Police Officer (Certified)

CITY OF MABLETON•Mableton, GA

41d•$32 - $35

About The Position

The Police Officer protects life and property and promotes a safe environment within the City of Mableton. The position performs a broad range of law enforcement duties to prevent and reduce crime, respond to incidents, and support public safety, contributing to community safety, reduced victimization, and public trust and security. The officer patrols assigned areas, responds to calls, conducts preliminary investigations, and takes appropriate enforcement action under applicable laws and departmental policies. Duties also include security checks, enforcement of laws and ordinances, processing arrested persons, preparing reports, responding to emergencies, assisting victims, locating suspects and witnesses, serving legal documents, supporting public events and incident scenes, providing mutual aid, and appearing in court. The officer participates in roll call, inspections, and mandatory training, and may perform specialized assignments, serve as a Field Training Officer, and take part in community outreach. Work is performed primarily in an office environment or in varied field and office settings, with possible exposure to dangerous and life-threatening situations. The officer must be willing to carry a firearm on and off duty, work any hour or shift, overtime, weekends, holidays, and on call, and work anywhere in the City or travel for specific assignments. The role requires visual and auditory capabilities, clear speech, the ability to identify smells, prolonged sitting or standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, crouching, coordinated movements, and lifting and carrying supplies averaging 50 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Georgia driver’s license.
Must be a United States citizen and legally eligible for employment in the United States.
Current Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification, maintained for at least three years; must meet requirements to maintain certification throughout employment.
Successful completion of the pre-employment process, including oral interview, background check, criminal records and traffic history check, medical and drug screening, and polygraph evaluation.
Successful completion of Police Academy or proof of previous completion.
Proficiency in Google Workspace applications.
Knowledge of law enforcement concepts and terminology, criminal investigations, crime prevention, report writing, records management, first aid, crisis intervention, crowd control, and relevant human behavior principles.
Knowledge of applicable laws, court decisions, and legal procedures, including search and seizure, arrest procedures, rights of suspects and prisoners, evidence handling, investigations, and court processes.
Knowledge of the safe use and effects of law enforcement equipment, including firearms, defensive tactics, and physical restraint techniques.
Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; read maps, diagrams, reports, and technical documents; and gather, analyze, and evaluate facts and evidence.
Ability to observe, recall, and document detailed information and prepare accurate reports and organized case files.
Effective verbal and written communication, professionalism, tact, and cultural awareness when interacting with diverse individuals and groups.
Sound independent judgment and the ability to respond quickly, calmly, and effectively in emergency and high-stress situations.
Ability to operate computers, software systems, and other job-related technology and accurately follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work rotating shifts and varying schedules, including weekends and holidays, and to be on call as required.
Ability to meet the described visual, auditory, speech, mobility, coordination, and lifting demands of the position.
Willingness to carry a firearm on and off the job and be mentally and physically capable of using deadly force when justified.
Willingness to work any hour of the day or night, overtime, weekends, holidays, and on call; work at any City location; and travel on specific assignments.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Criminal Justice, Criminology, or a relevant field.
City or county personnel or civil service experience.
Prior experience as a certified law enforcement officer or equivalent public safety experience.
Demonstrated experience in community policing, patrol operations, or related law enforcement assignments.
Strong communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
Additional relevant certifications, specialized training, or military service experience.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Patrol assigned areas and respond to dispatched calls to maintain law and order and protect life and property.
Conduct preliminary investigations and take appropriate enforcement action in accordance with laws and departmental policies.
Conduct proactive security checks of businesses, parks, public buildings, residential areas, and industrial sites.
Enforce local, state, and federal laws by issuing citations and warnings and making arrests for traffic violations, criminal offenses, and municipal ordinance violations.
Process arrested persons according to established procedures, ensuring proper custody, documentation, and compliance with rights requirements.
Prepare timely, clear, and accurate incident, accident, and supplemental reports; report hazards and request corrective action or assistance as needed.
Respond to natural and man-made emergencies by assessing conditions, stabilizing scenes, and providing support.
Assist victims by providing information about rights, aiding injured people, and coordinating with EMS and other emergency services.
Locate suspects, defendants, and witnesses; serve warrants and legal documents; and assist with apprehension efforts.
Assist with crowd control, traffic direction, and security at public events, demonstrations, and active incident scenes.
Provide mutual aid and backup support to officers and other agencies during routine operations, critical incidents, and high-risk situations.
Appear and testify in municipal, state, superior, juvenile, and administrative court proceedings as required.
Participate in daily roll call, inspections, and mandatory training to maintain certification and proficiency.
Perform specialized assignments as directed, including court or municipal building security, inmate transport, administrative support, and investigative assistance.
May serve as a Field Training Officer and participate in community engagement and outreach activities.