Police Officer

City of Huron, SD•Huron, SD

66d

About The Position

Under the general, and occasional, direct supervision of the Patrol Sergeant, or Captain, is responsible for protecting the law-abiding citizen and enforcing the law through ongoing police work in the City. Work varies, exercising judgment within well established procedures and standards.

Requirements

Must be a high school graduate or its equivalent, 21 years of age or older, two year technical degree in law enforcement or related field desired
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain a South Dakota Law Enforcement Certificate within one (1) year of employment
Must maintain all required Certifications during employment through continuing education and training programs
Possession of a valid South Dakota operator's license
Must be able to perform those duties normally associated with law enforcement work
Abilities to investigate, interrogate, evaluate, and document evidence in accidents, crimes, and other incidents within the police department operations
The physical requirements include sitting, walking, stooping, bending, running short distances, restraining, talking and hearing with clarity, viewing, climbing, crawling, ability to handle stress, and may be required to lift up to 75 pounds (greater with assistance)
In the event of an emergency, must be able to lift up to own body weight
May be exposed to dangerous life threatening situations, hazardous materials and infectious disease
Must possess a South Dakota Law Enforcement Certificate, or have the ability to obtain a Certificate within one (1) year of employment; and a valid South Dakota Operator's License