Police Officer

Job Summary General police functions in the prevention of crime, protection of life and property, and apprehension of criminal offenders through the enforcement of laws and ordinances, and the maintenance of community order through the performance of numerous human services as well as providing general information and assistance to the public. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Patrols and prevents crime and answers a wide variety of calls and complaints, and arrests those engaged in any violation of a criminal law or ordinance. Maintains community order by responding to calls and situations which may escape from minor disputes (social crises or personal problems) to community disorders and resolves these, insofar as possible through application of personal skills or through referral to appropriate social agencies. Enforces traffic laws and investigates traffic accidents. Directs traffic. Answers questions asked by the public and gives directions. Issues summonses and warnings and serves subpoenas and warrants. Assists in controlling crowds. Testifies in court. Checks doors and windows of commercial establishments after closing hours. Performs duties and assignments in coordination with the investigation division. Prepares reports and records of assigned duties. Utilizes firearms, communications equipment, electronic detectors, audio visual equipment and similar devices. Oversees custody, care, and control of prisoner, explains laws, ordinances, and general information to citizens. Conducts investigations at the scene of a crime or accident. Preserves and correlates evidence. Locates witnesses. Issues citations and makes arrests, participates in crime control duties. May be assigned to serve as a training officer. Transports and receives property, evidence, and prisoners. Advise and counsel elderly and indigent persons. Maintains surveillance of known criminals or persons suspected of criminal activities. Interrogates suspects. Prepares cases against suspects. Investigates cases of juvenile delinquency and submits reports to juvenile court. Assists in the supervision of juveniles held in custody. Coordinates and functions with other operational units and serves as a part of such units when assigned. Responsible for assigned police cruiser. NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position. Education and Experience Requirements High school diploma or GED and valid Florida Driver’s License. Two year college degree or three years of police experience. Meet requirements of State Police Minimum Standards as authorized in F.S. 943.13. Must meet requirements of periodic in‑service training and weaponry qualifications. Benefits Competitive wages, comprehensive benefits plans, supplemental plans, Employee Assistance Program, deferred compensation options, evolving employee engagement, development, and advocacy strategies. #J-18808-Ljbffr