Reserve Police Officer Job Rockwall area,Texas USA,Government

Summary

Performs police patrol duties for the City of Quinlan. Responds to various calls related to traffic, law enforcement, crimes against persons or property and other assistance/enforcement activities of the Quinlan Police Department. Follows all department policies and procedures. Maintains professional and effective interaction with the public. Strives to maintain the health, safety and welfare of the general public.

Duties and Responsibilities

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

Ensures the preservation of order, protection of life and property, enforcement of laws and municipal ordinances, investigation and prevention of crime, drug and alcohol abuse prevention and enforcement, and the provision of professional, efficient and progressive service to the City of Quinlan.

Follows and promotes the operation and implementation of the City’ community policing philosophy, Crime Prevention, and other programs, if offered.

Ensures the highest standard of performance and integrity for the City of Quinlan Police Department.

Follows and departmental rules, regulations, policies and procedures and is responsible for proper maintenance of all departmental records, books, files, property, evidence and equipment.

Works under a chain of command with defined channels of communications, responsibility, accountability, and authority.

Ensures all Police Department equipment apparatus, vehicles and office/work areas are continuously maintained in a state of good repair and cleanliness.

Maintains current knowledge of applicable City ordinances, state and federal laws, case law and changes in law enforcement methods and techniques.

Exhibits and promotes professionalism and teamwork in areas of public safety, law enforcement, drug and alcohol abuse prevention, crime prevention and education, traffic safety and traffic control.

Establishes and maintains an effective public relations between the Quinlan Police Department and the community to promote a positive and professional image and reputation.

Fosters and maintains cooperative working relationships with, and confers with, other law enforcement agencies, City officials, other City departments.

Follows proper procedures for investigations, reports, evidence and other police operations.

Other duties as required.

Qualifications Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Modern principles, practices and techniques of police administration, organization and operations.

Community Policing techniques and philosophies.

Basic knowledge and understanding of crime prevention, criminal investigation, drug and alcohol abuse prevention, patrol procedures, traffic control and safety, accident investigation, records management and the care and custody of persons and property.

City, county, state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to police operations, practices and responsibilities.

Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation and composition.

Police Department policies, procedures and emergency response plans.

Equipment, materials and supplies utilized in police services.

Departmental records keeping.

Skill In

The operation of a motor vehicle and other police communications and emergency equipment including mobile and portable radios, sirens, emergency lighting and computer terminals.

The use of a department approved or issued handgun, shotgun, rifle and ammunition; including assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and qualifying.

Performance of the duties required for this position will necessate the use and operation of a variety of other law enforcement tools and equipment, including but not limited to handheld radar, chemical weapons, baton, handcuffs, first-aid equipment, fingerprinting equipment, and evidence collection tools, devices and packages, computer hardware and software, TCIC/NCIC systems.

Ability to

Prepare complete and accurate incident reports and correspondence.

Communicate effectively and convincingly with the public and other employees.

Work harmoniously and cooperatively with the public, co-workers, City Administration and City Council and other appointed/elected officials.

Work under pressure, stress and public…


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