Police Officer - Patrol

City of Richmond Hill, Georgia • Richmond Hill, GA

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About The Position

This position performs police work involving the protection of life and property, the enforcement of laws, and the investigation of crime.

Requirements

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
• Knowledge of city geography and road systems.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal laws.
• Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
• Skill in the safe operation of a motor vehicle while monitoring area for suspicious and/or criminal activity and during emergency situations.
• Skill in first aid and CPR applications.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of firearms and other weapons and in the use of physical force.
• Skill in observing and accurately recalling details.
• Skill in operating a computer and other electronic devices.
• Skill in multi-tasking.
• Skill in making rapid judgment calls and in problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Answers calls relayed by a dispatcher, to include: domestic disputes, burglaries, suspicious characters, traffic accidents, etc.
• Patrols assigned geographical area of the city in order to monitor businesses, residences and public areas.
• Writes reports and completes forms, including incident and accident reports.
• Apprehends and cites traffic law violators; directs traffic in congested areas as needed.
• Provides first aid and CPR as needed.
• Executes search and arrest warrants.
• Testifies in judicial proceedings when necessary.
• Assists other departmental units and other law enforcement agencies as requested.
• Secures and preserves the scenes of crimes and fatal traffic accidents until appropriate support units arrive and assists with investigation.
• Performs public service duties, such as assisting lost and stranded motorists, entering locked cars, providing transportation to citizens in need, etc.
• Arrests and takes prisoners into custody; processes persons arrested.
• Inspects weapons and patrol car; monitors patrol car maintenance.
• Assists with local school functions.
• Provides courtroom security.
• Participates in special duty assignments.
• Performs related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED