Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
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Assists newly sworn police officers with all facets of job orientation;
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Patrols assigned area on foot, by motorcycle or in patrol car, to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order, and answer calls and complaints;
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Answers radio-dispatched or citizens' requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances;
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Familiarizes self with beat and with persons living in area;
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Investigates illegal or suspicious activities, persons, and establishments; and quells disturbances;
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Locates, searches, detains, and arrests law violators, following recognized police procedures;
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Displays promptness for all duty assignments, i.e., roll call, and scheduled court hearings;
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Interviews and questions victims, witnesses, and suspects;
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Gathers and preserves evidence;
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Performs first aid and provides other assistance to accident and other victims;
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Investigates causes and results of incidents/accidents;
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Directs and controls traffic;
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Issues written citations for traffic and other minor violations;
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Operates police communication and computer equipment to obtain, disseminate, and report information;
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Attends community meetings to discuss crime prevention activities and crime problems;
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Writes detailed incident, investigation, activity, and other reports;
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Testifies in court to present evidence by describing conditions, situations, and actions;
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Retired sworn Police Officer under the optional retirement of the Metropolitan Police Department
INCUMBENT MUST
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Possess a valid driver’s license prior to appointment and during tenure of employment.
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Pass a medical examination, including being of proportionate weight and height.
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Pass a psychological examination and drug-screening test.
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Pass a thorough background investigation.
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Possess a high moral character for carrying out law enforcement duties.
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Must be a United States citizen.
This position is designated as “essential”.