Police Officer

Police Officer- Full Time

Job Description

 

Purpose

Law enforcement services are provided 24/7/365. Schedules require shift work, which

may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call hours, based on the needs of

the department. The position of Police Officer is a regular, full-time position, providing

law enforcement and service-related duties for the City of Demorest, Georgia

community and assisting other local agencies in a mutual aid related status.

 

Work involves knowledge of federal laws, state laws, and local ordinances, in addition to

the policies and procedures of the Demorest Police Department. Employees assigned to

this position must be able to demonstrate the ability to exercise independent judgment

and decision making within the limits prescribed by laws, rules, regulations, policies,

and procedures. Work requires dedication to public service, which is often accompanied

by emotional and/or physical stress from rapidly evolving events. The employee

must be able to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

 

Supervision is provided by the Chief of Police and other departmental personnel within

the chain of command. Under the direction of the Police Chief, this position

will report to a designated chain of command.

 

Key Functions

 

·         Patrol

·         Law Enforcement

·         Community Policing

·         Investigation

·         Report Writing

·         Communication

 

Essential Responsibilities

 

·         Conduct vehicle and foot patrols of assigned areas, to include building and business checks. Such patrols are intended to facilitate the detection and deterrence of crime, criminal activity, and suspicious activity within the city limits.

·         Answer calls for service involving the protection of life and/or property, as well as the enforcement of local and State laws/ordinances.

·         Direct traffic, including the regulation of vehicle and pedestrian flow at times of emergencies or congestion.

·         Testify in court in conjunction with criminal prosecution.

·         Handle situations firmly, courteously and tactfully, with respect for the rights of others.

·         Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine the proper course of action.

·         Obtain information through investigation, interview, interrogation, and observation.

·         Provide adequate documentation of public safety actions, including the authoring of incident reports, accident reports, arrest and booking reports, use of force reports, supplemental reports, traffic citations, and other documents related to safety and security initiatives in the City. Such documentation may include written reports, diagrams, sketches, and other representations of report circumstances.

·         Assist other agencies/departments as needed when requested.

·         Other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Requirements

 

·         Must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle, including for the purposes of emergency response.

·         Must have the ability to walk, run, jump, navigate a variety of terrains, and sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.

• Must possess mental acuity for attention to accuracy and detail.
• Must hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.  

·         Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills.

·         Must possess operational knowledge of common office equipment, to include computers, telecommunications systems, and fax machines.

·         Must possess a high school diploma or accredited GED equivalent.

·         Must have 2 years of work history, not necessarily in a related field, OR a combination of educational attainment and work history.

·         Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain certification as a peace officer pursuant to the rules of the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council.

·         Must possess a valid driver’s license.

·         Must be able to successfully pass a comprehensive background check, pursuant to recommendations from the Georgia Association of Chiefs of Police.

·         Requirements may include, but are not limited to an oral interview, a state and federal criminal history check, a nationwide sex offender search, a social security number check, a credit history check, a medical examination, a drug screening, a psychological screening, a polygraph examination, an employment history check, and the verification of at least three professional/personal references.

 

This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.

 

City of Demorest is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act & Accommodations Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please contact the City Clerk at 706-778-4202.

 

Please submit your resume and applicatoion to cchastain@cityofdemorest.org.