What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Elizabethtown Police Department?
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JOB DESCRIPTION
- Pay starts at $57,200, plus a $4,429 annual state incentive upon completion of police academy, for a total of $61,629 with higher pay for up to 10 years of experience for lateral candidates. New Hires will be required to sign a 3 year contract upon hiring. This contract is non-prorated for new hires, and prorated for lateral candidates.
- Prevents crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; detaining suspects.
- Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help; observing violations; making arrests.
- Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence; interviewing victims and witnesses; interrogating suspects.
- Documents observations and actions by radioing information; completing written reports.
- Reports observations and actions by testifying in court.
- Fulfills court orders by serving warrants, protection orders, and other court orders.
- Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic; enforcing laws and ordinances; investigating accidents; providing escort; reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
- Maintains operations by following department policies and procedures; recommending changes, and maintaining high ethical standards.
- Ensures operation of equipment by practicing use; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; notifying supervisor of needed repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELIZABETHTOWN POLICE OFFICER
- Be a U.S. Citizen
- 21 years of age at the time of written test
- High School Graduate or GED
- No Felony Convictions
- Able to read, write, and understand English
- Valid Operator’s License
- Not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a firearm
- Have not received a dishonorable discharge or general discharge under dishonorable conditions from a military service branch.
- Have not had certification as a peace officer revoked from another state
- Be able to pass a background investigation
- Be able to pass all physical and suitability screening examinations required to be a police officer, including a polygraph examination
- Physical testing requirements can be found at http://docjt.ky.gov
- No visible tattoos on hands, face, or neck.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $61,629.00 - $67,574.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $4,429 - $67,574