Entry Level Police Officer
City of Ocean Shores, Ocean Shores, Washington, United States, 98569
Essential Job Functions:
Includes but is not limited to such essential job functions as listed below:
Safely operate a police vehicle and/or water craft to patrol the City streets, parks, beaches, canal, airport facility, marina, lake, commercial and residential areas. Maintain continual observation of areas patrolled including residential, business, rural and industrial facilities; observe for evidence of illegal activity in progress or that already occurred, or any other irregular activity that indicates need for attention.
Patrol on foot as necessary to perform job thoroughly. Investigate conditions such as open doors, broken windows, vehicles parked in suspicious locations and unusual individual or group activity.
Use portable or vehicle mounted radio transmitters/receivers as necessary to exchange any and all job‐related information.
Enforce motor vehicle operating regulations. Apprehend violators; issue warnings or citations, make arrests or take other action as deemed warranted by the circumstances. As necessary, coordinate such activities with Deputy Sheriffs, Washington State Patrol Officers, federal law enforcement officers and the Coast Guard in accordance with established policy.
Operate radar unit to discover speed violations; perform routine radio check of vehicle identification against current stolen vehicles and identification of violator drivers against outstanding arrest warrants.
Investigate and assist drivers and pedestrians in difficulty. Resolve such situations or refer to proper authorities.
Stand for long periods of time to direct traffic during abnormal situations such as community events, conventions, accidents, fires or periods of congestion.
Perform crowd control activities at public gatherings as warranted under particular circumstances including dispersal of unruly individuals or groups.
Develop detailed knowledge of City street system, beaches, airport facilities, landmarks, local activities and habits of citizens and suspected or known criminals, and other patterns of public activity.
Respond to any and all emergency calls, including traffic accidents, public or private altercations, robberies, burglaries, thefts, commercial or residential injuries, water accidents and deaths.
Respond to personally sensitive calls such as family disturbances, missing persons, sexual assaults and domestic altercations. Exercise caution relative to personal safety, safety of others at scene; take appropriate steps to calm the parties as necessary to resolve the immediate situation.
Assess the nature and urgency of the problem upon arrival at scene of call; immediately determine the circumstances and persons in relation to nature of call; whether situation warrants routine or emergency handling, and whether other officers or a supervisor should be called to the scene.
Upon arriving at the scene of a crime, arrest or detain suspects for probable cause as warranted; take all steps necessary to preserve and control crime scene. May assist in the initial investigation, including interview of victims and witnesses.
Report to scene of accidents; as necessary, administer first aid; summon medical personnel; control accident scene; interview principals, witnesses; prepare general sketch of accident scene, noting details; and, complete standard accident report. Issue citations or make arrests as situation warrants.
As required, make arrests or detain suspects, employing level of physical force necessary only to control individuals as warranted under the circumstances; handcuff and search individuals; advise individual of rights; and, arrange for or transport to a detention facility.
Appear in court as arresting officer to present evidence, facts, details of circumstances and otherwise testify against persons accused of crimes; respond to questioning and cross‑examination from prosecuting and defense attorneys.
Prepare written reports of sufficient legibility and clarity that others without knowledge of the incident or situation can readily comprehend the facts and assure that the reports can serve as the basis for subsequent investigations or for court proceedings and testimony. Requires narrative writing, noting identifying features, times, places, etc. Must answer the questions “who, what, when, where, how, why.”
Explain content of law to persons involved in a dispute, describing the process of filing a formal complaint, the extent of law enforcement powers, and the responsibility of citizens to follow prescribed legal procedures; inform those involved of the law applicable to their situation and their alternatives, or refer to employee of a higher classification.
May transport prisoners for court appearances, medical treatment or for incarceration at a detention facility.
Conduct presentations before school groups and service organizations on law enforcement matters.
Read, interpret and enforce applicable laws and ordinances in order to be prepared to quickly determine application of law to any incident encountered.
In any incident, assess the sensitivity and complexity of the situation to decide expeditiously the course of action to take and whether and at what point it should be turned over to an employee of higher classification.
Determine when persons being detained in any incident should know why they are detained and are aware of the law or violation. Advise accordingly.
Maintain composure and self‑control under varied and adverse physical and/or psychological conditions, such as public harassment or heckling, ridicule, critical injury situations or death by any cause. Carry out official duties in a timely, objective and effective manner.
Within parameters of departmental policy, develop and apply individual methods and techniques that enhance personal ability to persuade, influence and control individuals of varied backgrounds.
Maintain continuous alertness to potential “worst case” reaction from any person questioned for violation of law; exercise caution in approaching the individual, be prepared for self‑defense or defense of other individuals or property, and to apprehend and detain individual when necessary.
In driving police vehicle in emergency situations, make determination of when to use flashing lights and sirens, and how to drive in relation to own driving ability, weather conditions, traffic density, speed, etc., in order to respond to emergency calls or apprehend offender consistent with Departmental policies and procedures.
Determine when and how to use non‑lethal weapons and approved firearms of the appropriate type in any specific situations, consistent with Departmental policies and procedures.
As required, set‑up and operate a portable breath test unit and breathalyzer machine to make necessary determinations.
May be assigned as Coordinator or Team Member on continuing or temporary basis to special sections such as Surf Rescue, Marine Patrol, Property Watch, Training or other specialized law enforcement service activities.
Required Physical Traits:
Requires ability to meet physical capabilities and endurance requirements prescribed by the Civil Service Commission.
Requires ability and stamina to perform heavy physical labor for sustained periods of time.
Requires ability to work out of doors in all types of weather conditions.
Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate a personal computer.
Requires ability to walk, crawl, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and perform repetitive lifting and to maintain such activities on a sustained basis.
Requires ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.
Qualifications:
Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Requires successful accomplishment of written, oral, physical agility and psychological tests and medical examinations prescribed by the City of Ocean Shores Civil Service Commission.
Requires successful completion of the Washington State Basic Police Academy or equivalency.
A personal history free of any convictions which relate to fitness to perform the job of Police Officer.
Must be a minimum of twenty‑one (21) years of age at time of appointment.
Other Requirements:
Requires a valid Washington State Drivers License with a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
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Safely operate a police vehicle and/or water craft to patrol the City streets, parks, beaches, canal, airport facility, marina, lake, commercial and residential areas. Maintain continual observation of areas patrolled including residential, business, rural and industrial facilities; observe for evidence of illegal activity in progress or that already occurred, or any other irregular activity that indicates need for attention.
Patrol on foot as necessary to perform job thoroughly. Investigate conditions such as open doors, broken windows, vehicles parked in suspicious locations and unusual individual or group activity.
Use portable or vehicle mounted radio transmitters/receivers as necessary to exchange any and all job‐related information.
Enforce motor vehicle operating regulations. Apprehend violators; issue warnings or citations, make arrests or take other action as deemed warranted by the circumstances. As necessary, coordinate such activities with Deputy Sheriffs, Washington State Patrol Officers, federal law enforcement officers and the Coast Guard in accordance with established policy.
Operate radar unit to discover speed violations; perform routine radio check of vehicle identification against current stolen vehicles and identification of violator drivers against outstanding arrest warrants.
Investigate and assist drivers and pedestrians in difficulty. Resolve such situations or refer to proper authorities.
Stand for long periods of time to direct traffic during abnormal situations such as community events, conventions, accidents, fires or periods of congestion.
Perform crowd control activities at public gatherings as warranted under particular circumstances including dispersal of unruly individuals or groups.
Develop detailed knowledge of City street system, beaches, airport facilities, landmarks, local activities and habits of citizens and suspected or known criminals, and other patterns of public activity.
Respond to any and all emergency calls, including traffic accidents, public or private altercations, robberies, burglaries, thefts, commercial or residential injuries, water accidents and deaths.
Respond to personally sensitive calls such as family disturbances, missing persons, sexual assaults and domestic altercations. Exercise caution relative to personal safety, safety of others at scene; take appropriate steps to calm the parties as necessary to resolve the immediate situation.
Assess the nature and urgency of the problem upon arrival at scene of call; immediately determine the circumstances and persons in relation to nature of call; whether situation warrants routine or emergency handling, and whether other officers or a supervisor should be called to the scene.
Upon arriving at the scene of a crime, arrest or detain suspects for probable cause as warranted; take all steps necessary to preserve and control crime scene. May assist in the initial investigation, including interview of victims and witnesses.
Report to scene of accidents; as necessary, administer first aid; summon medical personnel; control accident scene; interview principals, witnesses; prepare general sketch of accident scene, noting details; and, complete standard accident report. Issue citations or make arrests as situation warrants.
As required, make arrests or detain suspects, employing level of physical force necessary only to control individuals as warranted under the circumstances; handcuff and search individuals; advise individual of rights; and, arrange for or transport to a detention facility.
Appear in court as arresting officer to present evidence, facts, details of circumstances and otherwise testify against persons accused of crimes; respond to questioning and cross‑examination from prosecuting and defense attorneys.
Prepare written reports of sufficient legibility and clarity that others without knowledge of the incident or situation can readily comprehend the facts and assure that the reports can serve as the basis for subsequent investigations or for court proceedings and testimony. Requires narrative writing, noting identifying features, times, places, etc. Must answer the questions “who, what, when, where, how, why.”
Explain content of law to persons involved in a dispute, describing the process of filing a formal complaint, the extent of law enforcement powers, and the responsibility of citizens to follow prescribed legal procedures; inform those involved of the law applicable to their situation and their alternatives, or refer to employee of a higher classification.
May transport prisoners for court appearances, medical treatment or for incarceration at a detention facility.
Conduct presentations before school groups and service organizations on law enforcement matters.
Read, interpret and enforce applicable laws and ordinances in order to be prepared to quickly determine application of law to any incident encountered.
In any incident, assess the sensitivity and complexity of the situation to decide expeditiously the course of action to take and whether and at what point it should be turned over to an employee of higher classification.
Determine when persons being detained in any incident should know why they are detained and are aware of the law or violation. Advise accordingly.
Maintain composure and self‑control under varied and adverse physical and/or psychological conditions, such as public harassment or heckling, ridicule, critical injury situations or death by any cause. Carry out official duties in a timely, objective and effective manner.
Within parameters of departmental policy, develop and apply individual methods and techniques that enhance personal ability to persuade, influence and control individuals of varied backgrounds.
Maintain continuous alertness to potential “worst case” reaction from any person questioned for violation of law; exercise caution in approaching the individual, be prepared for self‑defense or defense of other individuals or property, and to apprehend and detain individual when necessary.
In driving police vehicle in emergency situations, make determination of when to use flashing lights and sirens, and how to drive in relation to own driving ability, weather conditions, traffic density, speed, etc., in order to respond to emergency calls or apprehend offender consistent with Departmental policies and procedures.
Determine when and how to use non‑lethal weapons and approved firearms of the appropriate type in any specific situations, consistent with Departmental policies and procedures.
As required, set‑up and operate a portable breath test unit and breathalyzer machine to make necessary determinations.
May be assigned as Coordinator or Team Member on continuing or temporary basis to special sections such as Surf Rescue, Marine Patrol, Property Watch, Training or other specialized law enforcement service activities.
Required Physical Traits:
Requires ability to meet physical capabilities and endurance requirements prescribed by the Civil Service Commission.
Requires ability and stamina to perform heavy physical labor for sustained periods of time.
Requires ability to work out of doors in all types of weather conditions.
Requires manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate a personal computer.
Requires ability to walk, crawl, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and perform repetitive lifting and to maintain such activities on a sustained basis.
Requires ability to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.
Qualifications:
Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Requires successful accomplishment of written, oral, physical agility and psychological tests and medical examinations prescribed by the City of Ocean Shores Civil Service Commission.
Requires successful completion of the Washington State Basic Police Academy or equivalency.
A personal history free of any convictions which relate to fitness to perform the job of Police Officer.
Must be a minimum of twenty‑one (21) years of age at time of appointment.
Other Requirements:
Requires a valid Washington State Drivers License with a driving record acceptable to the City’s insurance carrier.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
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