Police - Patrol Officer

Olive Branch Police Department; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Olive Branch Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for police officer duties in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The role covers enforcing laws, conducting patrols, investigations, and community security within the city limits, including the Old Towne area.

The position requires availability for days, nights, weekends, and holidays, with on-call readiness, and adherence to Mississippi POST standards. A valid driver's license and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and be on call.
• Must meet all minimum requirements for a law enforcement officer as set forth by the Mississippi Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver history (CDL a plus).
• Ability to work in all-weather conditions.
• Good mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Communicate effectively with residents, elected officials, other city employees, and contractors – both in verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of general office equipment and operation of computers.

Responsibilities

• Enforce the laws and ordinances of the City of Olive Branch.
• Perform routine patrol of the assigned area of operation on foot, bicycle, personal transport (Segway), or by other patrol vehicle.
• Conduct background checks of potential civilian employees of city departments.
• Provide bank escorts for employees of City Hall and the Municipal Court.
• Conduct a thorough investigation of all offenses within the area of assignment.
• Maintain visible police presence to the public to help prevent and/or suppress criminal activity.
• Assist with traffic management and enforce traffic laws.
• Keep daily log of shift activities and perform shift reports.
• Check and file official reports of accidents, incidents, and other reports.
• Support investigating units; assist with crime prevention activities and programs.
• Perform inspection and light maintenance on equipment.
• Prepare and deliver affidavits, subpoenas, warrants and city aldermen packets as requested.
• Perform other duties as directed.
• Regular in Person Attendance.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Autonomy

Time management

Mathematical skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computers

Photocopiers

Calculators

Fax machines

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enforce the laws and ordinances of the City of Olive Branch
• Perform routine patrol of the assigned area of operation on foot, bicycle, personal transport (Segway), or by other patrol vehicle, including City Hall, Municipal Court Building, and the businesses of the “Old Towne” area.
• Conduct background checks of potential civilian employees of city departments
• Provide bank escorts for employees of City Hall and the Municipal Court
• Conduct a thorough investigation of all offenses within the area of assignment
• Maintain visible police presence to the public to help prevent and/or suppress criminal activity
• Assist with traffic management and enforce traffic laws
• Keep daily log of shift activities and perform shift reports
• Check and file official reports of accidents, incidents, and other reports
• Support investigating units; assist with crime prevention activities and programs
• Perform inspection and light maintenance on equipment
• Prepare and deliver affidavits, subpoenas, warrants and city aldermen packets as requested
• Perform other duties as directed
• Regular in Person Attendance

REQUIREMENTS/KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to work in all-weather conditions
• High school diploma, or equivalent education
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and be on call
• Must meet all minimum requirements for a law enforcement officer as set forth by the Mississippi Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training.
• Standards and regulations concerning employee safety
• Ability to coordinate several tasks concurrently and prioritize daily workflow
• Federal and state statutes concerning the work of the department
• Good mathematical skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
• Communicate effectively with residents elected officials, other city employees, and contractors – both in verbal and written communication
• General functions and operations of municipal government
• Knowledge of the use of various pieces of office equipment, including computers, photocopiers, facsimile machines, calculators, etc.
• Meet specified/required deadlines to include making decisions within specified time restraints
• Maintain confidentiality
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• General knowledge of the layout of the City of Olive Branch
• Work autonomously when necessary and as a good team member as well
• Follow departmental and City policies and procedures
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driver history (CDL a plus)
• Maintain professional composure in heated situations