SEASONAL POLICE OFFICER

Rehoboth Beach Patrol; Delaware; Sur place; USD 40 000 - 66 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

City of Rehoboth is seeking Seasonal Police Officer candidates to protect life and property and preserve the public peace. The role requires enforcing laws, patrolling city areas, and responding to incidents with tact and good judgment.

Officers work under supervision but handle routine cases independently. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and seasonal police certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent education required.
• Seasonal Police Officer Certification by the Delaware Council on Police Training.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsabilités

• Enforces state laws and city ordinances.
• Patrols areas on foot and by vehicle.
• Responds to crimes, incidents, and motor vehicle collisions.
• Conducts searches and seizures as required.
• Takes enforcement action and makes arrests as needed.
• Completes documentation of actions and outcomes.
• Preserves crime scenes and identifies witnesses, suspects and victims.
• Prepares and presents cases in court or other proceedings.
• Directs traffic and provides crowd control.
• Provides basic first aid when needed.
• Operates assigned vehicles and equipment.

Connaissances

Law enforcement knowledge

State laws and court procedures

Observation and recall

Oral instructions comprehension

Public interaction

Effective communication

Diversity awareness

Computer access to police networks

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

Seasonal Police Officer Certification

Valid driver's license

Description du poste

Nature of Work
General Statement of Duties and Distinguishing Features: Performs a variety of duties to protect life and property and preserve the public peace by enforcing laws and ordinances. Work is performed under general direction. Routine circumstances are handled independently, consistent with instructions given by the supervisor. Unusual situations are referred to senior officers. Duties require independent decision making, good judgment, tact, initiative, and a high degree of public interaction in a confidential environment.
Examples of Major Work Responsibilities: Enforces the laws of the State of Delaware and city ordinances. Patrols areas during specific periods on foot and by vehicle. Prevents and deters crime by observation and confrontation of unusual circumstances. Assists in responding to crimes, incidents, and motor vehicle collisions. Performs searches and seizures. Takes enforcement action and makes arrests as required. Completes all necessary documentation. Assists in preserving crime scenes and identifying witnesses, suspects and victims as required. Prepares and presents cases in court or other official proceedings. Performs traffic direction and crowd control duties as required. Performs basic first aid procedures. Assists other departments and agencies in emergency and non-emergency situations. Operates and maintains vehicles ad other equipment as assigned. Preforms other duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Education, Training, Certification, and Experience: High School diploma or equivalent education required. Seasonal Police Officer Certification by the Delaware Council on Police Training. Valid driver's license required.
Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of law enforcement. Knowledge of applicable State laws, the Rules of Evidence and proper courtroom procedures. Knowledge of search and seizure procedures. Skill in the use of protective devices and procedures. Ability to observe and recall situations and events in detail. Ability to understand and carryout complex oral instructions. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Ability to enforce laws and ordinances with firmness, tact, and impartiality. Ability to perform a variety of nonstandard procedures and resolve a wide range of problems. Ability to interact and work with a diverse population. Ability to communicate effective with other city employees, elected officials, public officials, and the public. Ability to use a computer to access police network software and data.
Special Conditions: Must be 19 years of age by June 1 of the year of appointment. Works with police weapons. Works a variable schedule. Requires the ability to lift another person. Errors may result in injury, loss of life or destruction of property and may have a significant negative impact of municipal resources. Must pass a pre- employment written exam, a drug screening test, a comprehensive background investigation, a physical examination, and a psychological evaluation. Subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.