POSITION SUMMARY:
Advanced level sworn position distinguished from the Police Officer I by the
demonstration of advanced capabilities, knowledge, leadership, and
expertise. The duties of a Police Officer II are essentially the same as a
Police Officer I, with the additional responsibility to take a lead role in
the absence of a supervisor. A Police Officer II is expected and empowered to
make decisions at scenes when a supervisor is unavailable. Supervision will be
through department supervisory personnel through the chain of command,
generally through Patrol Sergeant or other personnel responsible for a patrol
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1.Patrol the City enforcing laws and ordinances related to traffic, criminal
and civil violations as authorized by State Statutes governing the powers of
sworn officers.
2.Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of reports of their
actions as required by the department.
3.Investigate crimes and complaints with a fair and impartial mind set, seek
the truth in all matters and report that finding.
4.Treat all persons they contact with the utmost courtesy,
professionalism, and compassion, to the highest degree possible in the
situation.
5.Be prepared to support actions in a Court of Law through presentation of
evidence and testimony.
6.Versed in the process of evidence collection, preservation, and
presentation.
7.Working in adverse weather conditions.
8.Take a lead role in the absence of a supervisor expected and empowered to
make decisions at scenes when a supervisor is unavailable.
OTHER DUTIES:
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the
employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change
at any time with or without notice.