Police Officer/School Resource Officer (SRO)

Shelby•Shelby, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs protective service work patrolling the City, responding to service requests, enforcing laws and ordinances, making arrests, testifying in court, preparing records and files, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Police Sergeant.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) certification upon hire.
May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment.
Must meet and maintain all department, State, and Federal training and education requirements for position.
Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.
Some knowledge of police methods, practices, and procedures.
Some knowledge of the geography of the City and location of important buildings.
Some knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police department.
Skill in the use of firearms and the operation of an automobile.
Skill in the use of personal computers, associated software packages, hardware, and peripheral equipment.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to prepare clear and comprehensive reports.
Ability to deal courteously, but firmly with the public.
Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other department staff, legal personnel, law enforcement personnel, schools, businesses, and the general public.

Responsibilities

On an assigned shift, operates a patrol vehicle, bicycle, or walks to observe for violations of traffic laws, suspicious activities or persons, and disturbances of law and order.
Responds to radio dispatches and answers calls and complaints; issues traffic citations; serves warrants, summons, etc.
Interviews victims and witnesses to obtain additional necessary information regarding crime, accident, violation, etc.
Assists with investigating crimes; assists with evidence collection; conducts searches.
Makes arrests and testifies in court.
Provides police escorts, directs traffic.
Performs residential and commercial checks.
Attempts to reduce law infractions and accidents through high visibility.
Prepares detailed reports on activities and assignments; fills out arrest records, fingerprints, photographs, etc.
Ensures vehicle is properly maintained and performs vehicle inspections.
Participates in a variety of in-service and special training programs.
Assists other law enforcement agencies when requested or assigned.
May be assigned to criminal investigations, crime prevention, K-9, school resource officer, community policing, narcotics, or other technical or special support operations.