Patrol Officer (Entry Level)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Drives a police vehicle patrolling an assigned area.
• Reports unsafe conditions such as obstructions in streets.
• Issues citations for violations of traffic laws.
• Makes arrests for criminal law violations sometimes requiring the use of physical effort.
• Transports prisoners.
• Investigates traffic accidents determining conditions causes and other pertinent facts regarding accident.
• Conducts investigations of crimes preserves crime scenes gathers and preserves evidence.
• Checks doors and windows of homes and businesses for security.
• Testifies in court.
• Answers inquiries; assists stranded motorists.
• Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be or has been committed.
• Creates and maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities.
• Takes statements from victims witnesses and suspects.
• Secures arrests and search warrants as required.
• Where juveniles are involved conducts interviews recommendscharges where applicable appearsin court and works with school authorities.
• Directs and regulates traffic.

QUALIFICATIONS: An example of acceptable qualifications:

High School Diploma G.E.D. or equivalent certificate.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Upon successful completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy maintain OPOTC Peace Officer Certificate as a condition of continued employment with the Police Division.
• Ability to acquire and maintain certification (pursuant to state standards) for the operation of on-duty and off-duty firearms (i.e. Police Shotgun Patrol Rifle and assigned duty handgun).
• Minimum of 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Possession of a valid Drivers License and be eligible for coverage under the Citys vehicle insurance provider
• Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.
• Background must be free of prior felony convictions.
• Regular and punctual attendance is regarded as an essential requirement of this classification.
• Adherence to all applicable Federal and State safety laws rules and regulations and City safety policies/procedures.

• Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal State and Local Laws related to law enforcement.*
• Thorough knowledge of law enforcement methods principles practices and procedures.*
• Thorough knowledge of safety practices and procedures.*
• General knowledge of municipal government structure and process.*

• Skill in the use of firearms (i.e. Police Shotgun Patrol Rifle and assigned duty handgun).*
• Good interpersonal and human relations skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to understand and carry out detailed oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise sound reasoning and good judgment.
• Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action.
• Ability to interpret and apply principles concepts methods laws ordinances and techniques to field conditions.
• Ability to recognize analyze and define problems establish facts draw valid conclusions and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks and activities.
• Ability to use proper research and investigative methods techniques and practices in gathering data.
• Ability to prepare clear concise complete and accurate reports and complete and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to use Division computers to enter data and produce-typewritten reports.
• Ability to work alone on a variety of tasks.
• Ability to cooperate with co-workers on group efforts.
• Ability to provide credible and effective court testimony or information supporting legal affidavits warrants complaints or other official documents.
• Ability to handle routine and sensitive inquiries from and contacts with the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in the handling of sensitive events and issues.
• Ability to communicate with the public peers superiors and other City Officials and employees in an effective tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to resolve complaints from angry citizens in an effective tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and peers.

• Ability to meet such physical requirements as may be established by competent authority including mobility dexterity endurance and strength requirements.
• Ability to walk and stand on a regular basis sometimes for extended periods at a time.
• Ability to sit for extended periods at a time for such functions as patrol training and meetings.
• Must be physically capable of successfully performing essential job functions of the Police Officer classification and be free of medical conditions that would preclude one from successfully performing said functions or would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others.
• Ability to operate various motor vehicles and equipment in a safe effective and responsible manner in a variety of situations and conditions.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in all types of weather conditions and under all types of adverse life threatening situations.
• Ability to use firearms handcuffs police batons flashlights spotlights radar/laser units and other regular and special police equipment in an appropriate safe and effective manner.

Applicants must successfully complete the following additional requirements in order to be considered for employment:
1. A physical ability test (dates and times announced once determined--see below for testing procedure);
2. A background investigation and assessment;
3. A structured oral interview;
4. A medical examination and drug screen;
5. A psychological evaluation.

Physical Ability Testing Procedure:
Phase 1. The candidate will exit from the drivers seat of a patrol vehicle and run 300 feet (100 yards). The time clock will be started when the candidate opens the drivers door. The candidate will need to stay on the pavement or stone path while running. If he/she enters the grass while running then the candidate will be disqualified. Proceed to Phase 2.
Phase 2. The candidate will climb up five steps and move approximately 75 feet in the prescribed direction and descend down five steps. The candidate is required to step on all five steps while climbing and descending if the candidate fails to do so then he/she will be disqualified. Proceed to Phase 3.
Phase 3. The candidate will move approximately 75 feet to the next obstacle and jump over a box that is approximately18Hx12Wx36L. Proceed to Phase 4.
Phase 4. The candidate will move approximately 75 feet to the next phase and load six inert rounds into each of two pistol magazines for a total of 12 rounds. The candidate will charge the duty weapon with one magazine and pull the trigger six times with the dominant hand the candidate will then perform a magazine reload charge the duty weapon again and pull the trigger six times with thenon-dominant hand. If the candidate fails to utilize both the dominant and non-dominant hand as instructed for this phase he/she will be disqualified. Proceed to Phase 5.
Phase 5. The candidate will move approximately 75 feet to the next phase and will open the drivers door and push the power door lock/unlock switch to unlock the rear doors the candidate will then move to the right rear door of the police cruiser and remove the 165 lb dummy from the right rear seat of the cruiser and drag the entire dummy 15 feet away from the cruiser in the prescribed direction across a line marked on the ground. Proceed to Phase 6.
Phase 6. The candidate will move to the rear of the police vehicle and push the disabled vehicle approximately 20 feet. The rear bumper will need to cross the line marked on the ground. Proceed to Phase 7.
Phase 7. The candidate will re-enter the police vehicles drivers seat and put the vehicles transmission shift lever into Park remove the ignition and handcuff key and unlock a set of handcuffs from the steering wheel. The candidate will raise his/her hands to stop the clock. End of the Physical Ability Test.