Police Training Officer

Salary: $27.59-$41.00

Position Summary:

This s a law enforcement officer that works in the Police Department Training Unit. This position will consist of assisting the Department Training Officer, DTO, Work is performed under the supervision of the Department Training Lieutenant with the essential and training needs for the Police Department

Essential Functions:

• Provides departmental training as assigned by the DTO
• Assists DTO with completion and tracking of annual training requirements
• Assists DTO with training requirements for new-hires during the on-boarding process
• Reviews case law for training needs
• Maintains a good understanding of Conyers police procedure
• Assists DTO with department Fleet management
• Works with the department’s quartermaster on equipment needs
• Creates lesson plans for new training
• Updates department training with current practices and legal requirements
• Perform bailiff duties and share responsibilities as a part-time bailiff for City of Conyers Municipal Court or security screening officer.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a sworn full time Georgia P.O.S.T. council certified Peace Officer with the City of Conyers Police
  Department; OR employed for five(5) years as a sworn full-time Georgia P.O.S.T. Council certified Peace Officer.
• Strong understanding of law enforcement practices, report writing, and criminal and traffic law.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn and operate law enforcement databases and reporting software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Possession of a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Must be a certified peace officer in the State of Georgia, in good standing with the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training Council (POST).
  Minimum of Instructor Level 1 Field Training Officer Certification
• Must be willing to submit to a police background check and polygraph. Must not have a pattern of law violations.