Patrol Officer

Police Officer

This position is responsible for the protection of life and property through the enforcement of local ordinances, state and federal law, and by monitoring and regulating traffic through enforcement or other means, as needed. Incumbent will be responsible for these duties in a designated area of the city. Work is usually performed under close supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures. Assignments are given by superior officer. Work is usually reviewed for adherence to standards and through reports and accomplishment of desired results.

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

The following minimum qualifications have been identified by subject matter experts (SME'S) who have supervised this position or functioned in the position; they are based upon job analysis information supplied by these SME'S. However, if a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job although he/she does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the Human Resource Director, in writing, identifying the related education and experience which demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. If a candidate believes he/she needs a reasonable accommodation to meet these minimum qualifications or, if called for an interview, to attend such an interview, the candidate must notify the Human Resource Director, in writing, of the need for the accommodation and identify the specific accommodation requested.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others. Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively, and to determine proper course of action to be taken, with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, and to prepare clear and comprehensive written reports. Working knowledge of occupational hazards involved in the work and safety precautions for safe performance of the job. Ability to remember names, faces and details of incidents. Ability to develop skill in the use and care of firearms. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations as necessitated by work assignments Ability to learn a wide variety of police officer duties and methods within a reasonable working test period. Ability to meet such medical, and physical standards, as may be prescribed. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Mississippi drivers' license. Be age 21 years or older. Certification by the Mississippi State Board of Law Enforcement Standards and Training is desired, but not required.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job-related physical demands may be added to these by the City of Ridgeland if the need arises. Corrective devices may be used to meet these physical requirements. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.