Police Officer Recruit

To attend a P.O.S.T. certified police academy for law enforcement training required for appointment as a sworn Police Officer; and to perform a variety of non-sworn activities and technical tasks in support of the Department.

  

Knowledge of: Modern office procedures and methods. English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation. Skill to:  Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software.  Operate a motor vehicle safely. Ability to: Successfully complete the P.O.S.T. training program for entry level Police Officers. Learn and understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Learn to use and properly care for firearms. Observe accurately and remember names, faces, numbers, incidents and places. Respond to requests and inquiries from the general public. Meet the physical requirements established by the Department. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

 

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment:  Work in an emergency peace control environment. Work involves driving a police vehicle with periods of walking, climbing stairs, running, standing, stooping, climbing, bending, and kneeling. Work in inclement weather conditions; exposure to dust, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and noise. May be exposed to toxic chemicals or fumes or possible explosions. Exposure to stressful and dangerous situations. High risk of injury due to exposure to violent people and situations, especially while in uniform and armed. Light lifting and investigation in confined areas.   Operate firearms. Availability for shift work including weekend and holidays, overtime, on-call, and stand-by call.