Police Officer

Benton, AR
Benton Police Department

Salary: $51,000 – $63,000.

Position Summary:

The Patrol Officer works under the general supervision of the Patrol Sergeant and is responsible for enforcing traffic and criminal laws. This position is governed by state and federal laws, department policy and civil service rules and regulations.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrols businesses and residential areas in an assigned location using an equipped patrol car; assists motorists and enforces motor vehicle and criminal laws including issuing citations and making arrests; books, guards and escorts prisoners; deals with juvenile offenders and assists other law enforcement agencies.
  • Responds and investigates calls for service; protects crime scenes; assists CID when requested; collects and protects evidence; interviews victims, witnesses and suspects; takes reports from the general public and businesses; investigates conditions and causes of accidents; prepares accident reports; directs traffic and controls activities in disaster areas; and makes contacts with business owners and residents to assist them in addressing problems of a law enforcement nature.
  • Performs daily maintenance and equipment checks on patrol unit, and maintains a professional appearance through upkeep and maintenance of uniform and duty equipment and oneself.
  • Appears in court to testify in traffic violations and criminal cases; and submits reports as requested.
  • Becomes and remains familiar with patrol areas, geographic locations, known offenders, neighborhood routines, and potential problem areas.
  • Participates in department training.
  • Serves as a community resource for residents and directs them to appropriate agencies and organizations to deal with community problems.
  • Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Requirements:

  • An applicant must be at least twenty and a half (20 1/2) years of age.
  • An applicant must have graduated from a standard high school or must have a high school equivalency; i.e., General Education Diploma (GED).
  • An applicant must have no felony convictions.
  • A complete background investigation will be conducted on every applicant.
  • An applicant will be required to pass a basic physical agility test, drug test, Computer Voice Stress Analyzer, medical and psychological examination.