Police Officer

Police Officer PositionThe City of Guyton has an immediate opening for the position of Police Officer to serve the citizens of Guyton. Located in Effingham County approximately 30 minutes northwest from Savannah/Chatham County and the Georgia coast, the City of Guyton is a rapidly growing community poised for even more substantial future growth due to its proximity to Savannah, the Hyundai Metaplant in Bryan County, and I-16. This position is responsible for participating in patrolling the City, responding to complaints, carrying out criminal investigations, and handling traffic control duties during an assigned shift. This position reports to the Chief of Police.Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms routine patrols of the City limits in an assigned vehicle to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, to direct traffic at school crossings and street intersections, and enforce vehicle operation and parking regulations.Participates in traffic law enforcement by patrolling, directing traffic, and issuing citations to violators.Responds to accident calls, gathers information at the accident scene, investigates and reconstructs serious injury or fatal accidents, interviews victims and witnesses, investigates hit and run accidents, and notifies relatives of victims as necessary.Performs surveillance of various locations and of criminal suspects, collects and reviews data, develops trends and/or patterns pertaining to locations/suspects, and files intelligence reports.Maintains surveillance over persons and places suspected of illegal operations and takes necessary action as evidence warrants.Accompanies detainees to jail and may testify in court.Interviews persons with complaints, inquiries, and attempts to make proper disposition or direct them to the proper authorities in a timely manner.Investigates reported crimes; interviews and obtains statements from victims, witnesses, suspects, and confidential informants; processes and maintains crime scenes; gathers, prepares, protects, and submits evidence to crime lab.Interviews suspects, prisoners, complainants, and witnesses to obtain information concerning criminal activity.Determines probable cause to search and/or reasonable suspicion to detain suspects; pursues fleeing and subdues resisting suspects; makes arrests when and where necessary; processes and transports prisoners.Prepares reports for various cases and incidents; prepares supplemental reports; appears in court to present evidence and testimony as required.Assists federal, state, county, and other municipal law enforcement agencies as appropriate.Operates emergency vehicles in hazardous road conditions and during high-speed pursuits and responses.Attends and participates in professional development meetings and trainings as required, including but not limited to School Resource Officer training; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of law enforcement and crime prevention.Performs other related duties as assigned.Supervisory ControlsThe Chief of Police or his designated subordinates assigns work in terms of departmental goals and objectives. Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of departmental activities.Supervisory and Management ResponsibilityThis position has no management or supervisory responsibility.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires mobility to restrain or subdue individuals, walk, stand, sit, or run; heavy, moderate or light lifting; discharge firearms and utilize various other law enforcement equipment; operate a motorized vehicle. Requires vision consistent with Law Enforcement Standards.This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.Minimum QualificationsMust be a Georgia POST Certified Police Officer or eligible for Georgia POST Certification. Must be at least 21 years of age. Must possess a High School diploma or GED. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia Driver's License. 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 people or within a court setting.Interested applicants should submit a completed city employment application along with resume/cover letter to Kelphie K. Lundy, Chief of Police, City of Guyton, 505 Magnolia Street, Guyton, GA 31312. Applications are available at Guyton City Hall, located at 310 Central Boulevard, Guyton, GA 31312, and also on the City of Guyton's website. Salary for this position will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include 12-hour shifts, paid health/dental/vision/life insurance, accruable paid time off, and take-home vehicle for eligible officers (up to 30 air miles from Guyton City Hall). Position will remain open until filled. The City of Guyton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A criminal history verification and substance abuse testing is required prior to employment.