Patrol Officer

Position Summary:

The Patrol Officer is responsible for the efficient performance of general police responsibilities necessary to the safety and good order of the community.

Essential Functions:

1. Responds to emergencies, incidents or dispatches and takes command of the situation until relieved by an Officer of superior rank.
2. Reduces the opportunities for the commission of crime through preventative patrol and other measures.
3. Identifies potentially serious law enforcement or governmental problems.
4. Records activity during a tour-of-duty in the manner prescribed by proper authority.
5. Provides emergency services, as needed.
6. Facilitates the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
7. Identifies criminal offenders and criminal activity and where appropriate apprehends offenders and participates in subsequent court proceedings.
8. Aides people who are in danger of physical harm.
9. Transports, receipts and secures all evidence and property coming into custody.
10. Advises the Sergeant on police matters and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school degree or general education degree (GED),
• Associate’s degree (A.A) or equivalent (60 hours); and two year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Police Officer certification by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board or equivalent and Indiana Data and Communications System (IDACS) certification is required.
• Previous law enforcement experience is desired.