Police Officer

City of Shawnee, OK • Shawnee, OK

279d • $19 - $22

About The Position

This is a non-exempt position performing law enforcement services and crime prevention. Works under the immediate direction of the shift Sergeant. Job descriptions may be modified based on City needs and employees may be required to perform functions beyond those described below and employees are 'at will employees' in that either party may terminate the employment relationship.

Requirements

• Must be not less than 21 nor more than 45 years of age at employment and a citizen of the United States.
• Must possess high school diploma or G.E.D. and a valid Oklahoma driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or have pending criminal actions. Must not be a present or recent user of controlled substances or have DUI, DWI, or reckless driving violations within last 5 years.
• Must demonstrate through background investigation, interviews, and other tests (including comprehension/aptitude tests, practical exams, MMPI-2/CPI or related psychological performance tests, polygraph, drug tests, etc.) that he/she is suited for the position of police officer.
• Must pass the state required police pension physical examination.
• Must satisfactorily complete 12 months as a probationary officer, obtain CLEET certification, complete written and knowledge requirements, obtain field experience under direct supervision of a field training officer, pass shooting qualifications, etc.

Responsibilities

• Enforces state and federal laws and City ordinances and traffic laws; and issues citations to violators of traffic laws.
• Patrols assigned areas of the City checking buildings, bars/clubs, residences, etc. for suspicious activity and handles situations according to procedures.
• Directs traffic in congested and emergency areas; reports safety hazards; responds to emergency calls; administers first aid; investigates cause and files accident reports; assists fire and EMS services as necessary.
• Investigates crime scenes; talks to or interviews witnesses, victims, and potential suspects; searches for and preserves evidence; participates in line-ups; makes oral or written reports such as criminal complaint forms or narrative reports; testifies in court.
• Makes arrests on criminal and traffic related offenses at the scene; executes search warrant and arrest after obtaining sufficient evidence to arrest; determines if a person is a danger to self or others and evaluates the mental stability of the individual.
• Speaks before citizens and citizen's groups; participates in various training sessions; communicates with other law enforcement personnel in various agencies including City Court personnel and District Attorney's office.
• May assist in jail responsibilities, booking and fingerprinting, dispatch, or animal control. May assist in diverse tasks involving the recognition, collection, and analysis of evidence and information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Starting at $19.87 if not certified or $22.05 if certified at date of hire.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED