Certified Police Officer

Suwanee, GA
Suwanee Police Department

Salary: $64,812-74,991/$26.99-31.29

Position Summary:

The Suwanee Police Department is seeking Certified Police Officers committed to serving and protecting the City of Suwanee and its residents. As first responders, police officers are vital to public safety and, under regular supervision, perform basic police services in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives of the City of Suwanee Police Department and in compliance with governing federal, state, and local laws.

Essential Functions:

• Answers calls relayed by a dispatcher, to include: domestic disputes, burglaries, suspicious characters or activities, theft or robbery, traffic accidents, etc.
• Patrols assigned geographical area of the City to monitor businesses, residences and public areas.
• Investigates and gathers facts at the scene of an incident.
• Writes reports and completes forms, including incident and accident reports.
• Apprehends and cites traffic law violators; and directs traffic in congested areas as needed.
• Provides first aid and CPR as needed; NARCAN.
• Testifies in judicial proceedings when necessary.
• Assists other departmental units and other law enforcement agencies as requested.
• Secures and preserves the scenes of crimes and fatal traffic accidents until appropriate support units arrive to assist with the investigation.
• Performs public service duties, such as assisting lost and stranded motorists, providing transportation to citizens in need, etc.
• Arrests and takes prisoners into custody; and processes persons arrested.
• Inspects weapons and patrol car; and monitors patrol car maintenance.
• Attends training classes and outreach events.
• Conducts accident investigations.
• Conducts community-oriented policing activities.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Valid Georgia driver’s license.
  • Georgia Peace Officer Certification, pre-service graduation from the police academy, or equivalent certification as a Georgia Peace Officer in another state in the United States
  • Possess a valid driver’s license
  • Be a U.S. citizen
  • Have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent; college degree preferred
  • A copy of the POST record verifying certification date, certification status, and officer’s status with the certifying agency.

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