City of Grants
Description
P OLICE OFFICER : Job descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the job and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
POSITION SUMMARY
Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work for the protection of life and property; to maintain order, enforce laws and ordinances, protect life and property within the city by performing a combination of duties; suppressant crime patrol, directing traffic, enforcing State and Local Traffic laws, investigating traffic accidents, preparing and serving warrants, processing both juveniles and adults, protecting and processing crime scenes; and to perform general and specific assignments from superior officers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Follow court procedures for municipal, county and district courts. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Patrol Officer must be able to perform, but not limited to, the following essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation: Effectively deal with unpleasant situations, irate or disturbed individuals or victims, or gruesome crime scenes. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt and effectively to stressful situations. Operate basic police equipment (including but not limited to cameras, recorders, radar, personal computer, and laptop). Respond to radio calls, take command of scenes and restore the peace. Respond quickly and safely to the scene of a crime or an accident. Conduct initial interviews of complaints, victims, suspects and witnesses. Write reports and prepare completed misdemeanor case folders to present to the Municipal/County attorney’s office. Monitor, investigate and handle, as appropriate, any suspicious activities or ongoing crimes. Coordinate and direct vehicular traffic. Visit open businesses such as banks, markets, department stores, service stations, and other types to establish a rapport with owners. Book suspects and evidence and transport them to the appropriate detention facility. Respond to questions from citizens and agencies. Attend meetings as assigned or required. Use good judgement in all decision-making and in carrying out all job duties. Meet with police and other staff members to identify and resolve problems and concerns. Be helpful, cooperative and courteous, and demonstrate a good attitude in all dealings with the public, co- workers and others. Be punctual and in attendance on a regular basis. Demonstrate initiative and diligence in the prompt and proper completion of all job duties, whether or not listed in this Job Description. Safeguard City property and recognize and report needed repair. Work safely, follow safety rules and training, and maintain a clean, safe and healthful working environment. Ability to be able to work all shifts, including holidays and accept on-call duty status. Ability to maintain confidentiality with criminal and investigative information. Maintain appropriate confidentiality with regard to Police and other City business. Enforce Code Enforcement violation throughout the City of Grants. Enforce ALL City Ordinances of the City of Grants. Perform other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment; Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors. Ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and in making decisions Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to learn the City’s geography. Maintain a professional demeanor. Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition; effectively communicates verbally and in writing; in person and by two way radio and telephone, occasionally under stressful conditions. Investigate suspicious situations, crime scenes, and accidents to determine if an offense was committed. Maintain chain of custody on property. Process and transport prisoners and maintain all booking, property and status records of prisoners. Secure crime scenes; identify witnesses and suspects, photograph, fingerprint and obtain statements. Make proper notification. Ability to remember details, organize the sequence of events, and document detailed accounts in writing. Successfully complete the Department Field Training Program and required trainings by the PD and City. Assume responsibility for your actions. Consistently demonstrate maturity, honesty, and integrity. Ability to analyze emergency situations and react quickly, calmly, and correctly to act effectively, giving due regard to hazards and circumstances. Ability to function effectively in emergency situations. Ability to be punctual and regular in attendance and to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and overtime as required. Ability to respond in-person to emergency events as requested. Ability to speak, read and understand the English language and possess good verbal and written skills. Establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with City Employees, officials, first responders, and representatives from other local, state and federal agencies. Significant working knowledge of department’s coverage area and the surrounding areas. Working knowledge of department city-owned equipment and ability to perform inspections and light routine maintenance. Understand the follow the department’s policies and procedures regarding chain of command reporting. Ability to maintain accurate logs, activity reports and other records. Works on rotating shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigation and first aid at accidents, detection, investigation and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct. Maintains departmental equipment, supplies and facilities. Maintains contact with general public, court officials, and other City officials in the performance of police operations activities. GENERAL CONDITIONS
Residency: Employee must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the worksite. Code of Conduct: Employee is accountable for being informed of and complying with the City's Code of Conduct. Attitude: Employee is expected to exhibit a positive, constructive and cooperative attitude in the workplace and with the general public. Initiative: Employee must exhibit high levels of personal initiative, mature self-direction and responsibility, and leadership are expected of the employee in this position. Travel: Job performance of this job is subject to extensive vehicular travel in and around the City, and occasional external travel. Limitations: Employee is responsible for informing the employer of any physical, mental or other factors which may substantially affect or limit ability to meet the demands of the position. REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma, GED or equivalent required; college coursework preferred; must possess or be able to acquire a standard New Mexico driver’s license, have and maintain a good driving record; must be bondable. Must be able to read and write in the English language. Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits. Completion of the New Mexico basic law enforcement training academy or equivalent within one year of hire date. Must pass a drug screen, background check, and physical assessment.
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Under general supervision, to perform law enforcement and crime prevention work for the protection of life and property; to maintain order, enforce laws and ordinances, protect life and property within the city by performing a combination of duties; suppressant crime patrol, directing traffic, enforcing State and Local Traffic laws, investigating traffic accidents, preparing and serving warrants, processing both juveniles and adults, protecting and processing crime scenes; and to perform general and specific assignments from superior officers in accordance with established rules and procedures. Follow court procedures for municipal, county and district courts. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Patrol Officer must be able to perform, but not limited to, the following essential job duties, with or without reasonable accommodation: Effectively deal with unpleasant situations, irate or disturbed individuals or victims, or gruesome crime scenes. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt and effectively to stressful situations. Operate basic police equipment (including but not limited to cameras, recorders, radar, personal computer, and laptop). Respond to radio calls, take command of scenes and restore the peace. Respond quickly and safely to the scene of a crime or an accident. Conduct initial interviews of complaints, victims, suspects and witnesses. Write reports and prepare completed misdemeanor case folders to present to the Municipal/County attorney’s office. Monitor, investigate and handle, as appropriate, any suspicious activities or ongoing crimes. Coordinate and direct vehicular traffic. Visit open businesses such as banks, markets, department stores, service stations, and other types to establish a rapport with owners. Book suspects and evidence and transport them to the appropriate detention facility. Respond to questions from citizens and agencies. Attend meetings as assigned or required. Use good judgement in all decision-making and in carrying out all job duties. Meet with police and other staff members to identify and resolve problems and concerns. Be helpful, cooperative and courteous, and demonstrate a good attitude in all dealings with the public, co- workers and others. Be punctual and in attendance on a regular basis. Demonstrate initiative and diligence in the prompt and proper completion of all job duties, whether or not listed in this Job Description. Safeguard City property and recognize and report needed repair. Work safely, follow safety rules and training, and maintain a clean, safe and healthful working environment. Ability to be able to work all shifts, including holidays and accept on-call duty status. Ability to maintain confidentiality with criminal and investigative information. Maintain appropriate confidentiality with regard to Police and other City business. Enforce Code Enforcement violation throughout the City of Grants. Enforce ALL City Ordinances of the City of Grants. Perform other duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment; Ability to learn the applicable laws, ordinances, and department rules and regulations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, peers and supervisors. Ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and in making decisions Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to learn the City’s geography. Maintain a professional demeanor. Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition; effectively communicates verbally and in writing; in person and by two way radio and telephone, occasionally under stressful conditions. Investigate suspicious situations, crime scenes, and accidents to determine if an offense was committed. Maintain chain of custody on property. Process and transport prisoners and maintain all booking, property and status records of prisoners. Secure crime scenes; identify witnesses and suspects, photograph, fingerprint and obtain statements. Make proper notification. Ability to remember details, organize the sequence of events, and document detailed accounts in writing. Successfully complete the Department Field Training Program and required trainings by the PD and City. Assume responsibility for your actions. Consistently demonstrate maturity, honesty, and integrity. Ability to analyze emergency situations and react quickly, calmly, and correctly to act effectively, giving due regard to hazards and circumstances. Ability to function effectively in emergency situations. Ability to be punctual and regular in attendance and to work weekends, holidays, rotating shifts and overtime as required. Ability to respond in-person to emergency events as requested. Ability to speak, read and understand the English language and possess good verbal and written skills. Establish and maintain effective, cooperative working relationships with City Employees, officials, first responders, and representatives from other local, state and federal agencies. Significant working knowledge of department’s coverage area and the surrounding areas. Working knowledge of department city-owned equipment and ability to perform inspections and light routine maintenance. Understand the follow the department’s policies and procedures regarding chain of command reporting. Ability to maintain accurate logs, activity reports and other records. Works on rotating shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigation and first aid at accidents, detection, investigation and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct. Maintains departmental equipment, supplies and facilities. Maintains contact with general public, court officials, and other City officials in the performance of police operations activities. GENERAL CONDITIONS
Residency: Employee must reside within reasonable commuting distance of the worksite. Code of Conduct: Employee is accountable for being informed of and complying with the City's Code of Conduct. Attitude: Employee is expected to exhibit a positive, constructive and cooperative attitude in the workplace and with the general public. Initiative: Employee must exhibit high levels of personal initiative, mature self-direction and responsibility, and leadership are expected of the employee in this position. Travel: Job performance of this job is subject to extensive vehicular travel in and around the City, and occasional external travel. Limitations: Employee is responsible for informing the employer of any physical, mental or other factors which may substantially affect or limit ability to meet the demands of the position. REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma, GED or equivalent required; college coursework preferred; must possess or be able to acquire a standard New Mexico driver’s license, have and maintain a good driving record; must be bondable. Must be able to read and write in the English language. Must be of good moral character and of temperate and industrious habits. Completion of the New Mexico basic law enforcement training academy or equivalent within one year of hire date. Must pass a drug screen, background check, and physical assessment.
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