Police Officer

Job description

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The class of Police Officer comprises entrance level positions in the police department involving training and routine patrol work in the protection and safeguarding of life and property. Employees of this class are responsible for the enforcement of state and municipal laws, regulations, and ordinances. New employees usually work in company with and receive assistance from a more experienced officer. Work involves making regular patrols and investigating accidents, crimes, or suspicious activity in accordance with the prescribed departmental rules and regulations. Employees of this class must use independent judgment when faced with emergency situations. Employees report to and have work reviewed by a Police Sergeant. This class ranks directly below that of Police Sergeant. EXAMPLES OF WORK: Examples listed below are illustrative only. They are not intended to include all duties which may be assigned, neither are they intended to exclude other duties which may be logical assignments to this class. Performs general patrol duties including making initial investigation of complaints and taking statements or receiving information from complainants...