POLICE OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for protecting life and property and enforcing laws.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Performs traffic direction and control at special events; enforces traffic law violations; investigates traffic accidents and produces data to identify high crash and high violation areas. Maintains the Alco Sensor IV breath alcohol instrument as assigned; provides written records of the instrument's maintenance to the Department of Health. Prepares required reports for accidents, arrests, and other incidents. Conducts public and department education by making public appearances as requested. Answers calls for service; makes arrests; transports prisoners; serves warrants; patrols business and residential areas. Performs documentation; prepares paperwork; conducts follow-up investigations; packages and logs evidence; books and bonds prisoners. Maintains equipment, vehicle, and uniform. Performs community policing activities. Inspects residents for wanted parties. Provides ATM escort for banks. Distributes inmate meals and provides inmate transport. Serves as School Resource Officer as assigned. Testifies in court. Serves as DARE Officer and/or coordinates DARE program as assigned. Participates in or coordinates department training activities. Assists in maintaining accreditation files. Performs other related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION : 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: 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 City of Gladstone Missouri