Police Officer

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must graduate from the Police Academy as a Police Recruit.

• Possess at least two (2) years full-time sworn police experience in any state within the last five (5) years to meet Lateral Academy Requirements.
• Police experience must include the primary duties of responding to calls for service, conducting preliminary and/or follow-up investigations of crimes, responding to traffic accidents, and apprehending, detaining, and arresting suspects.

• Must possess a valid Vehicle Operator's License upon establishing Missouri residency.
• Must acquire and maintain a Type III license of operation and testing of breathalyzer equipment within the probationary period.
• Must be certified through the Missouri Department of Public Safety as a peace officer.
• Must pass state exam and meet P.O.S.T. requirements.

Performs general police duties, processes and operations for the protection of life and property through the enforcement of federal and state laws as well as municipal ordinances.  Works special police assignments as required.

Essential Functions

1. Responds to radio dispatched calls for service according to the Standard Operating Guidelines (SOG’s).
2. Observes, analyzes and evaluates situations to determine appropriate action according the SOG’s.
3. Monitors and directs traffic and crowd control activities and intervenes as necessary to preserve the peace.
4. Arrests, detains, and apprehends a variety of suspects by use of necessary physical means.
5. Conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations of crimes and traffic incidents, interview witnesses, collects and preserves evidence.
6. Performs prolonged walking or standing while patrolling on foot.
7. Pursues suspects on foot involving running, climbing, jumping and maneuvering under, over and around obstacles.
8. Cares for injured and administers basic emergency medical aid.
9. Reads, interprets and enforces federal and state laws as well as municipal ordinances.
10. Operates police department vehicles and equipment including automobiles, vans, and trucks as well as other specialized equipment such as mobile computer terminals.
11. Prepares and presents clear and accurate written and oral reports either handwritten or computer generated.
12. Participates in in-service training.
13. Testifies in court when required.
14. Administers breathalyzer tests on suspected intoxicated persons in compliance with statutes and ordinances.
15. Observes, retains, and recalls people, places, and situations in detail.
16. Applies community-oriented policing techniques regarding dispute mediation, conflict resolution, analysis of neighborhood problems, behavior management, and crime prevention.
17. Performs self-initiated activities such as traffic stops and citizen contacts in accordance with department goals.