Police Officer

Police Officer

City of Ballwin - BALLWIN, MO

Overview

Salary Range $63,507.00 - $67,375.00 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Education Level None Category Government

Description

Position Summary

• Under general supervision performs work of moderate difficulty in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of State laws and Municipal ordinances.
• Work assignments and instructions are received in general terms from a superior officer who reviews work methods and results through reports, observations, and discussions.
• Patrols an assigned geographic area identifying and apprehending criminal violators. Ensures free flow of traffic and maintains public order and safety.
• May be assigned to Uniform Patrol, Patrol Support, or other specialized departmental activity.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Answers radio calls for all types of police service.
• Patrols assigned geographic area to identify and deter criminal activity and public safety hazards.
• Arrests criminal and traffic violators, issues citations, and testifies in legal proceedings.
• Conducts investigations of criminal offenses, missing persons, and all public safety incidents.
• Conducts preliminary investigations at the scene of crimes and accidents, and administers first aid when needed.
• Gathers evidence and processes crime scenes as directed.
• Conducts interviews of victims or witnesses and interrogates suspects.
• Testifies as a witness in court proceedings.
• Investigates traffic accidents.
• Writes reports of offenses, accidents, arrests, and other public safety incidents.
• Directs traffic and renders first aid.
• Intervenes and mediates in crisis situations and all types of disputes.
• Performs building and residence security checks.
• Provides high law enforcement visibility to deter crime and inspire community sense of security.
• Gives information and provides assistance to motorists and the public.
• Checks and reports on deficient street lights, signs, road surfaces, or other facilities that serve the public.
• Establishes traffic control and police protection at the scene of incidents that may attract crowds.
• Refers citizens with non-law enforcement problems to appropriate social service agencies.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Skill in vehicle operation and use of firearms.
• Skill in mediation and self-defense techniques.
• Knowledge of local, State, and Federal criminal law and applicable law.
• Knowledge of human behavior and motivation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all types of individuals.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment under stress or in crisis.
• Knowledge of department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Certification as a police officer of a Missouri First Class County (Class A Post License)
• Possess a Missouri Driver's License at time of appointment
• High school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
• Must be a Citizen of the United States and a Missouri resident at time of appointment.
• Applicant must be at least 21 years of age to apply.
• Individuals who have interviewed with the Ballwin Police Department in the last 12 months are not eligible to participate.