Police Officer

Primary Objective of Position

This position is responsible during a specified period of time, for the maintenance of order, enforcement of laws, and protection of life and property. This position also assists in the investigation of criminal offenses, accidents, and other police-related problems. Communicates with: Internally – All staff, City Council Externally – General public, County staff Supervision: None.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Work Functions:

• Performs community patrol: Operates a patrol vehicle; observes and enforces violations of parking and traffic laws and city code violations; responds to reports of suspicious activities or persons and disturbances of law and order; responds to radio dispatches; conducts security checks on businesses, schools and other buildings; and answers calls, questions and complaints.
• Enforces criminal and traffic laws; issues citations for traffic violations; assists motorists in distress.
• Arrests offenders, utilizing reasonable force if necessary; and transports suspects to the jail.
• Provides first response medical treatment at injury scenes.
• Investigates crime and accident scenes: gathers, processes and stores evidence; interviews suspects; takes victim and witness statements.
• Provides testimony in court.
• Serves as mental health first responder, mediator, and ensures continuity of care through the mental health system.
• Ensures vehicle and equipment are in proper working order.
• Assists in and attends ongoing training in procedures, tactics, weapons, computer systems, and related subjects.
• Coordinates with other shifts and law enforcement agencies.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports.

• Performs related work as required.
• Ensures established programs for law enforcement and public service are achieved and implemented.
• Opportunities are taken to promote a favorable image of the department and create good public relations through civic groups and other presentations in the community.
• Ensures provided services consistently command the confidence and respect of the community.

Minimum Qualifications / Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Minimum Qualifications of Education and Experience:

Two (2) year community college degree or vocational school training in police sciences, law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, or related field. Completion of the basic law enforcement training academy or equivalent.

Bachelor's degree in police science, law enforcement, criminal justice, public administration, or related field. One (1) year experience in law enforcement, either as a sworn, non-sworn, or volunteer position. Fluent in a second language. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Valid MN Driver's license. Peace Officers Standards and Training License or Basic Law Enforcement Training certification. Must meet all state-mandated and employer-required certifications, medical, psychological, and other requirements. Knowledge of: Law enforcement weapons and equipment. Safety principles and practices. Defensive techniques. Physical apprehension, handcuffing, and restraining techniques. Geography of the City. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Orientation towards community policing programs and principles. Ability to work independently as well as within a team. Ability to adapt to changes in tasks and responsibilities. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Supplemental Information

Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

Function: - 24% or Less - 25% - 49% - 50%-74% - 75% or more

Office environment - X

Sitting, standing - X

Walking, reaching, pulling - X

Typing/data entry - X

Talking, hearing - X

Close and distance vision - X

Color vision, depth perception, accommodation, field of vision - X

Hazardous physical conditions - X

Atmospheric Conditions - X

Hazardous materials - X

Extreme temperatures - X

Intense noise - X

Travel - X

Environmental - X

Heavy Work (exert up to 100 pounds of force) - X