Police Officer (Certified)

Police Officer

The Police Officer protects life and property of the citizens of Milton and provides for the management of conflict through the enforcement of applicable federal and state laws and city ordinances. Work typically involves responsibility for the prevention, detection and investigation of crimes; maintaining order; patrolling assigned areas; enforcing traffic regulations; conducting accident, criminal and other investigations; effecting arrests, possibly utilizing reasonable physical force or control; and performing related special assignments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

When assigned to Uniform Patrol :

• Patrols a designated area of the City during an assigned shift, in order to preserve order, to prevent and discover the commission of crimes, to manage conflict, to solve problems and to enforce traffic regulations. Responds to calls and complaints regarding traffic accidents, domestic situations, robberies, fires, disturbances, incidents involving juveniles and other potential police related issues.
• Directs traffic; serves warrants; makes arrests and processes prisoners which may involve the use of reasonable physical force or control.
• Conducts preliminary law enforcement investigation at the scenes of crimes and / or accidents. Gathers evidence, locates and questions witnesses and provide aid and support to victims.
• Detains, apprehends, and arrests, criminal suspects and law violators when necessary; follows proper procedures when making arrests; transports arrestees to detention centers and oversees booking.
• Investigates vehicle accidents, including hit and run accidents. Determines if criminal negligence is involved and make arrests or write citations as required.
• Maintains the peace through the mediation of disputes individuals or groups. Maintains effective communication with both individuals and groups within the community.
• Prepares detailed reports related to assignments.

When assigned to Criminal Investigations :

When assigned to Community Outreach :

When assigned to Special Operations :

Additional Functions :

Education and / or Work Experience Requirements : Required High School diploma (or GED equivalent). Must maintain required level of proficiency and certification in the use of firearms and evasive action / driving skills and possess a valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle record. Must maintain Georgia P.O.S.T. certification.

Scope and Impact : Considerable initiative and independent judgment are expected in resolving day-to-day problems, even where clear-cut guidelines are not available. Position has recurring work situations that involve having a very high degree of discretion. The need for accuracy and effective utilization of accepted programs and routines is high. Errors in judgment will waste resources and adversely impact performance. Work priorities are determined by the incumbent and then reviewed and agreed upon by the direct manager.

Communications / Customer Contact : Frequently in contact with supervisor, other members of the department, city employees, Mayor, council members, and external vendors. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with people in a courteous, tactful, and fair manner under all conditions. Ability to provide information and explanations of the processes and procedures of the department and municipal government to employees, city staff, and management.

Limitations and Disclaimer : The above position description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

The City of Milton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or retaliate against job applicants or employees on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, military service, genetic information, disability, pregnancy, religion or on the basis of any other protected category. Job applicants and employees may request reasonable accommodations, in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some essential job requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

Automatic Disqualifiers : These additional minimum standard requirements are mandated at the discretion of the City of Milton and the Chief of Police. An applicant will be disqualified if he / she has any of the following :