to dispatched calls and emergencies, prevents and investigates crimes, apprehends and processes offenders, assists the public and other agencies, and performs rescue functions when needed. The role includes preparing reports and cases, participating in court proceedings, communicating with the public and partner agencies, maintaining assigned vehicles and equipment, and attending required training. Duties may also include internal or major-crime investigations, recruitment assistance, crime-prevention training, neighborhood-watch meetings, and school visits, depending on assignment. Applicants must meet Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements and pass the specified selection checks and examinations. The selection process may take two to six months, and any pre-employment factor may disqualify a candidate. Qualifying veterans receive a guaranteed interview invitation when they meet the minimum qualifications; this preference applies to initial appointment only.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, supplemented by two years of experience with a law-enforcement agency with full arrest powers, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must possess and maintain POST Law Enforcement certification.
Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License; the license must be valid at the time of appointment.
Must be at least 20 years of age.
Must submit to and pass a psychological profile test, physical agility test, polygraph examination, drug test, and background investigation.
Background investigation may include criminal-history, driver-history, financial/credit, court, previous-employment, and character/social-acquaintance checks.
Must meet Georgia POST qualifications, including U.S. citizenship; a high school diploma or recognized equivalent (military GED certificates must be evaluated and approved by POST); required criminal-record and fingerprint checks; and good moral character.
Must complete an oral interview with the hiring authority or designated representatives.
Must be found, following examination by a licensed physician of the Fulton County Health and Wellness Department, free from physical, emotional, or mental conditions that might adversely affect peace-officer duties.
Must successfully complete the job-related academy entrance examination administered under applicable requirements.
Must demonstrate proficiency in performing essential functions and the ability to learn, comprehend, and apply county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
Application must document the required qualifications. If selected, official accredited college transcripts are required at employment for degrees or coursework used to qualify.

Nice To Haves

Qualifying veteran status provides a guaranteed invitation to interview for positions for which the veteran applied and met the minimum qualifications; preference applies to initial appointment only.
Prior military competencies and transferable skills identified by the employer include leadership under pressure, operational planning and execution, adaptability and problem-solving, teamwork and communication, safety and risk awareness, and technical and equipment proficiency.

Responsibilities

Enforce applicable traffic and criminal codes, ordinances, laws, and regulations to protect life and property, prevent crime, and promote security.
Patrol designated areas by vehicle or on foot; inspect properties for security concerns; respond to alarms; and maintain visibility in the community.
Respond to dispatched calls, including disputes, assaults, burglaries, thefts, traffic accidents, searches, rescue operations, and other emergencies or public-service requests.
Prevent or discover crimes; write citations; pursue, apprehend, arrest, and process offenders; assist with booking; and transport prisoners or other individuals as required.
Conduct preliminary investigations by interviewing victims, complainants, and witnesses; taking statements; gathering information and evidence; securing crime scenes; and preparing reports and sketches.
Participate in court activities, prepare cases for prosecution, review and maintain reports, meet with attorneys, and testify in judicial proceedings.
Perform rescue functions at accidents, emergencies, and disasters, including moving people from danger, securing or evacuating areas, administering medical aid, and extinguishing small fires.
Provide assistance and backup to other officers and agencies, including emergency response as needed.
Establish roadblocks; administer roadside field sobriety tests; identify wanted persons and vehicles; impound vehicles; assist stranded motorists; and clear roadway hazards.
Investigate accidents and reported crimes; conduct searches; pursue and subdue resisting suspects; and process and transport prisoners.
Communicate with command and supervisory personnel during emergency responses and critical incidents.
Inspect and maintain assigned police vehicles, uniforms, weapons, and equipment; follow safety procedures; and drive safely under varied conditions, including emergency situations.
Research criminal histories and locate individuals using computers; respond to law-enforcement-related complaints and questions; mediate disputes; and initiate problem resolution.
Build positive public relations and provide public education about laws, law enforcement, crime prevention, drug abuse, and related issues.
Maintain work records, logs, files, manuals, policies, bulletins, maps, and other reference materials.
Communicate by telephone and two-way radio, including effectively transmitting and receiving information over law-enforcement radio channels.
Attend shift meetings, training sessions, and seminars; keep current with departmental operations, policies, procedures, laws, and case law; read professional literature; and maintain professional affiliations.
Review, prepare, process, and maintain operational documentation, including logs, evidence sheets, criminal-history reports, warrants, subpoenas, accident and incident reports, property and evidence records, citations, and booking sheets.
Operate and maintain law-enforcement equipment and technology, including vehicles, firearms, tasers, emergency equipment, radios, computers, and general office equipment.
Communicate and coordinate with supervisors, officers, dispatchers, other agencies, emergency personnel, court officials, attorneys, members of the public, and other relevant parties.
Depending on assignment, conduct internal or major-crime investigations, assist with police recruitment, provide crime-prevention training, participate in neighborhood-watch meetings, or visit schools.
Perform other related duties as required.