Police Officer Recruit - Port Wentworth, United States - City of Port Wentworth

City of Port Wentworth
City of Port Wentworth
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Port Wentworth, United States

1 month ago

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The City of Port Wentworth provides 100% family medical coverage, Vision, and Dental coverage at cost to the employee, 457(B) program, Paid POAB (Police Officer Annuity and Benefit(s)), $50 night shift differential per shift worked, Longevity pay at $150 per year up to 25 years and a take home vehicle (35 miles from city limits) once the FTO (Field Training) is successfully completed.


The Port Wentworth Police Department is located at 323 Cantyre Street, Port Wentworth, GA 31407, Phone# If chosen the applicant(s) must submit to an extensive background check, polygraph examination, health/drug screening (hair follicle test).

Applicants will also be required to run and pass the GPSTC PAT (physical agility test) which is required by the Police Academy for admittance.


A City Employment Application with references must be completed and submitted to the Port Wentworth Police Department, Attn: Training and Recruitment Unit, 323 Cantyre Street, Port Wentworth, GA Applications will be accepted until the position(s) are filled.

The City of Port Wentworth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


JOB SUMMARY**Under supervision, attends a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified Basic Recruit Academy and trains with assigned personnel to provide direct public safety services to the citizens of the City of Port Wentworth to ensure the enforcement of all Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances. This is an entry level position without peace officer powers, rights, or privileges within the Port Wentworth Police Department. Upon successful completion of the required course of study, incumbents may be accepted as a sworn Peace Officer of the Port Wentworth Police Department for the preservation of public peace, prevention of crimes, and protection of life and property.


The principal function of an employee in this class is to attend a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified Basic Recruit Academy and to train with assigned personnel to provide direct public safety services to the citizens of the City of Port Wentworth to ensure the enforcement of all Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances.

The work is performed under the supervision and direction of assigned personnel, but some leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative.

The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned supervisor(s), training academy officials, Police Chief, other Command Officers and City personnel, elected and appointed officials, representatives of Federal, State, and County, and the general public.

The principal duties of this class are performed in a variety of emergency and non-emergency situations which may involve exposure to potential personal danger.


MAJOR DUTIES**- Attends a P. O. S. T. Certified Basic Academy to obtain classroom and practical education in the justice system, applicable civil and criminal laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.

  • Trains and studies with police equipment and other training personnel to develop and maintain competency and proficiency.
  • Assists in the enforcement of all local, State, and Federal laws within the jurisdiction of the city.
  • Assists in patrolling assigned areas of responsibility to prevent and reduce criminal activity.
  • Assists in providing information and assistance to motorists, pedestrians, and the public as it relates to law enforcement functions.
  • Assists in preparing reports on accidents, incidents, and arrests.
  • Assists in the enforcement of all traffic laws and issues citations for violations
  • Informs supervising officers of any unusual or difficult
  • May provide emergency medical attention to citizens when responding to calls for
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such
  • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audiovisual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work
  • Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely
  • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
  • Performs all other duties contained in the Port Wentworth Police Department's Job Description as

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION**- Knowledge of general social problems of the community

  • Knowledge of law enforcement equipment, weapons, and emergency policies
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of safe driving
  • Knowledge of basic writing skills and the English language, principles and methodology of research, and writing related reports.
  • Ability to successfu
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