Police Officer - LATERAL ENTRY

Job descriptions are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of duties in the enforcement of laws and the prevention of crimes; to control traffic flow and enforce State and local traffic regulations; to perform investigation activities; and to perform a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

• Receives general supervision from the supervisory staff.
• Exercises supervision when acting as Officer In Charge or in emergency situations as senior ranking officer per department policy.

FUNCTION STATEMENTS - Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions:

• Patrol a designated area of the Village to preserve law and order, discover and prevent the commission of crimes; enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances; check buildings for physical security.
• Respond to general public service calls and complaints including domestic disturbances, civil complaints, property control, automobile accidents, robberies, and related misdemeanor and felony incidents.
• Collect, process, photograph and present evidence including fingerprints, fibers, blood and related physical evidence.
• Enforce traffic laws and ordinances; check speed with radar; perform selective traffic enforcement; issue warnings and citations.
• Direct traffic at fires, special events, and other emergency or congested situations.
• Assist motorists in distress; clear roadway hazards; enforce parking ordinances.
• Conduct traffic accident analyses and general traffic surveys; conduct investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
• Contact and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies in matters relating to the apprehension of offenders and the investigation of offenses.
• Maintain contact with citizens regarding potential law enforcement problems and preserve good relationships with the general public; take an active role in areas of public education relative to crime and crime prevention; make public presentations as assigned.
• Investigate crimes; gather and preserve evidence; interview victims, complainants and witnesses; identify and interrogate suspects; apprehend and arrest offenders; testify and present evidence in court.
• Prepare reports on calls for service, criminal complaints, arrests made, activities performed, and unusual incidents observed.
• Maintain custody of prisoners; transfer prisoners to holding facility.

Marginal Functions:

• Perform a variety of special projects as assigned.
• Provide assistance to the Detective as needed or assigned.
• Maintain and inspect department equipment; report damage or disrepair.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Safety Functions:

• Accept willingly and be supportive of all safety rules, procedures and objectives.
• Be familiar with safety rules applicable to the job and to consult with a supervisor prior to performing any tasks if the appropriate procedure for the task in unknown or unclear.
• Notify a supervisor promptly or correct any unsafe conditions, activities or hazards observed.
• Keep all work areas clean and orderly.
• Never report to work or perform any job tasks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Operate no equipment without having received the proper training and authorization.
• Refrain from engaging in horseplay, which can lead to accidents and injuries.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment while performing a task either required by rule, practice, or common sense.
• Report promptly to a supervisor all accidents and injuries which have occurred while working.
• Cooperate and assist in accident investigations.
• Comply with established safety rules and procedures.
• Demonstrate sound safety practices and precautions and promote a positive attitude toward safety.