Police Officer Recruit

Port Wentworth, GA
Port Wentworth Police Department

Salary: $40,679.55

Closing Date: 31-Dec-2024

Position Summary:

Under supervision, attends a Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) certified Basic Recruit Academy and trains with assigned personnel to provide direct public safety services to the citizens of the City of Port Wentworth to ensure the enforcement of all Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances. This is an entry level position without peace officer powers, rights, or privileges within the Port Wentworth Police Department. Upon successful completion of the required course of study, incumbents may be accepted as a sworn Peace Officer of the Port Wentworth Police Department for the preservation of public peace, prevention of crimes, and protection of life and property.

Essential Functions:

  • Attends a P. O. S. T. Certified Basic Academy to obtain classroom and practical education in the justice system, applicable civil and criminal laws, police procedures, law enforcement techniques, first aid and physical fitness.
  • Trains and studies with police equipment and other training personnel to develop and maintain competency and proficiency.
  • Assists in the enforcement of all local, State, and Federal laws within the jurisdiction of the city.
  • Assists in patrolling assigned areas of responsibility to prevent and reduce criminal activity.
  • Assists in providing information and assistance to motorists, pedestrians, and the public as it relates to law enforcement functions.
  • Assists in preparing reports on accidents, incidents, and arrests.
  • Assists in the enforcement of all traffic laws and issues citations for violations
  • Informs supervising officers of any unusual or difficult
  • May provide emergency medical attention to citizens when responding to calls for
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such
  • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and new developments in assigned work
  • Responds to citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous and timely
  • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 21 years of age.
  • Citizen of the United States, or a legal resident of this country.
  • A valid Georgia State Driver’s license.
  • Must have vision correctable to 20/20 in each eye with normal color vision.
  • Must attend and successfully complete appropriate P.O.S.T. certification courses.
  • An acceptable score on a timed education level assessment examination.
  • An acceptable psychological assessment.
  • An acceptable score on the fitness performance standards tests as outlined by the State of Georgia.
  • Must be able to work rotating shifts.
  • Must sign an employment contract with the City for a period of 2 years which starts after the completion of Police academy.