POLICE OFFICER

Performs law enforcement & public safety duties as necessary to maintain law & order in the City of Pierre.


Police Officer

Police Department


JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the enforcement of federal, state, and local laws and the protection of life and property.


MAJOR DUTIES

• Patrols the city to detect and deter criminal activity and traffic violations and to provide assistance as needed; monitors commercial and residential areas for signs of criminal activity.

• Enforces traffic and parking laws through the issuance of citations and warnings; inspects roadways, bridges, and traffic signals and signs to identify and report hazardous conditions.

• Performs business and residential security checks; checks doors, windows, gates, and fences; reports unsecured property.

• Responds to calls for service, including domestic disputes, assaults, burglaries, traffic accidents, lost or missing persons searches, public service requests, stranded motorists, and others.

• Conducts preliminary investigations into traffic accidents and other incidents, including interviewing victims, complainants and witnesses, gathering information and evidence, and securing crime scenes.

• Apprehends, arrests, and processes offenders, including fugitives; subpoenas witnesses.

• Provides assistance and backup support to other officers and emergency service providers as necessary.

• Provides traffic direction as needed for events such as parades, funerals, events, and school crossings.

• Testifies in judicial proceedings as necessary.

• Completes all required reports and forms, including accident and incident reports.

• Inspects and maintains assigned patrol car, uniform, and equipment.

• Prepares criminal and search warrants, complaints, and affidavits; serves criminal and court-related paperwork.

• Serves on special teams and task forces as assigned; completes special duty assignments.

• Performs the duties of a School Resource Officer or Community Resource Officer as assigned.

• Attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, town ordinances, and department policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures.

• Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.

• Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.

• Skill in the use of a computer.

• Skill in operating police vehicles, firearms, and emergency equipment.

• Skill in operating radios and communications equipment.

• Skill in operating radar equipment.

• Skill in restraining persons without causing physical harm.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Police Sergeant assigns work in terms of general instructions. Work is reviewed for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include state and federal laws, traffic laws, city ordinances, court rulings, constitutional guidelines, training manuals, and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related law enforcement duties. The varied nature of calls and the potential for emergencies contribute to the complexity of the work.

• The purpose of this position is to protect life and property and enforce federal, state, and local laws. Successful performance contributes to the detection and deterrence of crime and to the protection of life and property.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, other emergency service providers, court system personnel, attorneys, judges, medical personnel, law enforcement officers from other agencies, school officials and students, and the general public.

• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, interview persons, and resolve problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of specialized law enforcement equipment. The work involves sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

• No experience requirements.


• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the South Dakota Law Enforcement Officers Standards and Training Commission.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 21 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, & pass the police entry level examinations including a background investigation. Prior experience in law enforcement is desirable. Certified officer preferred.

Miscellaneous Information

ELIGIBLE FOR UP TO A $6,000 SIGNING BONUS