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~~ POSITION IDENTIFICATION TITLE: DEPARTMENT: STATUS: SALARY SCHEDULE: Date: CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW POSITION DESCRIPTION Police Officer Police Department Full-time Nonexempt LELS Local 244 April, 2444 POSITION SUMMARY Under general direction of the Police Sergeants and Deputy Police Chief this position is responsible, during a specified period of time, for the maintenance of order, enforcement of laws, and protection of fife and property. This position also assists in the investigation of criminal offenses, accidents, and other police- related problems. A. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Respond to complaints such as prowlers, trespass, fights, domestics, alarms, etc. 2. Handle arrest situations and procedures. 3. Drive patrol car to monitor traffic; operate communication equipment and vehicle monitoring equipment such as radar; observe and detect traffic violations; and operate vehicle in emergency mode. • 4. Patrol assigned area by vehicle. 5. Write detailed reports to document activities in situations requiring that public order be maintained andlor restored. 6. Answer questions from the public on the phone or in person regarding issues such as project status, complaints, and law interpretation, or refer citizens to proper agencies. 7. Face threatening situations and be prepared to use deadly force when justified. B. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Search areas for suspects. 2. Take written and oral statements from victims and witnesses. 3. Request checks on car registrations, warrants, and firearms, and issue tickets, citations, and tags for illegal violations. 4. Make business checks or vacation checks of private dwellings. 5. Monitor crime areas by vehicle or foot patrol. 6. Complete routine, non-emergency reports and initial investigative reports. 7. Interview suspects, witnesses, citizens, victims, and others as required. 8. Interrogate suspects and take sworn statements, formal confessions, or depositions in preparation for court or trial appearances. • 9. Maintain skills proficiency.