CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER - MUST BE CERTIFIED

About the role

This position enforces laws related to the protection of life and property, directs and controls traffic, prevents crime or disturbance of peace, and arrests violators.

Responsibilities

• Enforce all statutes, laws, ordinances, regulations and procedures of the Department; maintain law and order, protect life and property and perform related assignments.
• Become familiar with State Traffic Codes, Criminal Procedure Codes & Ordinances.
• Patrol assigned area on foot, by motorcycle, in patrol car to enforce laws, prevent and discover crimes, investigate crimes, maintain order, and answer calls and complaints.
• Answer radio-dispatched or citizens’ requests for police services at the scene of accidents, domestic disputes, law violations, and peace disturbances.

Requirements

• Valid Georgia driver’s license; must submit a three (3) year Motor Vehicle Report at time of interview.
• Completion of police training and education as required by Georgia Law.
• Good moral character.
• Honorable discharge ONLY for persons with military service.
• No felony or domestic violence convictions.
• Physically fit and able to perform the duties of a police officer.

Physical demands: heavy work requiring exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects; requires mental acuity, ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, ability to express ideas by spoken word, and close visual acuity.

Work environment: performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions; may require standing for extended periods; exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, explosives, firearms, violence, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude/irate customers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of local government operations, law enforcement related programs, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications related to the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in effective communication, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in the use and safety of firearms.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an