Police Officer
About The Position
A Police Officer is a non-exempt, entry-level law enforcement officer in the Police Department. The work of a commissioned Police Officer involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the general enforcement of laws and ordinances. Law enforcement work does involve an element of personal danger. The Officer must be able to exercise sound independent judgment under stress. Work assignments may be general or specific and instructions are received from a supervisor who reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspection and discussion.
Requirements
- Minimum of 21 years of age and no older than 45 years of age.
- Possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Pass the Muskogee Police Department's written examination.
- Pass the Muskogee Police Department's physical agility examination.
- Be able to pass the Oklahoma Police Pension and Retirement System's medical standards.
- Pass all psychological examinations required by the Department.
- Successfully complete state certification.
Nice To Haves
- Internal candidates must receive at least an "average" on each rating on the internal evaluation form.
- If the internal candidate received a written reprimand their application will not be considered for six (6) months.
- If the internal candidate received a suspension or demotion their application will not be considered for twelve (12) months.
Responsibilities
- Enforces city ordinances, state and federal laws.
- Performs those tasks and duties deemed necessary by the Chief of Police or his designee in accomplishing the police mission and achieving the goals of the Muskogee Police Department.
- Patrols the city in a police vehicle in order to enforce laws, prevent crime and preserve order.
- Protects and rescues the public from criminal activity, hazards of traffic and dangers of natural phenomena.
- Directs the flow of traffic, enforces traffic laws and regulations, investigates traffic accidents.
- Accepts assignments in the patrol, investigative and services divisions as necessary.
- Serves as a member of the Special Operations Team or Negotiations Team, K-9 Team, Mounted Patrol, undercover unit, investigative unit as assigned.
- Works in uniform or plain clothes as designated.
- Writes reports, makes arrests, transports prisoners and conducts investigations into criminal activity.
- Utilizes a variety of Department forms and documents.
- Serves warrants.
- Testifies in court.
- May be responsible for training of new Police Officers and preparing evaluation reports.
- Performs related duties as required.
- Assignments may include work on special tasks, which call upon specialized abilities and knowledge possessed by the Officer.
- Uniformed Patrol Division
- Investigations Division
- Headquarters Division
- Member of the Special Operations Team
- Member of Special Investigation Unit
- Police Community Relations
- Works in uniform or plain clothes as required or designated.
- Performs related duties, as required.
Benefits
- Hiring incentive is being offered to newly hired City of Muskogee Police Officers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
