Police Officer

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The below statements are intended to describe the

general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They

are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This

description is subject to modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.

• Attend work regularly in accordance with agency leave policies
• Inspects vehicles for weapons or contraband at the start of work shift and after each

transport of prisoners or other persons.

repairs to vehicle and equipment.

equipment in emergency situations

non-legal activities

violators

policy and family violence statutes and controls hostile groups.

within the framework of Terry v Ohio.

conducts searches of arrested persons, handcuffs or otherwise restrain arrested person,

and restrain violent or disorderly prisoners

governing use of force.

investigations as directed by supervisory personnel.

agency divisions or other agencies.

duties as assigned.

development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

position to work overtime including during emergency situations (defined as any natural

or man-made disaster that may or may not necessitate the relocation of City personnel

or citizens). In the event of an emergency and / or a required evacuation, the incumbent

may be required to remain at work to provide needed services or perform essential

duties for the benefit of the general public including services or duties different from

those performed in the normal course and scope of the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : To perform in this position successfully, and individual(s)

must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements

listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING (Certification / Licensure) : The preferred way to obtain

the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities

of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event

that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.

sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

drug screening.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS : The physical demands described here are representative of

those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this

position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the

essential functions.

Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching,

crawling, reaching, standing, walking, running, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping,

feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Very Heavy Work : Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or in excess of 50

pounds of force frequently, and / or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations,

fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate

lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, travel and environmental conditions such as

disruptive people, imminent danger or a threatening environment

The City of Stafford is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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