P/T Police Officer

About the role

This position performs as a Sworn Officer, primarily responsible for City Hall and Courtroom security. On occasion, this position provides assistance with City Events.

Responsibilities

• Primary duty assignment to City Hall and City Court with occasional assignments for City Events.
• May include weekends or occasional weekends.
• Transports inmates while performing Court security functions.
• Performs daily security checks of assigned areas to include courtrooms, holding areas, and adjacent areas before openings and court proceedings.
• Affords assistance with securing detainees, as well as responding to emergency situations in or around Lawrenceville City Hall.
• Maintains security-screening checkpoints which includes the operation of x-ray machines and metal detectors.
• Handles arraignment and other court calendars as necessary.
• Completes reports and other written assignments as directed by supervisor.
• Works with and backs up other officers and agencies.
• Performs related duties.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Current certification through the Police Standards and Training Council for the State of Georgia.
• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Pass a physical fitness assessment (Police Recruits ONLY).
• Pass an entry exam as outlined by GA POST (Police Recruits ONLY).

Qualifications

• Must pass a physical fitness assessment (Police Recruits ONLY).
• Must have the ability to read & write English Language.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of academy graduation.
• Must possess a High School Diploma and/or GED.
• Must successfully pass entry exam as outlined by GA POST (Police Recruits ONLY).

Skills

• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, criminal and traffic codes, search and seizure laws, town ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of traffic accident investigation techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of the geography and streets of the city.
• Knowledge of the court system and judicial procedures.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software.
• Knowledge of police equipment and operations.
• Knowledge of emergency response protocols.
• Ability to operate police vehicles, firearms, and emergency equipment.
• Ability to operate radios and communications equipment.
• Ability to operate radar equipment.
• Ability to restrain persons without causing physical harm.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Pay

Salary range: $X - $Y per hour.

Schedule

Position is limited to 29 hours per pay period (weekly).