General Definition of Work
Performs work patrolling the city, responding to calls for service to reduce crime and enforce all local, state, and federal laws and ordinances, investigating criminal disturbances and traffic stops, increasing community safety, preparing reports, maintaining records and files, and related work as apparent or assigned.
Work is performed under the direction of the Police Corporal, Sergeant, and/or Lieutenant.
Essential Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
· Patrols the City and maintains law and order by responding to 911 calls, calls for service, crime scenes, medical emergencies, in-progress crimes, and motor vehicle crashes.
· Investigates criminal disturbances and conducts traffic stops; follows up on cases as needed.
· Collects and processes physical evidence from crime scenes; labels and books evidence; prepares technical reports for use in court; testifies in court as required.
· Attends on-going training; maintains certifications.
· Prepares reports and maintains records and files.
· Establishes and maintains communications with fellow officers, patrons, and perpetrators.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School diploma or GED and at least 21 years.
Special Qualifications
· Completion of Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) program upon hire.
· Possession of Firearms Certification through a Missouri POST-approved training provider upon hire.
· Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for the position.
· May require possession of, or ability to obtain, specific licenses and/or certifications depending on departmental assignment.
· A valid state-issued driver license.
