POLICE OFFICER - I/II/MASTER
DEFINITION
To perform duties involved in crime prevention
and the enforcement of State and local laws; to patrol an assigned area; to
protect and serve the community with assistance and information; to offer a
deterrent to criminal activities; and to perform investigative work and other
technical law enforcement duties.
DISTINGUISHING
CHARACTERISTICS
Police
Officer I - This is the
entry level class within the Police Officer series. Positions at this level typically perform similar duties as the
Police Officer II and Master Police Officer, but are not expected to perform
with the same independence and judgement on matters related to established
procedures and methods. This class is
typically used as a training class in that positions may have only limited
related work experience.
Police
Officer II - This is the
intermediate level class in the Police Officer series. Positions at this level are flexibly staffed
and are normally filled by advancement from level I, or when filled from the
outside, require prior experience equivalent to eighteen months as a State
certified police officer. Appointment
to level II requires that the employee successfully complete and pass a
standardized written examination.
Master
Police Officer - This is the
journey level class within the Police Officer series. Positions at this level are flexibly staffed and are normally
filled by advancement from the level II, or when filled from the outside,
require prior experience equivalent to thirty-six months as a State certified
police officer. Appointment to the
Master Police Officer level requires that the employee be performing the full
range of duties as assigned independently, and meet all the qualification
standards for the class. The Master
Police Officer is distinguished from other classes within the series in that
incumbents at the Master level receive only occasional instruction or
assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the
operating procedures and policies of the work unit.
SUPERVISION
RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Police
Officer I:
Receives immediate supervision from assigned
management and supervisory staff and may receive technical supervision from
Police Officer II and Master Police Officer.
Exercises no supervision
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Police
Officer - I/II/Master (continued)
.
Police
Officer II:
Receives general supervision from Police Sergeant
and may receive technical supervision from Master Police Officer.
May exercise technical supervision over less
experienced Police Officers.
Master
Police Officer:
Receives general supervision from Police
Sergeant.
May exercise technical supervision over less
experienced Police Officers.
EXAMPLES
OF DUTIES - Duties may
include, but are not limited to, the following:
When
Assigned to Patrol:
Patrol designated zone in an assigned vehicle
and/or on foot to deter criminal acts.
Enforce all, State and local laws pertaining to
criminal, civil and traffic offenses and ensure the health, safety and welfare
of the public.
Make arrests, as necessary; search and transport
prisoners; and prepare arrest reports.
Assist the general public when services not
directly related to law enforcement such as:
education on crime prevention; provision of general information;
assistance with auto/home lockouts; general complaints and stranded motorists;
and escort services for banks, funerals and other businesses.
Write clear, concise reports in order to ensure
legal procedures are followed, court testimony is complete and accurate, and
evidence is collected and maintained with exact details.
Perform basic maintenance of all issued
equipment.
Respond to job call back after working hours
and/or on weekends.
Perform related duties as assigned.
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Police
Officer I/II/Master (continued)
When
Assigned to Investigation:
Investigate all types of criminal activities such
as: persons/property crimes, involving
vice, gambling or narcotics.
Collect, record and preserve evidence at crime
scenes. This could include such items
as fingerprints, photographs, sketches, or other materials related to a
criminal investigation.
Remain informed of all new crime reports, current
developments and other case activities.
Write clear, concise reports to ensure legal
procedures are followed, court testimony is complete and accurate, and evidence
is collected and maintained with exact details.
Interview victims, suspects, witnesses and
informants.
Make arrests as necessary; search and transport
prisoners; and prepare arrest reports.
Perform basic maintenance of all issued
equipment.
Respond to job call back after working hours
and/or on weekends.
Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Police
Officer I:
Knowledge of:
Basic
Federal, State and local laws including that of procedural arrest, search and
seizure.
Methods
and techniques of patrolling a designated area in an efficient, effective manner.
Principles, practices
and procedures of locating, reporting and approaching suspicious activities.
Basic
report preparation and writing techniques.
Principles
of working under limited supervision and making quick sound decisions.
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Police
Officer - I/II/Master (continued)
Methods
and techniques of dealing with people under stressful situations.
Basic
geographical layout of the City.
Ability to:
Interpret
and apply Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations and policies.
Establish and
maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course
of work.
Communicate
clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Maintain
good health and physical strength.
Operate
and maintain all issued equipment in a proficient manner.
Respond
to job call back after working hours and/or on weekends.
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, crawling, fingering, and performing repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally: 20 pounds frequently: and 10 pounds constantly.
Must
posses the visual acuity to operate a police vehicle and distinguish details
and differences when observing people, places, or things on patrol.
EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of education, experience and
training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent
to the completion of the twelfth grade.
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Police
Officer I/II/Master (continued)
Experience:
No
experience is required.
Training:
Additional
specialized training in law enforcement or a related field is desirable.
LICENSE
OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate and valid North Carolina driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain certification
awarded by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards
Commission.
Possession of residential telephone service
required.
Police
Officer II:
In addition to the qualifications for Police
Officer I:
Knowledge of:
Detailed
Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
Methods
and techniques of collecting, recording and preserving evidence.
Operational
characteristics and application of specialized police equipment and procedures.
Principles of training and/or
supervision of less experienced officers.
Ability to:
Gain
cooperation through dealing courteously, tactfully and firmly with the public.
Identify
and assist in resolving problems.
Apply
good judgement during emergencies or stressful situations.
Respond
to job call back after working hours and/or on weekends.
CITY OF
SALISBURY
Police
Officer I/II/Master (continued)
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, crawling, fingering, and performing repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally: 20 pounds frequently: and 10 pounds constantly.
Must
posses the visual acuity to operate a police vehicle and distinguish details
and differences when observing people, places, or things on patrol.
EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of education, experience and
training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent
to the completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience:
Eighteen
months as a certified Law Enforcement Officer.
Training:
Additional
specialized training in law enforcement or a related field is desirable.
LICENSE
OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate and valid North Carolina driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain,
certification awarded by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and
Training Standards Commission.
Possession of residential telephone service
required.
Master
Police Officer:
In addition to the qualifications for Police
Officer II:
Police Officer I/II/Master (continued)
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices
and procedures of the full spectrum of police work with a high degree of skill
gained through experience and education.
Methods and techniques of quality
arrests that are consistent with complex crime or accident occurrences.
Principles of supervision, training
and performance evaluation of less experience offices.
Ability to:
Supervise,
train and evaluate less experienced officers.
Establish and
maintain an effective working relationship with the District Attorney's office
and other elements of the Criminal Justice System.
Exercise
sound judgement and discretion in the performance of duties.
Organize
and plan daily activities.
Respond
to job call back after working hors and/or on weekends.
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of standing, walking, hearing, kneeling, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, bending, climbing, crawling, fingering, and performing repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally: 20 pounds frequently: and 10 pounds constantly.
Must
posses the visual acuity to operate a police vehicle and distinguish details
and differences when observing people, places, or things on patrol.
EDUCATION,
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Any combination of education, experience and
training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the
knowledge and abilities would be:
Police
Officer I/II/Master (continued)
Education:
Equivalent to the
completion of the twelfth grade.
Equivalent to an Associate Arts degree, from an accredited college, in
Criminal Justice is preferred.
Experience:
Three
years as a certified Law Enforcement Officer.
Training:
Additional specialized training in
law enforcement or a related filed is desirable.
LICENSE
OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate and valid North Carolina driver's license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
Intermediate Law Enforcement Certificate awarded by the N.C. Criminal Justice
Education and Training Standards Commission.
Possession of residential telephone service
required.