POLICE OFFICER

Law Enforcement OfficerThis position is responsible for protecting life and property and enforcing laws.Major duties include:Performing traffic direction and control at special events; enforcing traffic law violations; investigating traffic accidents and producing data to identify high crash and high violation areas.Maintaining the Alco Sensor IV breath alcohol instrument as assigned; providing written records of the instrument's maintenance to the Department of Health.Preparing required reports for accidents, arrests, and other incidents.Conducting public and department education by making public appearances as requested.Answering calls for service; making arrests; transporting prisoners; serving warrants; patrolling business and residential areas.Performing documentation; preparing paperwork; conducting follow-up investigations; packaging and logging evidence; booking and bonding prisoners.Maintaining equipment, vehicle, and uniform.Performing community policing activities.Inspecting residents for wanted parties.Providing ATM escort for banks.Distributing inmate meals and providing inmate transport.Serving as School Resource Officer as assigned.Testifying in court.Serving as DARE Officer and/or coordinating DARE program as assigned.Participating in or coordinating department training activities.Assisting in maintaining accreditation files.Performing other related duties as assigned.Knowledge required by the position includes:Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.Knowledge of the principles and practices of the criminal justice system.Knowledge of standard investigation techniques.Skill in the operation of vehicles and specialized equipment.Skill in self-defense techniques and the operation of firearms.Skill in performing criminal investigations.Skill in the use of computers and various software programs.Skill in oral and written communication.Minimum qualifications include:Must be at least 21 years of age.Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent. Two years of college or military experience preferred.Missouri POST certification.Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Missouri for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Missouri.Additional training required after hire.Build and maintain tactful, effective/positive working relationship with co-workers, other city employees, and the public.Foster and contribute to a work environment that supports and exhibits honesty, diversity, integrity, trust and respect.Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality