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    Police Officer - Acworth, United States - City of Acworth

    City of Acworth
    City of Acworth Acworth, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Description
    Police Officer With

    Less than 5 years' Experience

    5 + years' Experience

    HS Diploma or Equivalent

    $55,251.56

    $56,637.88

    Associate Degree

    $56,637.88

    $58,046.56

    Bachelor's Degree

    $58,024.20

    $59,477.60

    Master's Degree

    $59,388.16

    $60,863.92

    Applicants for this position may have to complete a Physical Agility Test (PAT) that is now required by Georgia POST. This test is basically a timed obstacle course that must be completed in 2 minutes, six seconds or less. For more information, please visit:

    Position Summary
    This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property.

    Position Description
    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
    • Patrols the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations.
    • Responds to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service duties, stranded motorists, and others.
    • Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, and securing crime scenes.
    • Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; subpoenas witnesses.
    • Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary.
    • Assists motorists.
    • Provides traffic direction as needed for events such as parades, funerals, events, and school crossings.
    • Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary.
    • Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports.
    • Attends ongoing training.
    • Overtly displays a positive attitude that sincerely supports and encourages the betterment of the City of Acworth, the citizenry, city officials, supervision, counterparts, and subordinates.
    • Performs other related duties as assigned.
    KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
    • Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
    • Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures.
    • Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
    • Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
    • Skill in the use of a computer and job-related software systems.
    • Skill in operating police vehicles and emergency equipment.
    • Skill to meet qualification standards in the use of firearms.
    • Skill in operating radios and communications equipment.
    • Skill in operating speed detection equipment.
    • Skill in restraining persons without causing physical harm.
    • Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
    • Skill in oral and written communication.
    SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
    The Police Sergeant assigns work in terms of general instructions. Work is reviewed for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

    GUIDELINES
    Guidelines include state and federal laws, traffic laws, city ordinances, training manuals, and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

    COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
    • The work consists of related law enforcement duties. The varied nature of calls and the potential for emergencies contribute to the complexity of the work.
    • The purpose of this position is to protect life and property and enforce federal, state, and local laws. Successful performance contributes to the detection and deterrence of crime and to the protection of life and property.
    CONTACTS
    • Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, other emergency service providers, court system personnel, attorneys, judges, medical personnel, law enforcement officers from other agencies, and the general public.
    • Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, interview persons, and resolve problems.
    PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
    • The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, running, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee must occasionally lift light or heavy objects, use equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguish between shades of color, and use the physical force necessary to arrest and restrain persons.
    • The work is performed indoors, in a vehicle, and outdoors. The employee may be exposed to inclement weather, infectious diseases, and life-threatening situations. The work requires the use of specialized law enforcement equipment.
    SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
    None.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    • Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
    • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
    • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
    • Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
    The qualifications listed above represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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