Uniform Patrol Officer

Colerain, OH
Colerain Township Police Department

Salary: $71,884 – $86,257

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Sergeant, the primary responsibility of all Uniform Patrol Officers is to protect the lives and property of the people of Colerain Township.

Essential Functions:

  • Being familiar with his/her area of assignment, giving particular attention to high frequency crime locations and known trouble spots so that he/she may assist in the prevention of crime, not just the making of criminal arrests.
  • Taking appropriate action regarding wanted suspects, known criminals, stolen vehicles, missing persons, traffic violators, AWOL military personnel, and crimes in progress to ensure suppression of crime and increased overall safety of the community.
  • Utilize highly visible patrol techniques.
  • Conducting daily inspections of open businesses such as convenient stores, banks, retail stores, and service stations to create a visual deterrent to prevent crime.
  • Ensuring that businesses are always secure, immediately summoning aid to search the premises when evidence of tampering or entry is found and apprehending any trespassers.
  • Recognizing and observing suspicious behaviors of persons which may indicate involvement in criminal offenses, stopping and interviewing suspicious persons, and successfully completing field interrogation cards.
  • Accurately and expeditiously using communications systems to relay description, method, direction of flight, and other relevant information concerning wanted persons or vehicles.
  • Observing traffic flow for violations and issuing warnings or citations to violators in an effort to reduce auto accidents and traffic congestion.
  • Observing erratic driving, conducting field sobriety tests, and making DUI arrests, when appropriate, to ensure the safety of persons on Township roadways.
  • Noting and recording the license number and description of vehicles under questionable circumstances, querying individuals through RCIC, LEADS, and NCIC for wants and warrants, where appropriate, and taking appropriate action when necessary.
  • Aiding citizens in a professional and courteous manner when answering radio calls or when summoned on the street.
  • Observing liquor-permit establishments routinely for violations and criminal activities, taking appropriate legal action when necessary to ensure compliance with state laws.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • A valid state driver’s license.
  • Must be bondable.
  • Must maintain an Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.