Police Officer

Shelburne, VT
Shelburne Police Department

Position Summary:

The Police Officer Position is a full-time position ensuring the safety and security of people and property in Shelburne VT. The Police Officer is responsible for maintaining law and order while preventing and detecting suspicious and criminal activity in their patrol area. The scope of the Police Officer’s responsibilities will include investigating, detaining, and arresting suspects and completing all appropriate paperwork. As a Community Oriented Police Department, the Police Officer will maintain quality relations with the community and supporting agencies; Police Departments, State Attorney’s Office, DCF, Howard Center, Community Outreach, etc.

Essential Functions:

  • Participate in the department’s work by patrolling areas of Shelburne and enforcing Federal, State, local laws, and Town ordinances through education and law enforcement.
  • Handle calls for service, both civil and criminal in nature.
  • Perform traffic-related activities including directing traffic, conducting traffic stops, DWI enforcement, and investigation of motor vehicle crashes.
  • Engage and participate in public relations events as directed by the Sergeant.
  • Assist in investigations of theft, fraud, drug trafficking, etc.
  • Prepare written reports, affidavits, logs, and other paperwork daily.
  • Participate in training and complete related training records.
  • Maintain relationships with outside agencies such as State Attorney’s Office, DCF, Howard Center, Community Outreach, and other Police Agencies, etc.
  • Make recommendations for commendations to the Patrol Sergeant.
  • Promote Community Based Policing.
  • Perform other related duties as required and directed.
  • Patrols assigned areas and responds to requests for assistance as directed by dispatchers.
  • Enforces laws through education, warnings, criminal citation, or arrest. Secures crime scenes, collects evidence, interview witnesses, and prepares and submits reports.
  • Testifies in court cases, both civil and criminal, or other legal proceedings.
  • Act as a mentor and resource to less experienced officers by providing guidance, advice, and feedback.
  • Maintain positive community relations through open communications and continued dialog.
  • Promote an attitude of friendliness, helpfulness, tact, understanding and caring in the performance of assigned duties.

Requirements:

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Be detail oriented and quality driven.
  • Be able to work independently, handle multiple tasks, and prioritize work with minimal supervision.
  • Be flexible and able to easily handle varying work assignments.
  • Ability to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays
  • Working knowledge of software applications used to support area operations, and familiarity with Internet resources.
  • Ability to successfully complete Field Training Program.
  • The ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, confident and organized manner.
  • Be discreet and have the insight to handle confidential information in a professional manner.
  • Have an excellent past work record.